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The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) at Iowa State University brings together professors, researchers, and students engaged in cutting-edge chemical and biological studies with national and global recognition. Established in 1913, it stands among the nation's pioneering chemical engineering programs. This demanding discipline merges chemistry, physics, and mathematics, evolving to cover diverse specialties including petrochemicals, agricultural products, biomedical fields, pharmaceuticals, and food science. Many undergraduates pursue chemical engineering as a foundation for advanced studies in medicine or law. The department boasts over 47,000 square feet of state-of-the-art labs and offices where faculty, graduate students, and researchers explore both conventional and innovative aspects of chemical engineering.