Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is dedicated to providing high-quality education in an environment that encourages hands-on student research training. We offer degree programs leading to a Bachelor of Science, a minor in Bioinformatics, and a Master of Science in Chemistry.

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

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Location: Biological Sciences 336
Phone: 323.343.2300
Fax: 323.343.6490
Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm

Department Chair:
Dr. Krishna Foster
kfoster@calstatela.edu
Rosser Hall 222E

Undergraduate Advisor:
Dr. Jordan Vincent
jvincen3@calstatela.edu
Rosser Hall 222A

Graduate Advisor:
Dr. Robert Vellanoweth
vllnwth@calstatela.edu
La Kretz 272

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The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Cal State LA continues to be a top choice for freshmen and transfer students interested in molecular science on the basis of its faculty's dedication to providing superior teaching and innovative instruction in small class settings. Students receive research mentorship from faculty in directed research studies using state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, participate in domestic and international research, engage in pre-professional student organizations, and interact with chemical science professionals.

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Upcoming Events

Stem Club

Stem Club Social

Join the Chemistry and Biochemistry Club, Chicanos/Latinos for Community Medicine, and Cal State LA SACNAS Chapter for Stem Club Social on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at Biological Sciences 220. We hope you can join us!

Tutoring

CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY CLUB

Fall 2024 Tutoring

The Chemistry and Biochemistry Club is a student-organization made up by students dedicated to helping all majors succeed professionally and academically. Scan the QR code to become involved, to learn more about tutoring services, and participate in club events and activities.

Fall 2024 tutoring services are provided in-person and on Zoom. Scan the QR code to join Discord for updates.

Department News

Liu Clean Energy

Cal State LA receives grant to boost opportunities to engage in clean energy research

Cal State LA has received a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to provide more research and training opportunities in STEM fields for students while addressing important energy and climate challenges, with Chemistry and Biochemistry's Dr. Yangyang Liu as the lead principal investigator on the grant.