SAFN Lab

The Self-Assembled Functional Nanomaterials (SAFN) group led by Prof. Mu-Ping Nieh focuses on the research to develop experimental approaches, e.g., scattering and microscopy, to probe nano- or micro-structures of the materials that have advanced, unique functions. Through these researches, we aim to (1) understand the structure-function relationships of functional materials, (2) predict the self-assembling morphology based on molecular architecture and properties, in collaboration with molecular dynamic simulations, and (3) apply the principles of self-assembly to construct advanced biomaterials, therapeutic/diagnostic delivery carriers, sensing and energy materials.