Supramolecular Materials

Welcome to the Beyeh Laboratory

Our research lies at the interface of structural, synthetic, and supramolecular chemistry, as well as biomaterials and materials science. We are particularly interested in understanding and exploiting weak noncovalent interactions to design complex chemical systems with applications in materials science, biotechnology, and biomedicine.

Our current research focuses on:

1. Designing functional organic macrocycles as molecular receptors, therapeutic agents, and chemical sensors for biologically relevant analytes.
2. Harnessing halogen bonding to create supramolecular and macromolecular materials with tunable structures and properties.
3. Developing amphiphilic macrocycles as next-generation asphaltene dispersants for improving crude oil flow and addressing challenges in the petroleum industry.

Our research is inherently interdisciplinary, bridging chemistry, polymer science, materials science, and biology. By integrating molecular design, synthesis, and advanced characterization, we seek to develop innovative functional materials that address fundamental scientific questions while enabling solutions to challenges in energy, healthcare, and environmental sustainability.

To learn more, please visit the Research Page of our website