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Lasse Jensen is a Professor of Chemistry in the Eberly College of Science at Penn State University. His research focuses on theoretical chemistry, particularly in developing new methods for simulating metal-molecule interactions. Jensen's work aims to gain a fundamental understanding of the underlying physics and chemistry involved, with a significant interest in the optical properties of molecules interfacing with plasmonic nanomaterials. His research includes areas such as Molecular Plasmonics, where he utilizes metallic nanostructures to support surface plasmons for controlling and manipulating light at the nanoscale. This has potential applications in various fields including optical imaging, solar energy harvesting, and chemical sensing. A central theme of his work is to understand specific plasmon-molecule interactions that lead to unique linear and nonlinear optical properties, employing advanced theoretical methods to develop specialized tools for molecular plasmonics. In addition to his research, Jensen collaborates closely with experimental partners at Penn State and beyond to improve theoretical modeling and validate simulation predictions.
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