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UAH's Department of Chemistry takes an interdisciplinary approach to create new chemical knowledge and to mentor the next generation of the best and brightest students. The Chemistry Department offers degrees that are accredited by the (ACS).
Building blocks of the universe
Chemistry supports many efforts of scientists and engineers to improve life for humankind. Many fundamental discoveries made in our department find their way to practical applications. Adjacent to the world鈥檚 second largest research park, Cummings Research Park, UAH's Chemistry department provides exciting opportunities to collaborate with some of the world鈥檚 leading industries.
Research Areas
Our faculty participate in our undergraduate and graduate educational programs while directing active, cutting-edge research programs. This research activity, available to both undergraduate and graduate students, provides the foundation needed for a lifetime of independent learning. According to a National Science Foundation annual survey, UAH ranks #13 in NASA-funded physical science research expenditures.

UAH announces promotion, tenure awards for 2025-26, past year鈥檚 grants of emeritus status
Jun 11草榴社区 (UAH) announced awards of tenure and/or promotion for 22 faculty members and recognized eight …

Dr. Sharifa Love-Rutledge
Dr. Sharifa Love-Rutledge has been named to a list of 鈥�1,000 Inspiring Black Scientists". Her area of special research at UAH includes diabetes and insulin resistance, as well as cognitive decline and aging.

Department of Chemistry
Materials Science Building, Room 215
301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville, AL 35899
256.824.6153
chemchair@uah.edu