Vision Statement
Inspire curiosity, pioneer chemical innovation, and educate the next generation of scientific leaders.
Mission Statement
Through cutting-edge research and transformational education, we advance discovery across the realm of fundamental and applied chemical sciences and empower a diverse and inclusive scientific community to address the challenges of our complex world.
Welcome to Rice University's Department of Chemistry!
The Department of Chemistry at Rice University brings together scientists and engineers working across organic, inorganic, physical, biological, and theoretical chemistry to advance understanding of the structure, properties, and reactivity of matter. Our faculty lead internationally recognized research programs supported by state-of-the-art instrumentation, collaborative partnerships, and a longstanding culture of interdisciplinary discovery. With strengths spanning nanoscale science, materials chemistry, chemical biology, environmental chemistry, and nanomedicine, the department maintains close ties across the university and the Texas Medical Center to drive innovation with real-world impact.
Rice Chemistry offers an exceptional environment for both graduate and undergraduate education, combining rigorous scholarship with close faculty mentorship and early access to research opportunities. Our students work alongside leading researchers, contribute to publications and scientific breakthroughs, and benefit from a collaborative, highly connected academic community. Through shared facilities, distinguished seminars, industry partnerships, and a global alumni network, the department continues to build on its tradition of excellence while preparing the next generation of scientific leaders.