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Inspiring Research

Professor Axel Becke, FRS, Killam Chair in Computational Science, won the 2009 John C. Polanyi Award of the CSC, one of the most prestigious awards given in Canada for excellence in research. His research on density functional theory has inspired researchers throughout the world and has resulted in Axel becoming the most-cited author in the chemical literature.
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Inspiring Teaching

Peter Wentzell has long been recognized by students and members in the Department of Chemistry as one of the most dedicated and effective teachers on campus. Their view has been affirmed by Peter becoming the latest recipient of the Faculty of Science Award for Excellence in Teaching. Students provided many letters in support of this award, describing him as “a gifted teacher” with a "special ability to inspire students. 
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