Frontier Functional Molecular Chemistry
Sasaki Laboratory
Reveal correlations between molecular assemblies and their functions
As observed in Mother Nature, molecular assembly is a driving force in obtaining functional molecules. Such functions incorporated in self-assembled structures are fascinating from the viewpoint of material development, whereas the correlation between assembled structures and their functions is still unclear. We approach this challenging area through interdisciplinary research.
Reveal the origin of functions of molecular assemblies
Molecules show different behaviors in solution, thin film, gel, and solid states. We will develop molecular assemblies showing various functions in different scales, to reveal correlations between assembled structures endowed with functions and their driving forces.
Conceptual illustration of functional molecular self-assemblies at different scales.
The reason I think "research might be my calling" is clear: simply put, "I never get bored with research." Everyone has different motivations for research, but in my case, I continue my research with the lifelong theme of "challenging the billions of years of life's history and conducting research that will change chemistry in 100 years." The forms and functions of life that have been selected over billions of years are intricately and precisely controlled. Many researchers are captivated by this complex mystery, and I am no exception. It might be presumptuous to say that I want to understand the origins of such functions, but I believe that if my research can in any way help unravel the billions of years of life's history, it might change chemistry in 100 years. Therefore, I face my research every day with this belief. I have no hobbies other than research, so choosing to continue my research at a university in academia seems to have been the right decision for my personality.
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Yui SASAKI
Research Area: Molecular recognition - Lecturer
＜As of April 2024＞
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