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The prime destination for aspiring chemists
Since its inception in 1964, Michigan State University’s (MSU) Department of Chemistry has grown into a hub of innovation with state-of-the-art facilities that support world-class programmes.
MSU graduate students can pursue diverse pathways, including PhD and MS programmes. Coursework and research span foundational areas like physical, organic, inorganic, and analytical chemistry, as well as interdisciplinary fields such as materials science, polymers, and biological chemistry. This breadth ensures students are prepared for both academic and industry roles.
Whichever programme students choose, they learn from excellent professors in various subjects. Among the esteemed faculty is Assistant Professor Selvan Demir, who received a 2024 Faculty Early Career Development, or CAREER, Award for her inventive work exploring the untapped potential of elements near the bottom of the periodic table.
Adding to MSU’s vibrant culture, Nobel Prize-winner Professor David MacMillan visited in December. A pioneer in asymmetric organocatalysis, his work has revolutionised how specialised molecules are created — making the process simpler, cheaper, and more environmentally friendly. His presence at MSU, engaging in commencement and community events, exemplifies the university’s role as a hub for transformative chemistry research and education.
“Professor Demir is an exceptionally creative scientist whose synthetic approaches to single-molecule magnets supported through this award combine elements not traditionally thought of together: lanthanides and bismuth,” says Timothy H. Warren, Rosenberg Professor and chair of the Department of Chemistry.
The prime destination for aspiring chemists
The Department of Chemistry offers an impressive 280,000 square-foot facility designed to support cutting-edge research and academic excellence. Spread across five floors, two basements, a penthouse complex, and dedicated office and lecture spaces, this air-conditioned building is a hub for innovation.
Approximately 60% of the space is devoted to research, housing state-of-the-art laboratories and instrument facilities. Notable facilities include the Max T. Rogers Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Facility, the Chemistry Department X-ray Facility, and the MSU Shared Laser Facility. These resources enable advanced work in compound characterisation, structural studies, and computational research.
The Department of Chemistry offers an impressive 280,000 square-foot facility designed to support cutting-edge research and academic excellence. Spread across five floors, two basements, a penthouse complex, and dedicated office and lecture spaces, this air-conditioned building is a hub for innovation.
Approximately 60% of the space is devoted to research, housing state-of-the-art laboratories and instrument facilities. Notable facilities include the Max T. Rogers Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Facility, the Chemistry Department X-ray Facility, and the MSU Shared Laser Facility. These resources enable advanced work in compound characterisation, structural studies, and computational research.
