David Grimes

David Grimes serves as an Instructor and Digital Learning Lab Fellow in MIT's Department of Chemistry, where he combines his expertise in physical chemistry with innovative educational approaches. After earning his BA in Chemistry from Amherst College and PhD in Physical Chemistry from MIT, he has established himself as a dedicated educator specializing in both undergraduate and graduate-level instruction. His teaching portfolio includes general chemistry, undergraduate thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics at both undergraduate and graduate levels. As a Digital Learning Lab Fellow, he focuses on developing and implementing innovative teaching methods that enhance student learning through technology integration. His work bridges traditional chemistry education with modern digital learning tools, helping to transform how complex chemical concepts are taught and understood in both classroom and online environments.