William G.
About William G.
William G. is a Molecular Dynamics Research Scientist with expertise in alchemical free energy calculations and molecular dynamics simulations for drug discovery. He has held research positions at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and the University of Oxford, and he currently works at Exscientia.
Work at Exscientia
William G. currently serves as a Molecular Dynamics Research Scientist at Exscientia, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on applying his expertise in molecular dynamics simulations and alchemical free energy calculations to advance drug discovery efforts. His work contributes to the development of innovative therapeutic solutions through computational methods.
Previous Experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Prior to his current role, William G. worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure in New York, he engaged in research that supported cancer treatment advancements, leveraging his background in molecular dynamics and computational chemistry.
Education and Expertise
William G. earned his DPhil in Theoretical & Computational Chemistry - Biophysics from the University of Oxford, where he studied from 2016 to 2020. He also holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Theoretical & Computational Chemistry from the University of Oxford, completed in 2016. His foundational education includes an MChem in Chemistry from Cardiff University, obtained from 2011 to 2015. His expertise encompasses alchemical free energy calculations, molecular dynamics simulations, and various simulation techniques, including quantum chemical methods and coarse-grained simulations.
Research Focus During DPhil Studies
During his DPhil studies at the University of Oxford, William G. investigated membrane protein dynamics and organization. This research contributed to the understanding of protein behavior in biological membranes, which is critical for drug discovery and development.