Chemistry

Nature, engineered  

Nature creates the blueprint – Yan Zhao reengineers it. Zhao, a professor of chemistry at Iowa State University, is using micellar imprinting to design synthetic materials that mimic the functions of natural enzymes and antibodies. His lab’s cutting-edge techniques are driving innovation in areas related to disease and plastic recycling.

August 8, 2025

Windus appointed new chair of chemistry department

Theresa Windus, LAS Dean’s Professor and Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, began her term as chair on January 1, 2024.

February 15, 2024

LAS students focus on fall research

The LAS Dean's High Impact Awards for Undergraduate Research are supporting student research ranging from intimate partner violence to solid-state chemistry.

November 27, 2023

Javier Vela-Becerra awarded Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Award

Javier Vela-Becerra, University Professor, and John D. Corbett Professor of Chemistry, has been awarded a 3-month Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award. He will be visiting the laboratory of Liberato Manna at the Italian Institute of Technology in Genoa, Italy. Vela-Becerra is among over 800 U.S. citizens…

March 22, 2023

Anderson awarded Alice Hudson Professorship in Chemistry

ISU Chemistry alumna establishes endowment to encourage innovation and excellence.

May 25, 2021

Interdisciplinary team of researchers explores new methods of plastic upcycling

LAS chemist and Ames Lab scientist Sadow works with team to further green chemistry research.

September 28, 2020

Discovery shows potential to transform chemical manufacturing

Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Ames Laboratory explore catalyst for efficient and less expensive industrial processes.

August 26, 2020

Anand recognized for research

June 5, 2020