Hua Guo

Hua Guo is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of New Mexico, specializing in theoretical and computational chemistry. His work bridges quantum mechanics and reaction dynamics to unravel molecular processes in extreme environments.

• Education: B.S. (Chengdu Institute of Electronic Engineering), M.S. (Sichuan University), Ph.D. (University of Sussex), Postdoc (Northwestern University).

His research focuses on electronic and vibrational spectra and reaction dynamics of polyatomic systems, particularly in interstellar clouds, combustion, and heterogeneous catalysis. Advanced quantum mechanical tools are employed to explore nonadiabatic effects, conical intersections, and surface reaction mechanisms.

Recent publications highlight his contributions to ring polymer dynamics, quantum interference in molecule-surface scattering, and spin-forbidden reaction pathways. Collaborations span institutions like Swansea University, Complutense University of Madrid, and Max Planck Institutes.

Notable trends: 2025 work emphasizes transition state signatures, machine learning solvers for quantum equations, and CO2 activation for energy conversion.