Dr. Tom Kirchner

Biography

Tom Kirchner is a Full Professor and Research Stream Chair in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at York University. His research focuses on interactions in atomic and molecular few-body systems as well as the fragmentation of molecules under ionization processes. He employs density functional theory and both non-perturbative and perturbative quantum methods to describe the dynamics of these systems. Tom's work is particularly concerned with ionization fragmentation in multi-center molecules and its implications for radiation damage in biological tissues. With a keen interest in time-resolved quantum dynamics, he aims to contribute to a microscopic understanding of these processes. His research not only has fundamental importance but also looks into practical applications in various fields such as plasma diagnostics and radiation biology. Over the years, Tom has participated in numerous projects, contributing to the theoretical analysis and computational aspects of complex quantum systems. He seeks to further explore transitions in correlated collective dynamics over time.

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