Matthew Tirrell, founding Pritzker Director of the institute
Eckhardt Center, future home of the institute and sections of the Physical Sciences Division
The product of research collaboration between scientists at Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Chicago, this stylized image is a snapshot of how molecules organize themselves in films.
The new Institute for Molecular Engineering explores innovative technologies that address fundamental societal problems through advances in nanoscale manipulation and design at a molecular scale.
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Protein crystals and X-ray beams from a research group
Professor Erin Adams explores the structure of proteins.
Addressing Societal Problems with Molecular Science
With renowned scientists from around the world, the Institute for Molecular Engineering is defining a nascent field of study that that has the potential to address fundamental problems of societal import. The Institute was created in partnership with Argonne National Laboratory and builds on the tradition of collaboration and cutting-edge research well established at Argonne and the University.
The institute conducts research at the intersection of chemical, electrical, mechanical, and biological engineering as well as materials, biological, and physical sciences. The institute's work exploring innovative technologies in nanoscale manipulation and design at a molecular scale has the potential for societal impact in such areas as energy, health care, and the environment.
NEWS AND EVENTS
- Shearing triggers odd behavior in microscopic particles
- Matthew Tirrell awarded 2012 Polymer Prize by the American Physical Society
- American Chemical Society to present Arthur W. Adamson Award to Steven Sibener
- Spontaneous multilayer formation in helix-forming brushes (Macromolecules)
- Matthew Tirrell named founding director of Institute for Molecular Engineering