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Robert DiStasio Jr. is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at Cornell University. His research focuses on the development, implementation, and application of novel methodologies to extend the frontiers of electronic structure theory in complex condensed-phase environments. Utilizing computational techniques and quantum statistical mechanics, his research group addresses challenging problems in theoretical chemistry that are crucial for understanding fundamental systems and processes in various chemistry disciplines. This includes work in organic and inorganic chemistry, such as catalyst design and solvation effects, biochemistry focusing on the stability and function of proteins, enzymes, and DNA/RNA, as well as materials science involving molecular crystal polymorphism and the design of novel materials.
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