Andreas Görling

Prof. Dr. Andreas Görling is a distinguished theoretical chemist at the Chair of Theoretical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg. His research bridges quantum chemistry, materials science, and catalysis through advanced computational frameworks.

His scientific contributions focus on Density Functional Theory (DFT) and its derivatives, including σ-functionals for correlation energy calculations, Kohn-Sham inversion techniques, and excitation energy accuracy. His group investigates ionic liquid interactions with metal surfaces (Pt(111), Au(111)), catalyst restructuring mechanisms, and electronic structure of nanomaterials like graphene nanoribbons and cycloparaphenylenes.

Recent publications (2024-2025) highlight his expertise in quantum mechanical modeling of catalytic systems, self-consistent RPA methods, and supramolecular complexation of fullerenes. His work spans electronic response properties, metal-organic interfaces, and liquid metal alloy dynamics, with applications in energy storage (MOST systems), hydrogen carriers, and surface science.