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Vladimir Pérez, Ph.D.

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Dr. Vladimir Pérez Veloz specializes in computational physics and chemistry, adopting a multidisciplinary approach that integrates statistical mechanics, quantum mechanics, bioinformatics, and physics education. His research addresses biological and physicochemical systems using advanced molecular dynamics and Monte Carlo methods, excelling in algorithm design, scientific software development, and specialized teaching. He possesses expert proficiency in simulation and programming tools applied to strategic projects such as bactericide design and nanoscale water purification. Additionally, he exercises active leadership in academic management, contributing to the consolidation of the Institute of Physics at the Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo.

Professional Experience

  • Director of the Institute of Physics, Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD) | December 2018 – Present.
  • Associate Professor (Escuela de Física), Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD) | January 2004 – Present.
  • Full Research Professor, Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) | June 2011 – July 2019.
  • Advisor to the Curriculum Department, Ministry of Education (MINERD) | November 2011 – May 2017.
  • Research Assistant, West Center for Computational Chemistry and Drug Design, University of the Sciences in Philadelphia | January 2008 – June 2011.
  • Research Assistant, Department of Physics, University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus | August 2005 – December 2007.
  • Teaching Assistant, Department of Physics, University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus | August 2006 – December 2007.
  • Teaching Assistant, Department of Physical Sciences, University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus | August 2004 – July 2005.
  • Student Teaching Assistant (Physics Monitor), School of Physics, Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD) | January 1999 – February 2004.

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