Dynamics and Functionalization of Self-Organized Supramolecular Polymers

Research Project Outline

We are going to construct various supramolecular polymers by self-organization using host-guest interactions. We are going to use cyclodextrins, photo-responsive proteins, and antibodies (immunoglobulins) as host molecules, and photo-responsive molecules, redox-responsive compounds as guest molecules. We are planning to devise a system in which a molecular part slides each other to cause contraction and extension. Furthermore, we are going to make supramolecular catalytic systems, energy-conversion systems, supramolecular sensor and transport systems.