Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry

Supramolecular Polymer Chemistry

Using molecular self-assembly we build supramolecular polymers that derive their functionality from responsivity to molecular or mechanical stimuli and from their structure at the nanometer length scale.

Smart polymeric materials as a result of sophisticated supramolecular interactions

At the Supramolecular Polymer Chemistry group at Eindhoven University of Technology we develop molecular self-assembly as a tool to create smart, responsive materials. The study of mechanically induced chemistry is one of our main activities. Also, as part of a coherent, interdisciplinary research program at TU/e, we contribute to the development and characterization of biocompatible synthetic materials that are mechanically indistinguishable from biological materials. Thirdly, we exploit photopolymerizable liquid crystalline materials to develop responsive and thin films, and nanoporous membranes. Finally, we explore the chemistry of dynamic covalent polymer networks for 3D printing and other applications.

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Management & Office Assistant

Martina Jiricka

E: m.jiricka@tue.nl

T: +31 (0)40 247 8260

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  • Visiting address

    Helix (STO 4.33)
    Het Kranenveld 14
    Eindhoven
    Netherlands
  • Postal address

    Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry
    P.O. Box 513
    5600 MB Eindhoven
    Netherlands
  • Postal address

    Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry
    P.O. Box 513
    5600 MB Eindhoven
    Netherlands
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