UNC Chemistry Department

ChemPath @ UNC

Your pathway into undergraduate research in Chemistry

ChemPath @ UNC is your starting point for exploring research opportunities in the UNC Chemistry Department. Whether you’re brand new to research or looking to deepen your skills, this site helps you understand where to begin, how to find a lab, and how to prepare for success.

What you’ll find here

  • A directory of Chemistry labs and their research areas
  • Step-by-step guidance for contacting faculty
  • Email templates and outreach scripts
  • Research skill modules (wet lab + computational)
  • First-generation student support resources
  • Funding, fellowships, and summer research programs

Who This Resource Is For

ChemPath @ UNC is designed for:

  • Students with or without research experience
  • First-generation and students of all backgrounds
  • Students exploring STEM careers
  • Pre-med, pre-grad, and undecided majors
  • Anyone curious about how research works at UNC

Ready to begin your research journey?

Start Here

ChemPath @ UNC — Undergraduate Research Hub