
Position Title
Assistant Professor
Position Title
Assistant Professor
- Chemical Engineering
3100 Bainer
Bio
Dr. Kulkarni's research uses multi-scale molecular modeling methods to design and discover novel materials for applications in catalysis, separations and sensing. Specifically, we combine wave function theory, density functional theory and classical force field simulations with data science techniques to study complex phenomena such as aqueous-phase reactions, material syntheses and deactivation, hybrid catalysts and disordered materials. By generating fundamental, molecular level insight, in collaboration with experimental groups, our work finds applications in diverse areas such as methane upgradation, fuel cells and next-generation sensors.