The School of Chemistry and Life Resources at Renmin University of China has emerged as a newly restructured school, building upon the foundations of the original Department of Chemistry and Department of Environmental Science and Engineering at the university.

    The school is dedicated to two primary professional systems: organic life and inorganic life. In the realm of organic life, its mission is to safeguard human life and health as a paramount priority. On the other hand, in the domain of inorganic life, the focus lies on pioneering new materials and methodologies for the preservation and conservation of cultural artifacts. By spearheading advancements in cutting-edge materials and technologies, the school actively fosters the convergence of life resource disciplines with environmental stewardship, medical advancements, and the protection of invaluable cultural heritage. It strategically positions itself in four forefront areas: 'photoelectric technology for dermatological engineering,' 'water resources protection and utilization,' 'smart agricultural and forestry materials and technologies,' and 'revolutionary cultural relic restoration and protection.'

    The school boasts four prominent research institutes: the Institute of Resource Recycling and Protection, the Institute of Materials Science and Engineering, the Institute of Material Structure and Analysis, and the Institute of Synthetic Resources. Through a multidisciplinary approach to graduate education, it promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, emphasizing the seamless integration and practical application of fundamental and applied research.

    With a faculty comprising 57 members, including 23 professors and 20 associate professors, over 90% of whom possess international backgrounds, the school nurtures a diverse academic environment. Currently, it enrolls a total of 352 students, encompassing 103 undergraduates, 158 master's students, and 91 doctoral candidates. The school houses two department-level teaching institutions: the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, implementing a model of elite teaching classes and a personalized mentorship system. By establishing multiple off-campus teaching practice bases, it actively cultivates a pathway for the development of versatile and innovative talents. Encouraging active engagement in scientific research training for all undergraduate students, the school has achieved remarkable success, with over 80% of undergraduates securing research funding and publishing high-impact papers before graduation. Notably, some undergraduates have even published SCI journal papers as lead authors.

    With a robust academic foundation in chemistry and environmental science, both disciplines rank within the top 1% of the ESI rankings. The school undertakes a diverse array of research projects, including the National Distinguished Youth Fund, the National Excellent Youth Fund, and so on, with a cumulative approved funding exceeding 150 million yuan.