Professor Dr. Georg Schreckenbach

Biography

Georg Schreckenbach is a Professor and Research Chair in Fundamental Science specializing in Physical Sciences and Chemistry at the University of Manitoba. His research primarily involves theoretical and computational chemistry, with a specific focus on the application of density functional theory (DFT) and the development of quantum chemical methods. He is renowned for his work on the properties of molecules, materials, and surfaces, striving to create fundamental understanding through meticulous calculations. He actively collaborates with both computational and experimental research groups. His current research projects span various domains including materials chemistry, particularly two-dimensional materials and nanostructures, solar energy applications such as dye-sensitized solar cells, and theoretical actinide molecular science focusing on actinides like uranium and thorium, with implications for both environmental and medical applications. He is also exploring environmental chemistry issues related to heavy metals and crude oil components, and he contributes to quantum-chemical method code development for complex systems.

Research Interests