LSU Cain Department of Chemical Engineering

The Cain Department of Chemical Engineering at LSU is a recognised leader in chemical engineering education, and is one of the oldest and most productive departments in the nation. The department continues to be prolific in providing the highly trained graduates needed in the chemical and petrochemical production facilities located in the Gulf Coast area. It has a strong reputation due to its proximity and firm ties to one of the worlds largest concentrations of chemical, plastics, paper, and refining industriesas well as a long history of graduates assuming leadership positions in these industries and allied fields. As an essential component of LSU Strategic Plan 2025 and the College of Engineerings Strategic Plan, the department contributes to the improvement of the universitys reputation by striving to enhance and further strengthen its status as a rising center for research. Our vision is to be recognised as a top-tier department for chemical engineering education and innovative...