The Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics fosters the professional development of its students through academic excellence, enabling them to compete in a technological society. The department provides its majors with a thorough understanding of basic and modern concepts of chemistry, biochemistry, and physics; the ability to analyze and apply scientific concepts to technical problems, the development of laboratory skills, and the development of a strong sense of professionalism. Furthermore, the B.S. in Chemistry program is approved by the American Chemical Society. A degree in chemistry from Niagara University will prepare you for careers in this exciting, evolving field.
The Program. A solid preparation in chemistry is essential for those in most scientific areas. Niagara's department of biochemistry and chemistry offers courses and programs that provide preprofessional training for students of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, pharmacology and other health sciences. This strong chemistry background also prepares students for graduate school, or positions in business, industry, pollution control, and ecology.
The chemistry concentration is complemented with a full liberal arts program. Courses in liberal arts introduce students to a comprehensive body of knowledge, preparing them for our constantly changing and complex society.
Facilities and Opportunities. The biochemistry and chemistry department comprises offices, classrooms, laboratories, a chemical library, a computer room, and an instrumentation room.
There is a separate computational facility consisting of a Silicon Graphics O2 workstation that uses SYBYL molecular modeling software, and a UNIX workstation that uses SPARTAN molecular modeling software. These facilities are also used in drug design research problems involving the treatment of arteriosclerosis and the design of new drugs for cancer treatment.
Our small size allows students who take laboratory to gain hands-on experience in the use of all instrumentation.
The NU chemistry department is ranked 35th among undergraduate chemistry departments nationwide for research productivity. Our students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of research activities, including co-authorizing research papers with our faculty.
Faculty. Our full-time faculty members possess academic credentials in all major areas of chemistry and teach all courses required for the biochemistry, chemistry and physics programs. The professors recognize the importance of undergraduate research experience and offer students opportunities to participate in projects solving modern biochemical and chemical problems. Faculty members are committed to fostering the professional development of their students through academic excellence.
The Chemistry Office, located in 205A DePaul Hall is open from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. If we can be of assistance, please stop by or call (716-286-8250). We are eager to make your academic years in the Niagara University Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics Department rewarding and productive.
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