معرفی
Dr. Chérif F. Matta is a Professor of Chemistry & Physics at Mount Saint Vincent University (Canada), specializing in theoretical and computational chemistry. His research focuses on quantum biochemistry, electron localization-delocalization matrices (LDMs), and mitochondrial ATP synthase mechanisms. He holds multiple fellowships including FAAAS, FRSB, FInstP, and FRSC.
Education:
- PhD in Chemistry (2002), McMaster University
- Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (2009), Université de Lorraine
- Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (1987), Alexandria University
- Postdoctoral training under Nobel laureate John Polanyi and Russell Boyd
Research Interests:
- Quantum chemical topology (QTAIM)
- Mitochondrial biophysics
- Diffuse interstellar bands (DIBs)
- Prebiotic chemistry
- Quantum crystallography
Awards:
- Over 20 prestigious awards including the John Charles Polanyi Prize
- 2021 Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
- 2016 Lady Davis Visiting Professorship in Israel
Professional Service:
- Tri-Council of Canada member (2018–2022)
- Chair of Chemical Institute of Canada's accreditation (2021–2024)
- Guest editor for multiple special journal issues
Labs/Teams: Leads the theoretical biophysics and quantum chemistry research group, collaborating globally on mitochondrial function and astrochemical studies.
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