There has never been a more exciting time to pursue a PhD at UAF. Students in Chemistry and Biochemistry find faculty who are dedicated both to research and teaching excellence in a university that promotes cutting edge discoveries relating to high-latitude biological, physical, environmental and human sciences. As the eyes of the world turn towards the fast changing Arctic, research conducted by our students and faculty becomes increasingly prominent.

Our department offers six different degrees: The M.S. or Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, the M.S. or Ph.D. in Environmental Chemistry, and the M.S. or M.A. in Chemistry. Please visit these program pages to determine what degree will best satisfy your educational goals. For more information, please fill out an inquiry form or contact: 

Libby Miles
Graduate Student Coordinator
Office: 194A Reichardt Building
Phone: (907) 474-7418
Email: libby.miles@alaska.edu

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Anastasia Ilgen (Ph.D. candidate in Environmental Chemistry) works in Professor Tom Trainor's research laboratory.  UAF photo by Todd Paris