Rate My Professor Mark Gordon

The research of the Gordon group centers on developing highly parallel quantum chemistry methods and computational codes, including the widely used GAMESS (General Atomic and Molecular Electronic Structure System) program, to perform accurate calculations on large molecular systems. Applications include protein-substrate interactions, heterogeneous catalysis, deep eutectic solvents, solvent effects on chemical processes in ground and excited electronic states, and photochemical dynamics. Emphasis is placed on theoretical models for gas-phase and condensed-phase phenomena, as well as adaptations for massively parallel computers and novel architectures. Gordon has published over 780 papers in peer-reviewed journals, contributing significantly to computational quantum chemistry. His impact is evidenced by major awards such as the 2015 American Chemical Society Award in Theoretical Chemistry, the 2004 ACS Midwest Award, election to the International Academy of Quantum Molecular Science, and university honors including the Iowa State University Distinguished Achievement Citation. He has also contributed to editorial roles and public lectures in the field.