Undergraduate Chemistry Research
Undergraduate Research
Chemistry
Undergraduate research and mentorship is a fundamental pillar of the chemistry experience at RIT. Chemistry undergraduates learn lab techniques reserved for graduate students at other universities. Grab your lab coat, goggles, and gloves, and get ready to discover!
What Our Students Have to Say
"I like how first-year students can join a research group rather than wait until their third or fourth year. I also like the multiple opportunities to present work at conferences and have your name in publications."
Kaitlyn Clark '19, '22
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"I had little to no idea what research entailed, but with the guidance of faculty, I am now proficient in research. All my mentors have been helpful, including assisting me with my grant and scholarship applications."
Nana Aikins '21
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"My research mentor, Dr. Hans, was a good balance of being hands on and available to answer any questions while allowing me to be an independent researcher and come up with my own solutions and conclusions."
Chelsea Wiedman Burke '15
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What projects are our students working on?
- Synthesis and Characterization of Gallium Complexes for Monolayer Doping of Silicon
- FRET-Based Targeted Molecular Imaging Agent for the Photoacoustic Imaging of Breast Cancer
- Enhanced vesiculation of E. coli in the presence of beta-lactam antibiotics
- Composition of Volatile Compounds from Rare and Endangered Illicium species, Endemic to Hispaniola
- Characterization of materials used in clear face masks and of sustainable polymers
- Synthesis of Bismuth Nanoparticles for Applications in Oncology
- The Effect of Gamma-B Crystallin Inter-Protein Interactions on Cataract Formation
- Metal Doped Hematite Nanoparticles for Enhanced Diesel Combustion Efficiency
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Chemistry News
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November 25, 2024
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The new signs bringing greater understanding to organic chemistry
Chemistry World speaks to Christina Goudreau Collison about making chemistry more accessible.
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October 2, 2024
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RIT to receive nearly $10 million in federal funding for work on space power and propulsion
WXXI interviews Seth Hubbard and Ahmad Kirmani about RIT being selected to lead U.S. Space Force University Consortium/Space Strategic Technology Institute 3 research.
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October 1, 2024
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RIT to lead advanced space power and propulsion research for U.S. Space Force
Spectrum News reports that RIT was awarded nearly $10 million in funding to lead research for the U.S. Space Force around advanced space power and propulsion.
