J. Robert Oppenheimer's early work revolutionized the field of quantum chemistry, and his theory is still used today

The release of the film "Oppenheimer," in July 2023, has renewed interest in the enigmatic scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer's life. While Oppenheimer will always be recognized as the father of the atomic bomb, his early contributions to quantum mechanics form the bedrock of modern quantum chemistry. His work still informs how scientists think about the structure of molecules today.