About SuNaLab – Supramolecular and Nanostructured Materials Laboratory
Since its foundation, our research group has applied tools from physical organic chemistry to the study of reaction mechanisms and their application in the synthesis of new molecular structures and supramolecular assemblies.
Our early work focused on the kinetics and mechanism of aromatic nucleophilic substitution reactions. Over time, our research expanded to include the physicochemical study of cyclodextrins (CDs) and other molecular receptors, and their effects on various organic reactions. More recently, we have ventured into the design, synthesis, and application of nanostructured materials, incorporating a multidisciplinary approach.
A Multicultural, Collaborative Environment
SuNaLab is composed of researchers with international experience and students from various countries, creating a multicultural and dynamic learning environment. All group members are actively involved in undergraduate teaching at the Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (UNC), where many enthusiastic students are introduced to research and begin collaborating in our lab.
We maintain active collaborations with internationally renowned institutions, including:
- Instituto de Tecnología Química (ITQ) and Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM), Spain
- Centre for Supramolecular Chemistry Research, University of Cape Town (UCT), and Rhodes University, South Africa
- National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS), Japan
- University of California, Berkeley (UCB), USA
These partnerships not only enrich our research but also provide valuable exchange opportunities and exposure to diverse scientific strategies.
Commitment to Green Chemistry
Aligned with the principles of sustainable science, we strive to integrate the 12 principles of green chemistry into our research whenever possible. For over a decade, our PhD and postdoctoral students have participated in the Green Chemistry Summer School organized by the American Chemical Society (ACS), further strengthening our commitment to environmentally responsible research.
Join Us
Our multicultural nature, international collaborations, and commitment to impactful research make SuNaLab an ideal place for motivated students and researchers seeking to develop high-level scientific projects with both academic and societal relevance.
Currently, our team includes:
- 7 faculty members from UNC and CONICET researchers
- 2 postdoctoral researchers
- 10 PhD students
All are engaged in interconnected research topics, which we describe briefly below:
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