Dr. Corey O Hern

Biography

Corey O'Hern is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Yale University, with a distinguished research focus on statistical mechanics, nonequilibrium systems, and complicated material behaviors. His expertise includes the study of soft matter, glasses, and granular materials, delving into the structural and mechanical properties of proteins and biological materials. O'Hern's work merges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, especially in biophysics and condensed matter physics. He is noted for his contributions in areas like designer protein-based nanogels, jamming systems, and the dynamics of granular media. His recent publications include pivotal studies on Ramachandran plots, energy packings in polymers, and the mechanisms behind protein folding and aggregation. O'Hern’s educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, achieved in 1999.

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