Chemistry National Tsing Hua University

Overview

As part of the Chemistry graduate curriculum at National Tsing Hua University, emphasis is placed on innovative research through continued learning and experimenting with new ideas and concepts.  With the inception of the new Chemistry Building, 13,300 square meters of space for research and teaching were made available.  In addition to its own modern instrumentation, the department is also home to the Regional Instrument Center.  Additional space for research, teaching, and instruments is available in the adjacent Chemistry II Building.  A compact and well-stocked library provides both hard copy and electronic access to major periodicals and publications expected of in any major university.

Learning outcomes

Currently, the department is made up of 27 full-time faculty members and one contract assistant professor and 6 joint-appointment faculty members. All current professors have active research programs and publish their findings in a timely manner.  Over the past 5 years, over 761 original research papers have originated from the department's faculty members, with a majority of them in journals distinguished with an average impact factor of 4.86.  In addition to its full-time faculty members, the department is also home to 7 part-time professors, and 37 post-doctoral fellows.  As a reflection of the outstanding research and development being carried out in the department, many of the faculty members have been distinguished with awards from the National Science council, Chemical Society in Taiwan, Department of Education, and the University.