Gonto Johns returned to school after 20 years in industry, gaining career-boosting skills while exploring sustainability solutions Alumnus and founder of Evoke Pharma, Matt D'Onofrio (‘92), shares how his experience at SDSU and science degree helped him launch his own company. Q&A with Kristine Legaspi, a Ph.D. student who catalyzes public interest in chemistry through crocheted beakers, moles and molecules
Sciences-Chemistry-Feature
Chemistry Ph.D. student reflects on SDSU experience in final year of program
How SDSU set the Stage for Alumnus’ Biotech Success
The crocheting chemist
Why Chemistry at SDSU?
Students pursuing a degree in Chemistry at SDSU are taught by faculty who are renowned experts actively contributing to discovery and innovation in the field. The program offers coursework that will prepare students for their unique careers, whether in medicine, biotech, research or academia. Most students are engaged in research throughout their time in the program. Utilizing state-of-the-art tools and facilities on campus, students make real-world impacts while gaining essential skills for their post-grad careers.
Major Areas of Study
Analyze and detect molecules to address challenges in health, technology, and the environment.
Explore the chemical processes of life to advance health, biotechnology, and molecular design.
Advance the teaching and learning of chemistry through research on motivation and effective practices.
Design and study inorganic compounds and materials to drive innovation.
Create and apply new molecular designs and syntheses to advance medicine and materials science.
Uncover the fundamental principles of molecular interactions to advance energy, materials
Research Excellence
