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Meet the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences at UMD

CMNS is a college where pioneers, scholars and innovators learn, collaborate and innovate to build a better future.

CMNS is a college where pioneers, scholars and innovators learn, collaborate and innovate to build a better futu

- 11 February 2026
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Ph.D. Student Laura Garcia Rodriguez is Applying Analytical Chemistry to Biological Systems

UMD chemistry Ph.D. student Laura Garcia Rodriguez aims to know everything she can about proteins ‘because they are everywhere and do almost everything in the body.’

UMD chemistry Ph.D.

- 9 June 2026
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Associate Professor Ling Hao Is Working To Demystify Neurodegenerative Diseases

Chemistry and Biochemistry Associate Professor Ling Hao is developing cutting-edge analytical chemistry tools to unravel the mysteries of neurodegenerative diseases.

In the University of Maryland’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemist

- 9 June 2026
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Climate Scientist Walks from NYC to DC—and Stops at UMD

The 250-mile, 12-day trek, taken in support of climate and weather science, included a stop in College Park for a discussion with Atmospheric and Oceanic Science Professor Ross Salawitch.

The 250-mile, 12-day trek, taken in support of climate and weather science, included a stop in College

- 4 June 2026
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UMD Hosts 2026 Chemistry Olympiad Study Camp

Faculty members in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry will guide the students participating in the study camp.

Twenty student finalists were selected to participate in the 2026 Chemistry Olympiad Study Camp,

- 3 June 2026
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