Self-assembly and 3D Additive Manufacturing

LP2 aims to develop next-generation molecular inks that can form hierarchically organized 3D materials, inspired by natural structures such as muscle fibers and wood. Using expertise in polymer and materials chemistry, we design tailor-made macromolecules that integrate key chemical functions directly into their sequence. With advanced light-based 3D printing, we transform these molecular designs into complex 3D architectures with tunable properties, porosity. A central challenge is to preserve nanoscale organization throughout the full printed object, ensuring that function is retained from the molecular up to the macroscopic level.

By linking molecular design with large-scale function, this project will establish a foundational materials platform with broad applicability across diverse areas and projects within 3DMM2O.