David Limmer

David Limmer is an Associate Professor in Chemistry at the University of California, Berkeley, with affiliations at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Materials Sciences and Chemical Sciences Divisions). He holds the Kavli Energy NanoScience Institute fellowship and serves as a Faculty Member in the Biophysics Graduate Group.

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering (2008) from New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
• Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry (2013) from UC Berkeley
• Postdoctoral Fellow at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (2013) and Princeton Center for Theoretical Science (2013-2016)

His research focuses on theoretical chemistry, emphasizing non-equilibrium systems and complex condensed phase materials. He employs contemporary principles from theoretical sciences to develop advanced models and methods.

Scientific Awards & Honors

• DOE Early Career Researcher (2019-2024)
• Alfred P. Sloan Fellow (2021-2023)
• Donald N Noyce Prize Winner (2022)
• CECAM-US-WEST Node Director (2025-)

His academic journey includes roles as Chevron Chair in Chemistry (2016-2022) and ongoing contributions to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of chemistry and physics.