Molecular Design and Synthesis

Integrating the design, synthesis and characterisation of both organic and inorganic molecules.

We design, synthesise and characterise organic and inorganic molecules to answer fundamental scientific questions and address emerging technological challenges.

Our research brings together expertise from across synthetic chemistry with advanced analytical and computational tools. This combination allows us to create complex molecular systems with precisely tailored properties and understand how they behave.

We work at the forefront of molecular design, developing the molecules, materials and compounds that underpin advances in healthcare, energy technologies and the chemical sciences.

Research

Developing new synthetic methods and technologies

We develop innovative synthetic methodologies and enabling technologies that expand the possibilities of modern chemistry.

Our research includes:

Flow chemistry
Mechanochemistry
Electroorganic synthesis
Automation and robotics
Artificial intelligence
Machine learning

By combining these approaches, we accelerate molecular discovery, improve synthetic efficiency and optimise chemical processes.

Molecules, materials and applications

We apply our expertise across a broad range of research areas, including:

Biologically active molecules
Catalysts
Functional materials
Molecular systems with tailored properties

Our work helps deliver new knowledge and practical solutions to challenges facing society and industry.

Working across disciplines

We collaborate closely with researchers in:

Catalysis
Biological chemistry
Materials science
Computational chemistry

These partnerships connect fundamental discovery with real-world impact and help us tackle complex scientific challenges from multiple perspectives.

Advancing sustainable synthesis

We place sustainability at the centre of our research.

We develop synthetic methods that reduce waste, improve reaction efficiency and support more environmentally responsible manufacturing. Through smarter and more sustainable chemistry, we help drive innovation across healthcare, materials and energy technologies.