Chemical engineering

Chem-E-Car Gains Momentum

After a pandemic pause, UC Davis students are catalyzing a rebuild of Chem-E-Car from the ground up — gel-powered engines, team chemistry and all. With lessons learned and eyes on next year's prize, they are engineering progress, one chemical reaction at a time.

Slime Time

Come get your hands sticky and create your own slime! Whether you're a slime enthusiast or a first-timer, this interactive activity is perfect for all ages. Bring your friends and family to join us to see the reaction happen!

Thinking Inside of the Box

As climate change becomes an evermore concerning issue, researchers are working to make carbon capture and storage technologies more accessible, stable and environmentally friendly. See how a team of students is taking on the challenge one cubic foot at a time.