Henry Eyring Center for Theoretical Chemistry
Applying modern theoretical and computational techniques to address problems in chemical physics, materials chemistry, polymer science, medicinal and biological chemistry and biophysics.
Members & Groups
The Henry Eyring Center for Theoretical Chemistry consists of the following research groups.
Recent Research
A. K. Metya and V. Molinero
J. Am. Chem. Soc. 143 (2021) ASAP
In the News: "Organic crystals’ ice-forming superpowers"
P. M. Naullage, A. K. Metya, and V. Molinero
J. Chem. Phys. 153 (2020) 174106
AIP News "Ice-Binding Molecules Stop Ice Growth, Act as Natural Antifreeze"
E. D. Gadea, Y. A. Perez Sirkin, V. Molinero and D. A. Scherlis
J. Phys. Chem. Lett. 11 (2020) 6573–6579
Nature Reviews Chemistry highlight "Forever Bubbling Nanobubbles"
P. M. Naullage and V. Molinero
J. Am. Chem. Soc. 142 (2020) 4356–4366
In the News: "Polymers to the rescue! Saving cells from damaging ice"
Events
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May 25
Monday
Memorial Day
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May 29
Friday
12:30pm - 1:30pmLassonde Information Session and Tour (In-Person or Virtual)
Lassonde Studios (LSND)
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Jun 04
Thursday
2pm - 3pm2026 Research Tours: Utah Center for Vocology
Performing Arts Building (PAB)
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Jun 11
Thursday
2pm - 3pm2026 Summer Research Tours: Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA)
Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA)
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Jun 15
Monday
Juneteenth
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Jun 16
Tuesday
2pm - 3pm2026 Summer Research Tours: Linder Group (Nursing)
College of Nursing - Annette Poulson Cumming (CNB)