Name: Dr. Michael L Klein

Position: Professor

Research Description:

Description of Research Expertise:

Statistical mechanics, intermolecular interactions, simulation methodologies for modeling of condensed phases and biophysical systems: 

Quantum simulation methodologies 

Disordered systems, quantum solids and clustersStructural transformations in molecular solids and the effects of high-pressure

Structure and dynamics of molecular overlayers and ultrathin organic films

Microscopic wetting phenomena and lubrication

Ionic solvation and properties of polar fluids

Amphiphilic assemblies - surfactants, micelles and microemulsions

Membranes, membrane-bound peptides and proteins

Lab Memberships

Klein Laboratory for Research on the Structure of Matter (Principal Investigator/Director)

Contact Information

Address:
Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics
Perelman School of Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
USA