Be part of groundbreaking research
Undergraduate students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have the chance to be mentored by world renowned faculty
Present your research!
Each year the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the Department of Chemistry hold research symposium for undergraduate researchers to present their work.
Meet Undergraduate Researchers
The Chemistry Undergraduate Research Board (CURB) holds events each semester to help students join research groups, excel as scientists, and advance their career
Explore Undergraduate Research Opportunities
Undergraduates who participate in research in the Department of Chemistry have the opportunity to work with world-class researchers and be part of groundbreaking research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Join the faculty, staff and students of the chemistry department by participating in undergraduate research.
How to Get Started
Upcoming Events
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Jul 23Mentor Support Event – Unlock the Hidden Career Value in Your Mentoring Experience July 23
If you’ve ever mentored an undergrad, trained a new lab member, explained a technique, helped someone through a project roadblock, or managed expectations in group work, then you’ve already built skills that employers really value. But most graduate students don’t realize how to translate those mentoring experiences into strong resume bullets or interview answers. GSFLC Career …
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Feb 23CHEMISTRY@WI 2027: VIRTUAL UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
The UW-Madison Chemistry Department is hosting a virtual conference for undergraduate chemist from across the state. This will be an excellent opportunity for students to present their research and learn about the research happening around the state. The abstract link will open in fall with a due date of early November.
News from the Office of Chemistry Undergraduate Research
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Mentor Support Event – Unlock the Hidden Career Value in Your Mentoring Experience July 23
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2026 Undergraduate Chemistry Research Poster Symposium Awards
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Carolyn Hanrahan wins Best Poster Award from the Polymeric Materials Science and Engineering (PMSE) division at the 2026 ACS Spring Meeting in Atlanta.
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Spring 2024 Travel Grant Award Application is open!
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Apply to join the Chemistry Undergraduate Research Board for the 2024-2025 academic year!