opinions my own | quantum chem prof and VP & grad dean @ UC Merced | postdoc @ Indiana | PhD @ Wayne State | BS @ Eastern Mich U | Mich native

Merced, CA
Joined April 2015
Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
The University of California is home to the nation’s No. 1 public university (twice)! 🥇 @UCBerkeley and @UCLA are tied for America’s #1 public university in the new 2027 Best Colleges rankings, released today (Sept. 22) by @usnews.
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
🔔 We are hiring! 🔔 We are looking for great colleagues doing curiosity driven research at the molecular level across broad areas of science. Please consider applying and spread the word! recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF1130…
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🚨 We’re hiring! 🚨 The Findlater Group @ucmerced is looking for a postdoc interested in organometallic chemistry and catalysis. We would also love anyone with f-element separation background! 📍 UC Merced 📅 Start: Jan. 2027 ⏰ Apply by Oct. 1 aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF02… Please RT!
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
Stanford Science Fellowships 2027: Fully Funded Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in the ... - Stanford University is accepting applications for the 2027 Stanford Science Fellowships, a prestigious fully funded postdoctoral programme for ... - ift.tt/oT2ZgVE
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
COMP friends, we’re getting social at #ACSFall2026! 🍕🍻 Join us Sunday night for food, drinks, and a chance to catch up with the computational chemistry community. 📅 Sunday, August 23 🕖 7–10 PM COMP membership + ticket required. See you there! 🧪💻
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
2027 HHMI Gilliam Fellowship Competition Opens With Major Eligibility, Funding and ... - The updated competition includes expanded eligibility criteria, increased financial support, a revised application timeline, and a new postdoctoral ... - ift.tt/mZH65tc
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
Is college worth the investment? UC just released new data, and the numbers are clear. UC bachelor’s degree-holders have higher earnings when compared to the median for bachelor’s degree-holders in California. Read more and see the full report here: bit.ly/4wPhTVe
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
🚨 HIRING ALERT 🚨 we will be searching this Fall for TWO BIOCHEMISTS - one open rank position and one assistant professor position to support our new and growing Biochemistry major @UCMChemistry here @ucmerced @UCMerced_NatSci - stay tuned for the official ads!!!
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
Join the MolSSI AI-Assisted Development Best Practices Workshop (July 27-28, 2026)! - mailchi.mp/molssi.org/upcomi…
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Congrats to our newest @ucmgraddiv alumni! Fiat Lux!
UC Merced commencement celebrations kicked off Friday with our master’s and doctoral graduates! Congratulations Bobcats! 🎓
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
UC Merced commencement celebrations kicked off Friday with our master’s and doctoral graduates! Congratulations Bobcats! 🎓
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
ICYMI, it's time to take @UCMerced seriously. Out of 584 eligible colleges and universities, UC Merced is #14 on @WSJ's 2026 Best Colleges in America rankings. These rankings are based on student outcomes, learning environment and diversity.
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
Last year, funding for @ucsandiego’s role in a 26-site Alzheimer’s study was unexpectedly terminated. Funding for science fuels breakthroughs. Without it, progress is at risk. Urge your lawmakers to vote YES on the California Science and Health Research Bond Act #SB895 to defend UC research and breakthroughs.
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
BOBCAT DAY IS COMING UP🎉 Join us at UC Merced on Saturday April 18! We can’t wait to see you there🥳 #UCMerced #GoToUCMerced #GoBobcats #BobcatDay
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
Advance your career in chemistry by applying for the Pfizer Emergent Leader Award. This opportunity supports graduate students and postdoctoral researchers with funding, recognition, and professional networking. Apply by May 15, 2026.
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
The University of California leads all universities in one of science’s highest honors: UC has the most newly elected fellows to the American Association for the Advancement of Science @aaas, the world’s largest general scientific society. bit.ly/3Okq0Iz
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
Micah Oeur is a @ucmerced student studying #Physics. She specializes in cosmology, utilizing advanced simulations to investigate the structure and composition of various galaxies. #ARCSNCC @ARCSFoundation
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
Trust can change everything in healthcare. New UC Merced research highlights how community health workers are helping build stronger connections between patients and providers across the San Joaquin Valley. Read more here 🔗 ucm.edu/gn41mc
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
Come join us @uwinnipeg Chemistry! Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry. Submit by April 20 for full consideration. Please share widely and DM or email me if you would like more info. #chemjobs #facultychemjobs
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Hrant P. Hratchian @hphratchian.bsky.social retweeted
📣 Nominations are open for @ACSPHYSDivision’s 2026 Undergraduate Award in Physical Chemistry, honoring exceptional physical chemistry students. Nominate the standout student from your institution by June 15 using the 2nd link! 🔗 phys-acs.org/undergraduate-a… docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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