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CHEM194 HM - Chemistry of Modern Materials

Credit(s): 2

Instructor(s): Brucks

Description: A survey of current research at the interface of chemistry and materials with a focus on the rational design of soft materials for biomimetic and medicinal applications, including imaging, diagnostics, and therapeutics. Lectures will be interspersed with classroom discussions and student presentations based on recent literature.

Prerequisite(s): CHEM056 HM  or equivalent required.BIOL182 HM  or CHEM182 HM  or equivalent recommended. Juniors and seniors only.