A hands-on UMD course gives undergraduates the opportunity to share the magic of chemistry with third graders in Prince George's County.

Doyle (1942-2026), who served as professor and chair of the University of Maryland’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry from 2003 to 2013, passed away on April 11, 2026.

A new study from UMD chemical physicists could lead to more stable quantum memory, safer fuel storage and an improved ability to measure comet temperatures in outer space.

Since 2014, 174 current students and recent alums from CMNS have been awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowships. 

The space is an “otherworldly gift,” providing researchers with expertise and instrumentation to study biologically relevant molecules.

As chief scientific officer and founding scientist at Elicio Therapeutics, Inc., Peter DeMuth (B.S. ’08, biochemistry; B.S. ’08, chemical engineering) leads a trailblazing effort to fight cancer, developing novel therapies that harness the power of the human immune system.

The College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences will host 45 events.

The distinguished lifetime honor recognizes Sita’s innovative solutions to combat the world’s plastic pollution problem.