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4.Muntaha Tamknat UL4.Graduate Student
4.Supramolecular Chemistry, Topological Supramolecular Structures, Mechanically Interlocked molecules
Affiliations
Hiroshima University, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Chemistry Program, D1
Bio
Tamknat ul Muntaha is a researcher affiliated with the International Institute for Sustainability with Knotted Chiral Meta Matter (WPI-SKCM²), with a research focus in supramolecular chemistry, host guest chemistry, and topological molecular systems. Her current research centers on the development of topological supramolecular structures based on trisresorcinarene cavitands through tunable host-guest complexation. By designing macrocyclic host systems with pre-organized cavities, her work explores the construction of mechanically interlocked architectures such as rotaxanes, catenanes, and other topology oriented supramolecular assemblies.
Her research further investigates how molecular recognition, topology and chirality influence the structural and mechanical properties of supramolecular systems. In addition to experimental synthesis and characterization, she is interested in applying theoretical approaches, including DFT and molecular mechanics calculations, to gain mechanistic insight into supramolecular topology and molecular motion. More broadly, her work aims to contribute to the development of advanced functional materials and expand the understanding of chiral topological supramolecular chemistry.
Mentor ：Takeharu Haino
Co-Mentor ：Hiroshi Sato
Co-Mentor ： Shinichi Tate
What I like about my science
I am fascinated by the ability of supramolecular systems to organize into complex and functional topological architectures through noncovalent interactions. What particularly excites me is exploring how molecular recognition, chirality and topology can be combined to create new forms of mechanically interlocked structures with unique properties. I enjoy the challenge of designing and synthesizing molecular systems that bridge fundamental chemistry with emerging concepts in advanced materials and topological science.
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Her research further investigates how molecular recognition, topology and chirality influence the structural and mechanical properties of supramolecular systems. In addition to experimental synthesis and characterization, she is interested in applying theoretical approaches, including DFT and molecular mechanics calculations, to gain mechanistic insight into supramolecular topology and molecular motion. More broadly, her work aims to contribute to the development of advanced functional materials and expand the understanding of chiral topological supramolecular chemistry.
Mentor ：Takeharu Haino
Co-Mentor ：Hiroshi Sato
Co-Mentor ： Shinichi Tate
What I like about my science
I am fascinated by the ability of supramolecular systems to organize into complex and functional topological architectures through noncovalent interactions. What particularly excites me is exploring how molecular recognition, chirality and topology can be combined to create new forms of mechanically interlocked structures with unique properties. I enjoy the challenge of designing and synthesizing molecular systems that bridge fundamental chemistry with emerging concepts in advanced materials and topological science.
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