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Undergraduate Research

Most chemistry majors at NKU work with a faculty member on a research project for two or more semesters. The projects involve work in analytical, organic, inorganic and physical chemistry and biochemistry.

Participants in Chemical Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) gain valuable experience and often get to share their work by making presentations at conferences or meetings. 

It is very important for chemistry majors to participate in chemical research because it demonstrates an ability to apply knowledge they have acquired in classroom or laboratory. It also shows an ability to work and think independently.

Students without research experience or on-the-job experience are at a severe disadvantage when being considered for industrial chemist positions or admission to graduate school.