Natural Sciences and Mathematics

The natural sciences and mathematics investigate physical phenomena, interconnected ecosystems and mathematical theories that strengthen our understanding of the natural laws that govern our universe. 

  • Biological Sciences
    4/22/24
    The UB Department of Biological Sciences is a hub for innovative, interdisciplinary life science research and education. Students benefit from the breadth of our faculty’s experience, expertise and teaching skills while developing the courage and capacity to make their own discoveries.
  • Chemistry
    4/22/24
    Chemistry explores the composition and transformation of matter, a science that is central to energy production, health care and environmental protection. Students in the UB Department of Chemistry learn through hands-on or computational experiments in both classroom and laboratory settings, specializing in analytical, inorganic, medicinal, organic and physical chemistry.
  • Communicative Disorders and Sciences
    4/22/24
    The UB Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences offers students a pre-professional major that focuses on the development and breakdown of speech, language and hearing processes. Courses cover the nature and causes of communicative disorders, the techniques used to assess and diagnose speech, language, and hearing disorders and the current methods used to remedy these problems.
  • Earth Sciences
    1/24/25
    The study of earth sciences challenges students to think both spatially and creatively. In the UB Department of Earth Sciences (formerly known as the Department of Geology), our undergraduates grow into inquisitive problem solvers who are passionate about the earth and addressing some of the most pressing issues of our time: climate change, resource management and natural disasters.
  • Materials Design and Innovation
    4/22/24
    A forward-leaning, interdisciplinary department that aims to transform the training and education of materials scientists and engineers.
  • Mathematics
    4/22/24
    The UB Department of Mathematics trains students to develop their analytical problem-solving skills through both fundamental and applied mathematics for a variety of careers.
  • Physics
    4/22/24
    The mission of the UB Department of Physics is to provide undergraduate students with an outstanding educational foundation, consisting of comprehensive and rigorous coursework, laboratory training and hands-on research experience.
  • Psychology
    4/22/24
    With cutting-edge research facilities and world-class faculty, the UB Department of Psychology provides undergraduate majors with a scientific understanding of the mind and behavior.