Wright State University is a public research university in Fairborn, Ohio. It was founded in 1964 as a branch campus of Miami University and Ohio State University, and became an independent institution in 1967. The university is named in honor of aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright, who were residents of nearby Dayton.
At Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, the College of Science and Mathematics offers a wide array of programs covering the natural sciences. Students pursuing fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, earth and environmental sciences, and neuroscience benefit from rigorous coursework and significant hands-on learning opportunities. The college provides comprehensive undergraduate and graduate degrees designed to build a strong foundation in scientific principles. A key focus is engaging students in meaningful research alongside faculty, exploring areas from environmental science and biomedical research to materials science. This approach effectively prepares graduates for successful careers and further academic pursuits in various scientific disciplines.
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