The Systems Chemistry department (part of the Institute for Molecules and Materials) focuses on the design and application of functional supramolecular structures to advance nanomedicine. The department consists of two research groups: Wilson group and Neumann lab.
Systems Chemistry
Department
Research
The research of Systems Chemistry is conducted by the Wilson group and the Neumann lab.
Wilson group
Our goal is to design functional supramolecular structures inspired by natural materials and processes, advancing nanomedicine through polymers and peptide/protein-based hybrid materials. We use techniques like controlled polymerisation and protein engineering to mimic biological processes, such as assembling biocatalysts in polymeric capsules (polymersomes). Our diverse team collaborates in a modern lab equipped with state-of-the-art tools like NMR, UV-VIS, electron microscopy, and mass spectrometry.
Neumann lab
Our group develops next-generation nanomedicines to tackle drug delivery challenges that traditional pharmaceuticals cannot address. We design complex macromolecular structures, such as new zwitterionic coatings, and synthesise drug molecules directly at the site of interest using highly functionalised polymer scaffolds. With a strong focus on peptide and protein chemistry, our interdisciplinary research combines organic and polymer chemistry with medicine to create innovative tools and building blocks for modern medicine.
Below are the professors and assistant professors of the department of Systems Chemistry. Chair of the department is Prof. Daniela Wilson.
Contact information
Location
Visiting address
Heyendaalseweg 1356525AJ Nijmegen
Postal address
Postbus 90106500GL NIJMEGEN