Chemistry

Welcome to the website for the Department of Chemistry at the University of Cincinnati. We are a historically strong department positioning ourselves for even greater achievements in the 21st century. As a Carnegie Foundation-designated Doctoral/ Research-Extensive Institution, our department strives for excellence in both the undergraduate and graduate education experiences. We are a medium-sized department providing the amenities and resources typically found only in much larger departments, while retaining the closeness and faculty-student interactions characteristic of smaller departments. Our world-class faculty are recipients of numerous regional, national and international awards and provide leadership in scholarship and research in a variety of areas such as drug design & delivery, green chemistry, chemical and biochemical sensors and biophysical methods, to name but a representative few.

Jianbing "Jimmy" Jiang and his students working in his lab, where they have created a new battery with widespread applications for renewable energy.

As the "central science," chemistry at UC provides diverse opportunities for collaborative studies with colleagues at the UC Genome Research Institute, UC College of Medicine, Children's Hospital, UC College of Engineering and within departments in our home college, the College of Arts and Sciences. Procter & Gamble along with several federal research labs including the Food and Drug Administration, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health all have a significant presence in Cincinnati. Undergraduate and graduate students alike have numerous opportunities for internships, co-ops, and collaborative study with our industrial and federal research partners.

The Chemistry Department proudly celebrates diversity within our research community, fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives drive innovation and discovery. Together, we advance science while embracing the unique contributions of every individual.

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News

New hires reflect UC’s commitment to research, innovation and impact

November 6, 2025

With the 2025-26 school year in full swing, the College of Arts and Sciences has welcomed five faculty members to lead departments that span from chemistry to journalism. Dean James Mack said these new hires “reflect our unwavering commitment to ‘Discovery in Action,’ as we continue to enhance our academic and research excellence”. With these additions, the future of UC is in good hands, and students can look forward to new opportunities for learning, research, and innovation.

Museum helps UC Chemistry celebrate 150 years

October 10, 2025

UC's Oesper Collections in the History of Chemistry museum is helping to celebrate 150 years of UC chemistry. The chemistry museum features scientific artifacts, books, journals, photos and prints chronicling the development of chemical science over the centuries.

UC inventor of Benadryl receives national honors

September 11, 2025

The American Chemical Society recognized UC chemist George Rieveschl's discovery of Benadryl on the Chemistry Department's 150th anniversary. The group named Benadryl a national historic chemical landmark.

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Dept of Chemistry
404 Crosley Tower
Ph: (513) 556-9200
Fax: (513) 556-9239