Professor Dr. James Shepherd

Biography

James Shepherd is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Michigan State University. His research interests revolve around developing advanced computational methods to study electron-electron interactions in metals and high-temperature chemistry. This includes bond breaking in small molecules, low-gap material in semiconductors, and reactions on surfaces with heterogeneous catalysts. He focuses on improving existing quantum methods for materials design and aims to enhance accuracy while making algorithms more accessible for routine use. His work also explores the modeling of complex electronic structures in novel materials and seeks to provide reliable computational tools for the scientific community. Additionally, Shepherd has been involved in high-temperature electron research and has made significant contributions to the understanding of finite-temperature behaviors in strongly interacting systems. His dedication to advancing electronic structure methods is evidenced by his collaborations and publications, which contribute to the field of high-accuracy computations in chemistry and materials science.

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