Chemical and Biological Engineering Department

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Chemical Engineering applies principles of math, chemistry, physics, and biology to the design of processes and products that advance technologies and solve problems touching every part of our lives. A degree in chemical engineering prepares you for a technical career in almost any industry, government, and non-profit sector, while laying a foundation for graduate studies for anyone interested in cutting-edge research. Drexel's approach of combining modern computational tools and rigorous theoretical analyses with experiential learning makes our chemical engineering program unique. Find out more about how you can advance your career with a degree in chemical engineering from Drexel.

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Scaling Up Production for Viral Vectors

A senior design chemical engineering team is researching the feasibility of a method that would revolutionize the production of the particles, which are important for vaccine and therapeutic development.
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Personal Connections Make the Difference for Graduate Commencement Speaker

Arkita Chakrabarti, this year's graduate student commencement speaker, has benefitted from mentorship during her time at Drexel, both learning from a trusted advisor and acting as an advocate for her fellow grad students.
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‘U.S. News’ Rates Drexel Engineering Graduate, Online Programs Highly

U.S News & World Report continue to rank Drexel Engineering programs to be among best in the United States - ranking materials engineering 37th for best graduate schools in 2023-2024!