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November 26, 2014

UW researchers uncover the molecular basis of the heartbeat

Advanced spectroscopic techniques provide new understanding of a critical structural mechanism underlying heart function in recent work published by Stefan Stoll, William Zagotta, et al. in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.


November 20, 2014

Department ranks 10th nationally for research spending

According to the most recent (2012) National Science Foundation Survey of Higher Education Research and Development, the University of Washington Department of Chemistry is ranked 10th nationally for overall research and development spending in chemistry.


October 30, 2014

UW Chemistry Graduate Program ranked #1 by students

A recent survey of graduate students in chemistry ranked the University of Washington as having the Top Chemistry Graduate School based on 15 ranking categories relevant to students, such as academic competitiveness, career support, financial aid, and quality of network.


September 23, 2014

Multi-disciplinary approach to understanding Botulinum toxin

Research Associate Professor Werner Kaminsky contributed to a research project recently highlighted in Nature.


August 21, 2014

Bo Zhang promoted to Associate Professor with Tenure

The Department of Chemistry congratulates Bo Zhang on his promotion to associate professor with tenure.


Munira Khalil promoted to Associate Professor with Tenure

The Department of Chemistry congratulates Munira Khalil on her promotion to associate professor with tenure.


Alvin Kwiram elected to the Washington State Academy of Sciences

Emeritus Professor Alvin Kwiram is among the 18 new members elected to the Washington State Academy of Sciences in recognition of his distinguished and continuing scientific achievements and contributions.


Gary Christian named 2014 ACS Fellow

Emeritus Professor Gary Christian has been named a 2014 Fellow of the American Chemical Society.


June 4, 2014

Sam Jenekhe receives the 2014 AIChE Charles M. A. Stine Award

Sam Jenekhe, Professor of Chemistry and Boeing-Martin Professor of Chemical Engineering, is the 2014 recipient of the Charles M. A. Stine Award from the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE).


Benjamin Van Kuiken wins College of Arts and Science Dean’s Graduate Medal

Congratulations to Benjamin Van Kuiken for his accomplishments earning the College of Arts and Science Dean’s Graduate Medal in Natural Sciences.



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