Welcome to
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Welcome to the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. Currently, our faculty are actively leading research into both traditional chemical and energy industries as well as new areas of application and innovation, such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, advanced materials, and sustainable energy.
Our primary mission is to educate leaders and innovators through creation of fundamental knowledge and technologies in the chemical and biomolecular sciences and engineering. The general theme of our program is to foster creativity, to recognize excellence, and to promote a collegial and cohesive research and educational environment while emphasizing the value of diversity.
I encourage you to explore this website to learn more about us and what our program has to offer.
Sincerely,
Bamin Khomami,
Department Head
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» NOTABLE NEWS: Akshitha Yarrabothula Receives Torchbearer Award at Chancellor's Honors Banquet
On April 8, 2013, Akshitha Yarrabothula, a chemical and biomolecular engineering major, was among the recipients of the University's highest student honor. The Torchbearer is awarded to seniors who have served their Alma Mater with overall excellence. Recognition as a Torchbearer reminds all students that those who bear the Torch of Enlightenment shadow themselves to give light to others.
Read more on Akshitha's accolades and achievements at the Chancellor's Honors 2013 Torchbearers web page.
About this website
The CBE website provides a glimpse of the many activities within our department to alumni, friends, and guests. Information and opportunities for prospective and current students, new position announcements, departmental newsletters, and brochures may all be found following the links below and on the left menu of this webpage.
» Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at UTK
» Opportunities for Graduate and Undergraduate Students
» Careers in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
and much, much more!
Contact Us
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
1512 Middle Drive
419 Dougherty Engineering Bldg.
Knoxville, TN 37996-2200
Tel: (865) 974-2421
Fax: (865) 974-7076
Email: cbe@utk.edu
Dr. Bamin Khomami
Department Head