Chemistry
Chemistry at Davidson
The Chemistry Department provides an exceptionally rich learning environment for the study of this foundational science.
Faculty members, who are generous with their time and knowledge, teach all courses in the department and plan and facilitate all research.
The department focuses on providing students with individual attention, promoted through small lecture and lab classes taught by professors committed to one-on-one and small-group interactions.
Whether you are pursuing a major or just dipping your toe in a chemistry course, we have gathered all you need to know about planning your studies at Davidson.
The Chemistry Department is located in the E. Craig Wall Jr. Academic Center, a $74 million building that opened in fall 2016 and features teaching laboratory spaces, research labs for independent faculty research and student collaboration, shared faculty and student common areas, multiple learning environments for lectures, presentations, and group discussions, open forum space, and faculty offices.
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There are many opportunities for students to participate in groups and activities that center around and support an interest in chemistry.
Chemistry News
Improving Medical Testing and Treatment: Chris Piatnichouk ’26 Named Goldwater Scholar
Chris Piatnichouk ’26 has spent his years at Davidson College immersed in medical research, seeking less invasive diagnostic tests and better treatments for diseases. The physics and chemistry double major was recently awarded a Goldwater scholarship, which supports STEM students who show exceptional promise of becoming research leaders.