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Professor Goddard's research focuses on quantum chemistry, molecular dynamics, and statistical physics, utilizing simulation design for biological, polymer, ceramic, and metal systems. He explores reaction mechanisms in both homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis and predicts protein structure and function. His group is developing novel theories and methods to improve the understanding of chemical, biological, and materials systems from first principles, minimizing reliance on empirical data. The group's approach integrates quantum mechanics with longer-length scale methods, including molecular dynamics and macroscopic dynamics, to determine essential parameters for coarser descriptions. Current applications in biological engineering include research on G-protein coupled receptors, with significant advancements in predicting structures and mechanisms of agonist activation. His recent work focuses on various classes of G-protein coupled receptors and their role in pain relief, addiction, and other functions, facilitating a deeper understanding of their activation mechanisms.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Professor in Chemistry, Materials Science, and Applied Physics.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Ferkel Professor in Chemistry.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Professor in Chemistry and Applied Physics.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Associate Professor in Theoretical Chemistry.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Assistant Professor in Theoretical Chemistry.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Noyes Research Instructor.
California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, CA
Noyes Research Fellow in Chemistry.
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