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Nathan I. Hammer is a Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Mississippi, holding the Margaret McLean Coulter Professorship. He specializes in laser-based molecular spectroscopy, focusing on non-covalent interactions and material properties, with over 100 publications and $7M+ in NSF grants. His research bridges experimental and theoretical approaches to study molecular systems.
- Education: BS in Chemistry (University of Tennessee, 1998), PhD in Physical Chemistry & Chemical Physics (University of Tennessee, 2003)
His work spans ultrafast spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and computational chemistry, with notable contributions to quantum dot nanostructures, chiroptical responses, and organic light emitting diode (OLED) defects. He developed an award-winning summer research program for undergraduates and has mentored over 100 students.
- Science magazine breakthrough (2004)
- NSF CAREER Award (2010)
- NSF grant recipient (7 grants, >$7M total)
Hammer teaches general chemistry, physical chemistry courses, and laboratories, while coordinating the ACS-certified B.S. Chemistry degree program. He chairs the Ole Miss Local Section of the American Chemical Society and oversees annual student awards banquets.
