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The UCSB Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry focuses on pioneering chemical and biochemical research while maintaining environmental and ethical responsibility, serving Santa Barbara County, California, and the global community. We aim to tackle humanity's greatest 21st-century challenges, recognizing chemistry and biochemistry as pivotal fields in this mission. Aligned with this goal, we pursue excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and community education, equipping our students with the knowledge and motivation to confront these issues. Located right on the Pacific coast, with stunning views of the Channel Islands to the south and the Santa Ynez Mountains to the north, UCSB's Chemistry and Biochemistry Department provides an exceptional blend: groundbreaking, internationally renowned research within a breathtaking natural environment.