Kim K. Baldridge is an American theoretical and computational chemist who works to develop quantum mechanical methodologies and apply quantum chemical methods to problems in life sciences, materials science, and general studies.
She is professor and vice dean in the School of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology of Tianjin University in China, where she also directs the High Performance Computing Center.
[7] Much of Baldridge's research involves finding better ways to use quantum mechanical methodologies to study complex molecules.
[10] Baldridge has contributed to quantum mechanical computer programs such as GAMESS (US), QMView, and GEMSTONE.
[13] The award was won for her work in developing and applying quantum chemistry programs in molecular science, for pioneering women-in-science symposia, and for championing for chemical safety in China.