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2026 Houk Research Conference Registration is OPEN!

The 2026 Houk Research Conference is convened to honor the career of Professor Kendall N. Houk, Distinguished Research Professor at UCLA. Please join us for three days scientific discussion at the frontiers of computational and experimental organic chemistry.

June 24-26, 2026 | Pittsburgh, PA

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Undergraduate Opportunity, 2026 REU application are now open!

Research opportunities are available for 9 undergraduates graduating in 2027 or 2028. The program provides a $6,000 stipend for 10 weeks, meal support, free campus housing, and full relocation coverage.

Program dates: May 18–July 24, 2026.
Application Deadline is Feb 6, 2026.

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Congratulations to Prof. Lillian Chong! Named the Graduate & Postdoc Alum of the Year!

Graduate and Postdoc Alum of the Year Award - This award recognizes an alum who has made outstanding contributions to science, research, society/community, or academia.Dr.

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The Department of Chemistry hosts 5th Houk Research Conference (HRC)!

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