Michele Parrinello
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Professor Michele Parrinello is an Italian physicist particularly known for his work in molecular dynamics, the computer simulation of physical movements of atoms and molecules. Professor Parrinello’s transformative work, including the Parrinello-Rahman method, Car-Parrinello molecular dynamics, and metadynamics, has redefined simulations across physics, chemistry, and materials science, bridging theoretical and experimental disciplines.

To honor his enduring legacy in advancing computational science, MDPI is proud to establish the Michele Parrinello Award through the initiative of his former student, Professor Xin-Gao Gong. This biennial international award recognizes senior researchers who have made outstanding contributions to computational physical sciences, encompassing physics, chemistry, and materials science with particular emphasis on pioneering contributions to foundational science. By commemorating Professor Parrinello’s enduring impact, the award fosters continued progress in related fields, inspiring future generations of researchers to pursue excellence at the intersection of computation and other fields.

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Institute for Computational Physical Science, Fudan University