Chemistry and Physics Student Research

Research can be the capstone experience for students in the Department of Chemistry and Physics at UTC. It is an outstanding learning opportunity, the nature of which is both experiential and investigative. It is personally meaningful. It takes place in a setting in which talented faculty and students collaborate in a learning partnership. Through research, students gain confidence and demonstrate success. Research prepares students for employment as a professional in their field. Click on the links below to learn more about our undergraduate research program.
Getting Started with Undergraduate Research
If you are interested in conducting research as a student, read this guide on how to find opportunities for research and connect with faculty in our department at any stage of your undergraduate career.

Summer Undergraduate Research Program (URP)
The summer undergraduate research program is a hallmark of our department's undergraduate research opportunities. Students work with faculty one-on-one and earn a salary for their work in this ten-week program.

Research-Active Faculty Members
These are faculty who currently conduct research and have opportunities for undergraduate students. Click each faculty member's profile to learn about their research area.

Recent Publications
Students and faculty in our department frequently publish their results in peer-reviewed journals.

Recent Presentations
Students and faculty attend regional and national level chemistry and physics conferences to present work conducted at UTC, such as American Chemical Society and American Physical Society Meetings

Facilities and Equipment
Our research is supported by state-of-the art instrumentation and lab space throughout Grote Hall