The research in the Computational Soft Matter Group revolves around using the tools rooted in thermodynamics and statistical physics to understand phase transitions in nature. We apply these techniques to a wide range of systems, including ice formation in the atmosphere, hydrate nucleation, protein aggregation and colloidal crystallization. Here are some active projects that we are pursuing at the moment.
Research News
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35. Introduction to Computational and Theoretical Studies Focused on Self-Assembly and Molecular Organization
Escobedo F. A., Haji-Akbari, A., Sharma, S. J. Chem. Theory Comput. 2024, 20, 4, 1503–1504
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34. Divergence among Local Structure, Dynamics, and Nucleation Outcome in Heterogeneous Nucleation of Close-Packed Crystals
Domingues T. S, Hussain S., Haji-Akbari, A. J. Phys. Chem. Lett. 2024, 15, 5, 1279–1287.
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33. Ideal conductor/dielectric model (ICDM): A generalized technique to correct for finite-size effects in molecular simulations of hindered ion transport
Shoemaker B. A., Haji-Akbari A. J. Chem. Phys. 2024, 160: 024116.