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Jessica Parr is a Professor of Teaching in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Southern California. She completed her Ph.D. in Chemistry at USC in August 2007, following a B.A. in Chemistry with ACS Certification from Goucher College in May 2002. Her research focuses on the study of photodissociation dynamics in hydrogen-bonded complexes. Specific topics of interest include vibrational energy transfer, exit channel dynamics, and weakly-bound complexes. Parr has contributed to multiple journal articles published in notable journals, including 'The Journal of Physical Chemistry' and 'Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics', where she has co-authored research on state-specific vibrational predissociation and electronic Rydberg states. Throughout her career, she has received several accolades including the USC Mellon Mentoring Award (2014-2015), the WiSE: Hanna Reisler Mentorship Award (2013-2014), and multiple teaching excellence awards. She is dedicated to mentoring students and enhancing education in the field of Chemistry.
University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA
Professor of Teaching in the Department of Chemistry, focusing on education and research.
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