Dr. Gren Patey

Biography

Gren N Patey is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on theoretical studies of liquids, solutions, and molecular clusters, with particular attention to systems involving highly non-spherical particles. His work aims to investigate the equilibrium and dynamical properties of these systems by applying general theoretical methods along with exact computer simulation techniques. He is currently developing theories for ionic solutions at bulk and surface metal electrodes while exploring the dynamics of ion solvation and the forces acting on immersed macroscopic objects. Patey is also interested in understanding the chemical and physical phenomena that occur at solution interfaces, as these are crucial for various chemical reactions that depend on solvent properties and ionic species dynamics. His additional research involves computer simulations of phase behavior in liquid crystals, notably ferroelectric nematics, where he is defining the necessary molecular parameters for their existence. These studies are motivated by potential applications in electro-optical devices.

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