This course focuses on the art and science of computer simulations of physical, (bio)chemical, and materials systems. The topics include ab initio quantum chemical methods, density functional theory, molecular mechanics, molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo, free-energy simulations, and machine learning.

An introduction to the methods used for determining reaction mechanisms in organic chemistry and the application of those methods for determining the mechanisms of reactions based on ionic processes.

Structural Biology is a multidisciplinary field that combines techniques from biology, chemistry, and physics to understand the molecular architecture of biological macromolecules. This course provides an in-depth exploration of structural biology, focusing on the principles, techniques, and applications of structural determination. There will be a comprehensive exploration of structural biology, encompassing various levels of protein structure from primary to quaternary, as well as the intricate three-dimensional structures of proteins in complex with ligands.

This course covers the history of whole genome sequencing and the technologies that have enabled whole genome sequencing to become commonplace. Additionally, the basic bioinformatic tools for analyzing raw sequencing data are discussed.

A course exploring a topic not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

A course exploring a topic not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Presentation and discussion of current research by faculty from other institutions. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Student presentations and discussion of current research by students and faculty in the same traditional division of chemistry. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

A faculty-supervised course culminating in a comprehensive paper or research proposal that integrates knowledge attained through coursework, research, and experience. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a doctoral dissertation. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.