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About Peter J. Reilly

Peter Reilly and his research group work in biochemical engineering, and more specifically in using molecular mechanics, molecular dynamics and quantum mechanics to explore the interactions between substrates and enzyme active sites. They construct and maintain the database that lists the amino acid sequences and three-dimensional (tertiary) structures of the members of the eight enzyme groups that participate in the fatty acid/polyketide synthesis cycle. They determine the phylogenetics of members of these enzyme groups and of the families that comprise them. They also produce, purify and crystallize cellulases to obtain their tertiary structures and kinetic properties.

Positions

Present Anson Marston Distinguished Professor, Chemical and Biological Engineering, Iowa State University
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Honors and Awards

  • Irish Education 100 Award, 2011
  • Faculty Citation, Iowa State University Alumni Association, 1997
  • Phi Kappa Phi Centennial Medalist, 1997
  • Archer Daniels Midland/Protein & Co-Products Division Award, American Oil Chemists’ Society, 1997
  • David R. Boylan Eminent Faculty Award in Research, College of Engineering, Iowa State University, 1996
  • National Faculty Award, Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars, 1995
  • Faculty Award, Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars, Alpha Delta Chapter, 1994–95
  • Fellow, American Institute of Chemical Engineers, 1991
  • Wilton Park International Service Award, Iowa State University, 1986
  • Outstanding Academic Advising Award, Student Alumni Association, Iowa State University, 1983
  • Outstanding Teacher Award, College of Engineering, Iowa State University, 1982
  • H. A. Webber Award, Department of Chemical Engineering, Iowa State University, 1980


Contact Information

2031 Sweeney
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011-2230

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