Advancing Molecular Design Through Predictive Modeling
CMDD leverages advanced molecular modeling and bioinformatics to develop predictive tools for novel biomedical solutions.
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Our Focus
Advancing biomedical research through bioinformatics, molecular modeling, and interdisciplinary scientific collaboration and innovation.
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Our Mission
Developing predictive molecular modeling tools while supporting research on under-studied diseases and training future computational scientists.
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Support
Supporting innovative biomedical research through grants, private contributions, and advanced computational resources.
Latest Research
Meet CMDD Director
Dr. Jerry Darsey is Professor of Chemistry at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and Adjunct Professor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. His research centers on computational molecular modeling, artificial intelligence–driven drug design, bioinformatics, and nanotechnology. He is an inventor on seven U.S. patents, has authored over 130 scientific publications, and has secured more than $2.5 million in external research funding from agencies including NASA and the Department of Energy.
Research & Innovation
The Center for Molecular Design and Development advances interdisciplinary research in computational molecular modeling and bioinformatics.
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Get in Touch
(Center for Molecular Design and Development) 2801 South University Avenue, Little Rock, AR, 72204
jadarsey@ualr.edu
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