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Hugo Guterres, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Saint Peter's University. He specializes in computational chemistry and structural biology, focusing on oncogenic proteins and drug design. Dr. Guterres holds a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Richmond and a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Northeastern University. His postdoctoral research at Lehigh University involved developing computational tools for computer-aided drug design (CADD).
His research interests include molecular dynamics simulations, protein-ligand interactions, and solution scattering methods. He has contributed to advancing computational workflows like CHARMM-GUI for drug discovery and structural biology applications. His work often addresses oncogenic proteins such as Ras and their roles in cancer signaling.
Dr. Guterres teaches advanced chemistry courses including Biochemistry I & II, Physical Chemistry I, and lab courses. He emphasizes inclusive, adaptable teaching methods to support student learning. His publications span structural bioinformatics, drug transport mechanisms, and oncogenic protein dynamics, with contributions to journals like Journal of Chemical Information and Modeling and Biophysical Journal.
Though no formal awards are listed, his active research in computational drug design and structural biology reflects significant scholarly contributions. His work bridges theoretical and applied chemistry, with implications for cancer research and pharmaceutical development.
