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.
Visit Us
Location: La Kretz 253
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 121E
Graduate Advisor:
Dr. Robert Vellanoweth
vllnwth@calstatela.edu
La Kretz 272
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Upcoming Events
FALL 2024 GRADUATE SEMINAR SERIES
Join the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department's Graduate Seminar Series on Tuesdays at 12:00PM in Salazar Hall 135 to learn more about advances in research within the molecular sciences.
Seminars are presented by graduate students and guest speakers who share their research within the chemistry and biochemistry fields. Our first guest speaker is UCLA's Dr. Michael Lawson to discuss Defining the Pathways of Eukaryotic Translational Quality Control. We hope to see you there!
CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY CLUB
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.
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