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Todor Gounev is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), within the School of Science and Engineering. He has been an integral part of the chemistry faculty since 1995, initially joining as an Assistant Professor and being promoted to his current rank. He holds a Ph.D. in Physical/Analytical Chemistry from the University of South Carolina (1995), and earlier degrees from Sofia University in Bulgaria.
- Ph.D.: Physical/Analytical Chemistry, University of South Carolina (1995)
- M.S.: Physical/Theoretical Chemistry, University of Sofia, Bulgaria (1991)
- B.S.: Chemistry, University of Sofia, Bulgaria (1990)
Professor Gounev's primary academic responsibility is teaching the foundational General Chemistry I and II courses (CHEM 211/212), for which he develops comprehensive course materials, including syllabi, lecture notes, animations, and sample tests. His earlier research centered on the vibrational and rotational spectra, conformational stability, and molecular structure of model compounds, with a strong emphasis on Infrared and Raman spectroscopy. He also served as the Director of the Spectroscopy Lab at UMKC.
While no recent publications or articles are listed in the provided text, his course content and history suggest a long-standing dedication to chemical education and the dissemination of core chemical principles. There is no mention of scientific awards or specific student advisees in the available information.
He is actively involved in course administration, utilizing online platforms like WebAssign, Canvas, and Zoom for homework, exams, and lectures. He maintains regular office hours and provides extensive online resources for student support, demonstrating a strong commitment to student success.
Professor Gounev is not described as retired, deceased, or a former staff member, and there is no indication of a part-time appointment; he is a permanent, active faculty member.
