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The Department of Chemistry at the University of Alberta provides an outstanding environment for studies in chemistry, is among the most research active departments in Canada, and is ranked as one of the top departments in the country.

The department is one of the best equipped and best funded in North America and has a faculty renowned internationally for excellence in teaching and research.


Jillian Buriak explains how her research team is developing thin, plastic-based solar cells that can be sprayed or rolled, like paint or wallpaper, onto a surface or even woven into fabric - making solar energy more accessible to everyone.

News

  1. Champion of women in science urges grads to keep flame of curiosity alive

    One of Canada’s most accomplished chemists, educators and mentors inspires graduands at June 11 convocation.

  2. Christopher Cairo

    Outsmarting cancer and autoimmune disease

    Chris Cairo research group makes breakthrough in understanding some of the communication processes that occur between cells and viruses and between cells themselves.

  3. Getting a jump on change: students who are (terrific) scientific citizens

    A small cohort of students, along with their intrepid instructor, Dr. Glen Loppnow, have embarked into uncharted territory to expand the scope of what it means to be a science student at the U of A.

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