Chemical, biomolecular, and materials engineers are problem solvers who are constantly developing and improving the materials, processes, and products that we use on a daily basis. They apply chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics to create technologies and products for industries ranging from energy to medicine.
As a chemical, biomolecular, and materials engineering student at URI, you will have ample opportunities to engage in research at the undergraduate and graduate level. You’ll learn alongside faculty who are experts in their field. You’ll work in cutting-edge lab facilities and be immersed in a culture of fostering student excellence. And when you graduate, you’ll be well-positioned for a wide range of exciting and rewarding career paths.
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URI chemical engineering professor named 2025 Cottrell Scholar - Assistant professor Ryan Poling-Skutvik has been named a recipient of the prestigious Cottrell Scholar Award for 2025.
Ph.D. engineering student at URI receives ISSS Scientific Achievement Award - Part-time Ph.D. chemical engineering student Michael Jones was awarded the 2024 Scientific Achievement Award by the International System Safety Society (ISSS) for contributions to the advancement of system safety. Jones works full time for the Navy’s Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport as an engineering task lead. He was recommended by his branch head […]