Jing Kong

Jing Kong is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). He holds a PhD from Dalhousie University (1996) and a BS from Nanjing University (1985). His research focuses on developing and applying Density Functional Theory (DFT) methods for molecules and materials, emphasizing DFT algorithms, functionals, high-performance computing, and applications in molecular biology, materials science, and chemical engineering. His work addresses challenges in electronic structure calculations, including nondynamic correlation and dispersion interactions. Kong's contributions include advancements in computational methods for quantum chemistry, as highlighted in his publications in journals like J. Chem. Phys. and J. Chem. Theor. Comp.. He is associated with the Q-Chem software package, contributing to its development for large-scale quantum calculations.

His research spans theoretical and computational studies, with notable contributions to improving DFT accuracy and efficiency through innovations in parallel computing and GPU utilization. Kong's team explores topics such as charge delocalization errors, exact exchange holes, and efficient numerical integration techniques. His work bridges fundamental theory with practical applications in material design and chemical engineering.