معرفی
Mehmed Ertem is a Researcher in the Chemistry Division at Brookhaven National Laboratory. His work focuses on computational studies of catalysis, particularly in artificial photosynthesis and energy conversion systems using transition metal complexes.
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of Minnesota (2012)
- M.S. in Chemistry, Bogazici University (2007)
- B.S. in Chemistry and Molecular Biology & Genetics (Double Major), Bogazici University (2005)
His research spans homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis for energy applications, including water splitting, CO2 reduction, and C-H activation. He combines quantum chemical methods with mechanistic analysis to study transition metal-based systems.
Recent publications highlight his expertise in computational catalysis, with particular emphasis on proton-responsive complexes, photochemical water oxidation, and hydricity of metal hydrides. His work bridges theoretical insights with experimental validation.
- Chemical Computing Group (CCG) Excellence Award (2010)
- Beaker and Bunsen Award (2010)
- Overend Award for Graduate Research in Physical Chemistry (2010)
- Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship (DDF) (2011)
- Award for Doctoral Thesis Excellence (2013)
- Honorable Mention for Best Dissertation Award (2013)
