The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) received a $446,328 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Chemical Theory, Models and Computational Methods program under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CFDA 47.049) Federal Grant Program. The funding supports UNR faculty member Sergey Varganov's research to develop a novel computational methodology called the Nonadiabatic Molecular Dynamics and Dynamic Ligand Field (NAMD-DLF) method. This approach will simulate the behavior of lanthanide-containing molecules after exposure to light, with the goal of improving the efficiency of light emission for applications in solar energy, medical imaging, and optical telecommunications. As part of the broader impact, the project will create 3D-printed models of molecular potential energy surfaces to enhance chemistry instruction and outreach. The award period runs from August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2027.
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