Chemistry is the study of the composition, structure properties and reactions of matter, so the study of chemistry is central to understanding many other scientific disciplines. All human activities deal with a material world, which consists of chemicals, both natural and manufactured. Chlorophyll, hemoglobin and insulin are examples of natural chemicals that are essential to life. The colors used by painters, the electronic components in computers and the active ingredients in modern medicines are examples of manufactured chemicals produced by chemists.
Chemistry is one of many excellent academic programs at Ohio State and is ranked as the best chemistry program in the state of Ohio. The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry has been ranked among the top chemistry departments in the nation by The National Research Council and U.S. News and World Report.
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The contributions of chemistry to modern society occur in such diverse fields as pharmaceuticals, polymers, agricultural chemicals, petroleum products and biotechnology. Chemistry also plays a role in cleaning up the environment, improving methods of producing, processing, and packaging food, and making automobiles safer and more fuel-efficient. Thus, a world of opportunities awaits the student who majors in chemistry.
Chemists are employed in industrial, government and academic positions. Chemistry graduates find positions in research and development, analytical services, quality control, chemical sales, and marketing. Chemistry graduates with education credentials are in demand to teach in high schools and middle schools. Chemistry majors earning a Bachelor of Science degree often go on to graduate school to earn a master’s or PhD degree.
The question on the table is: What if testing yourself for cancer or other diseases were as easy as testing your blood sugar or taking a home pregnancy test?
“In a few years, it could be," said Abraham Badu-Tawiah (Badu), assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry, who developed a new, low-cost, proof-of-concept paper strip that can reveal the presence of malaria or cancer antigen in the blood.
“People could apply a drop of blood on a paper strip, at home, mail it to a laboratory on a regular basis — and see a doctor only if the test is positive.”
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