Science that matters
Northwestern Chemistry’s research is making a difference beyond the lab.
From advanced materials and energy innovation to biomedical breakthroughs and clean manufacturing, Northwestern Chemistry is tackling some of the most important challenges facing our society. Explore real-world innovations from our faculty and students—solutions that are improving lives, strengthening the economy, and shaping a more resilient future.
Research from our labs is driving startup creation, new technologies, and industry partnerships—extending the reach of chemistry well beyond academia. Whether you're an academic researcher, working in industry, or simply curious about science, we invite you to discover how Northwestern Chemistry is fueling innovation, supporting job growth, and delivering practical solutions that make a lasting impact.
From carbon capture to battlefield protection, the Farha Group's work with metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) is reshaping what science can do for society.
Harnessing the power of materials chemistry to pioneer smart drug technologies, the Gianneschi Group aims to transform and heal diseases once thought untreatable and incurable.
The Marks Group works to delivers efficient chemical recycling of polyester, polyamide, and polyolefin waste into pristine monomers for a circular economy.