Department of Chemical Engineering

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of South Carolina couples cutting-edge research that is advancing energy, materials, and medicine with excellence in education to create a dynamic atmosphere to discover and learn alongside leaders in the field.

Department Highlights

A catalyst for growth: Christopher Williams appointed chair of Department of Chemical Engineering

For his new appointment, Christopher Williams is working to expand outreach to bring more students into the department, support faculty research, and create an alumni and industry network.

Moss Named senior associate dean for academic affairs

Professor and Department of Chemical Engineering Chair, Melissa Moss, was recently appointed as the new senior associate dean for academic affairs.

Never too young for research

For sophomore Zachary Gardiner, a chemical engineering major and nuclear engineering minor, his research experience began even before entering a classroom at the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing.

USC participating in Department of Energy collaboration to accelerate commercial fusion energy

The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing will take the lead on USC's part of $107 million in funding for six projects as part of the Department of Energy's Fusion Innovative Research Engine Collaboratives.