Chemistry & Biochemistry | University of Portland

Chemistry & Biochemistry

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Why Study Chemistry & Biochemistry at UP?

  • The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is certified by the American Chemical Society, one of the world’s largest scientific societies, and we offer studies in both chemistry and biochemistry.
  • Our students participate in hands-on research experiences directed by faculty mentors during the academic year and the summer.
  • Our department has state-of-the-art chemical instrumentation that allows us and our students to do essentially every kind of analysis encountered in teaching and research.
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Potential Chemistry & Biochemistry Career Paths

  • Pre-Heath (pharmacy, medicine, dentistry, optometry)
  • Industry (biotechnology, nanomaterials, semiconductors)
  • Environmental Science
  • Forensic Science

Chemistry & Biochemistry Department