Message from the Dean

Dear Students,

Welcome to the School of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences SCMNS at Morgan State University.

As Maryland's Preeminent Public Urban Research University, Morgan is a place where knowledge meets innovation and SCMNS stands at the core of that mission.

Our vision is to be a premier center for scientific discovery and workforce development, preparing the next generation of leaders in science, technology, and mathematics. Guided by a threefold mission, we are committed to:

1. Offering comprehensive undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs that educate and nurture future scientists, mathematicians, and technologists;
2. Advancing the frontiers of knowledge through cutting-edge research and innovation; and
3. Serving local, regional, and global communities through science-based solutions.

SCMNS is home to five academic departments—Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics & Engineering Physics—offering ten bachelor’s, six master’s, and four doctoral degree programs. Undergraduate students may pursue fields such as Actuarial Science, Biology, Chemistry, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Coastal Science and Policy, Engineering Physics, Mathematics, Medical Laboratory Science, and Physics. Through rigorous coursework, research engagement, and close faculty mentorship, our students acquire the knowledge and skills to excel in graduate study, professional schools, industry, government, and entrepreneurship.

Aligned with Morgan State University’s strategic goal of Growing Morgan into a World-Class Doctoral Research University, our graduate programs are expanding rapidly. They include master’s degrees in Advanced Computing, Applied Neuroscience, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Sciences, Integrated Sciences (with concentrations in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics), and Mathematics, as well as four interdisciplinary doctoral programs: Advanced and Equitable Computing, Bioenvironmental Science, Industrial & Computational Mathematics, and Integrated Materials Science. These programs are led by distinguished faculty who are advancing research, innovation, and societal impact.

Research is the cornerstone of our success. Faculty and students are engaged in groundbreaking work in areas such as biomedical, socio-behavioral, clinical, and translational sciences; materials science; cybersecurity; data science; artificial intelligence; chemical and physical sciences, and climate science. Their efforts not only expand the frontiers of discovery but also address pressing challenges facing our communities and the world.

At SCMNS, we prepare students to tackle global challenges with creativity, efficiency, and impact. As you embark on this transformative journey, I encourage you to embrace innovation, pursue leadership, and commit to excellence. Your contributions will shape the future of science and technology while advancing the standards of higher education. By empowering students from diverse backgrounds, we are cultivating the next generation of scientists, innovators, and leaders.

I invite you to explore our programs and join us in building a brighter, more innovative future.

Paul B. Tchounwou, ScD, FABI, IOM, DFIETI, FASI, FAAAS
Dean, School of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences