Dr. Emily Carter Closed Now

• Dr. Emily Carter is one of the most influential scientists in the field of theoretical chemistry and sustainable energy innovation. An American quantum chemist and former Dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Science at Princeton University, she is globally recognized for her pioneering research on quantum mechanics applications in energy and materials design.

She earned her Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Caltech and has since published over 400 scientific papers. Dr. Carter’s work lies at the intersection of physics, chemistry, and engineering, particularly focusing on how quantum theory can guide the development of clean fuels, solar energy harvesting, and energy-efficient materials.

From 2019 to 2023, Dr. Carter served as the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost at UCLA, where she championed interdisciplinary research in climate technology and computational sustainability. During this time, she led initiatives to incorporate AI-driven materials discovery into the university’s clean energy programs.

She is also a senior advisor at the Department of Energy’s Basic Energy Sciences program, where she contributes to long-term national strategies for decarbonization and quantum innovation.

Dr. Carter has received numerous accolades, including election to the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Her work has been recognized with the Hirschfelder Prize in Theoretical Chemistry and the Joseph O. Hirschfelder Award.

A fierce advocate for women in STEM, she mentors young scientists globally and frequently speaks on equity in academia. She believes the path to planetary survival lies in uniting fundamental science with policy and community action.