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CHEMISTRY

The Department of Chemistry offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. Our dynamic faculty conduct cutting-edge multi-disciplinary research at the interface of chemistry and biology, physics, computer science, geology, and nutrition.
WHY CHEMISTRY?

A chemistry degree gives you among the highest chances to go to medical school. See our B.S. degree concentrations in the Academics link above.

Chemistry is a central science, a "glue" that binds multiple fields to impact life around us in profound ways.

Chemistry is central to the development of pharmaceuticals, including vaccines, and the understanding of cellular biological processes.

Chemistry students at Georgia State carry out highly inter-disciplinary research in multiple areas of specialization. See our research link above.

The chemistry department offers a dual degree B.S./M.S. program where students can complete both degrees within five years. See the Academics link above.

Explore Our Programs

B.S. Programs

Are you curious about life's building blocks? A degree in chemistry would prepare you for a range of careers including forensics, industrial quality control, biochemistry, healthcare, or materials science.

M.S. Programs

Want to take your degree to the next level? The Chemistry Masters program will teach you how to bring your training and skillsets into the job market or prepare you for starting a Ph.D. in Chemistry.

Ph.D. Programs

Interested in impactful research? The Doctoral program in chemistry will extend your skillset through participation in cutting-edge and highly interdisciplinary chemical research.

Employment opportunities

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position Available

We are seeking candidates for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position in Biophysical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Medicinal Chemistry.

Laboratory Coordinator

The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking an experienced Laboratory Coordinator to work with the Chemistry Department.

Chemistry by the Numbers

$8 Million

Research funding in 2021

40 +

Faculty members

550 +

Undergraduate majors, including 120+ graduate students

10 + Active Research Areas

The Department of Chemistry's research programs include five subdisciplines with a bioinformatics focus available in each.

$30,000

Ph.D. students can earn up to $30,000 as a graduate teaching assistant

Why Study Chemistry?

Chemistry is a central science that investigates the properties and behavior of all matter. If this sounds like a broad definition, it is because chemistry is a very broad topic! Through Chemistry, you can learn about the composition and reactions that happen in the air (atmospheric chemistry), in living organisms (biochemistry and nutrition), on earth (geology), and elsewhere in the solar system and the universe (astrochemistry). This means that chemistry is also central to solving many challenges facing the world, from exploring alternative fuels and sources of energy to understanding the molecular basis of diseases and developing pharmaceuticals. This is why a chemistry degree gives you among the highest chances to matriculate in a medical school. Explore more about chemistry through the links below!

Glass door with the Georgia State Department of Chemistry logo.

Recent News

Dr. Li received an R21 grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)!
Published August 1, 2023 in Chemistry
7/31/23 Please join us in congratulating Dr. Lei Li for receiving an R21 grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS). Dr. Li is the PI of a two-year project titled: “Expedite Enzymatic Assembly of Glycans via DNA...read more ❯
Dr. Laroui awarded a CETL & online education grant
Published July 17, 2023 in Chemistry
7/10/23 Please join us in congratulating Dr. Hamed Laroui for being awarded a Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning & Online Education grant. Dr. Laroui is the PI on a one-year project titled: "Implementing Group Work in the Classroom and continuing...read more ❯
Dr. Hye Mi Kim and Dr. Elina Stroeva won CETL grant
Published July 5, 2023 in Chemistry
7/5/23 Please join us in congratulating Dr. Hye Mi Kim and Dr. Elina Stroeva for being awarded a Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning & Online Education grant. Hye Mi and Elina are the PI on a one-year project titled:  "Motivational and Engaging...read more ❯
Chemistry Staff won Rising to the Challenge Award!
Published June 30, 2023 in Chemistry
April 4, 2023 Please join us in congratulating Chemistry staff Kedayne King for receiving the Rising to the Challenge Award in the College of Arts & Sciences! This is a well-deserved award for the outstanding work Kedayne does daily to meet expected and...read more ❯
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Department of Chemistry

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.

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Temporary Contact

Emma Joseph

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404-413-5550

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Chair

Giovanni Gadda

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Associate Chair

Maged Henary

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Directors of Undergraduate Studies

Jeremiah Harden

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Joan Mutanyatta-Comar

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Director of Graduate Studies

Suazette Mooring

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Associate Director of Graduate Studies

Samer Gozem

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Department of Chemistry
Georgia State University
161 Jessie Hill Jr. Drive
391 Petit Science Center
Atlanta, GA 30303

Phone: 404-413-5554
(Only for stockroom concerns)
Hours: Monday - Friday
10 a.m. - 12 p.m., 2 - 4 p.m.

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Department of Chemistry
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 3965
Atlanta, GA 30302-3965

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