A JOURNEY THROUGH

MOLECULAR INTERACTIONS

Research

We focus on the development of non-aqueous environments for biomolecules, with a particular emphasis on deep eutectic solvents (DESs). By leveraging these unique environments, we aim to unlock new biomolecular functionalities and create innovative biomaterials. Our work also extends to the field of sustainable chemistry, where we strive to develop eco-friendly alternatives that contribute to building a better, more sustainable world.

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Biomolecular adaptation

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Non-aqueous biomaterials

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Sustainable assemblies

Publications

J.-F. Poon, A. Cabezon, A. Gulotta, N. Mahmoudi, S. Ulvenlund, R. Garcia Fandino and A. Sanchez-Fernandez
Chemical Science, 2025, DOI: 10.1039/D4SC08242G.
A. Sanchez-Fernandez, I. Insua, J. Montenegro.
Communications Chemistry, 2024, 7, 223.
A. Sanchez-Fernandez, J.-F. Poon, A. E. Leung, S. F. Prévost and C. Dicko.
ACS Nano, 2024, 18, 18314-18326.
J. Hjalte, C. Diehl, A. E. Leung, J.-F. Poon, L. Porcar, R. Dalgliesh, H. Sjögren, M. Wahlgren and A. Sanchez-Fernandez.
Journal of Colloid and Interface Science 2024, 672, 244-255.

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Dr. Adrian Sanchez-Fernandez

Adrian Sanchez-Fernandez leads descaffold as a Ramon y Cajal Fellow at the Center for Research in Biological Chemistry and Molecular Materials (CiQUS), USC.

His research interests range from the self-assembled systems to the behaviour of biomolecules in neoteric solvents.

The ultimate goal of his investigations is to develop the next generation of functional materials building upon a profound understanding of molecular interactions.