Dr. Jhenny Galan

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Biography

Jhenny F. Galan is an Instructional Associate Professor in the Division of Foundational Sciences at Texas A&M University Galveston. She specializes in Physical Computational Chemistry with expertise in structure-function relationship studies of protein systems utilizing all-atom coarse-grain molecular dynamics simulations. Her research focuses on the validation of coarse-grain forcefield proteins, computational studies of membrane translocation abilities of heteroaromatic foldamers, and implications for drug delivery. Galan also investigates conformational preferences of aromatic oligoamide foldamers using theoretical methods, contributing significantly to the fields of computational chemistry, physical chemistry, and biophysical chemistry.

Research Interests

Experience

Instructional Associate Professor

2006-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M University Galveston • Galveston, TX

Teaching and research in Physical Computational Chemistry within the Division of Foundational Sciences.

Courses

CHEM 101: Fundamentals Chemistry CHEM 101 HNR: Fundamentals Chemistry Honors CHEM 102: Fundamentals Chemistry II CHEM 102 HNR: Fundamentals Chemistry II Honors CHEM 322: Physical Chemistry for Engineers CHEM 489: Physical Chemistry Laboratory MARS 360: Biochemistry MARS 428: Coastal Development and Human Health

Requirements for Texas A&M University Galveston

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely related field Undergraduate research experience (recommended)
Application Checklist
  • GraduateCAS Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts from all colleges attended
  • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Chemistry; GRE General and Subject scores are not required or expected for Fall 2026.