How do you design a “cage” for a molecule? And how do you release it again, selectively? Find out about a rationally designed red-light labile protecting group.
Author: Aimee Horsfall
I am a PhD candidate at the University of Adelaide (and almost done!). I am a peptide chemist and synthesise peptides with defined secondary structure to study protein-protein interactions and develop therapeutic inhibitors of biologically important interactions. I have a passion for effective science communication, find me on Twitter @aimeehorsfall or https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Aimee_Horsfall.
Visualising Chemistry
Appreciating the 3D structure of the tiny chemical compounds we work with can be really difficult – but what if you could project the structure onto your living room floor?
Chemistry & COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic is consuming our news feed at the moment – while you’re self-isolating read about some of the great science research going on to combat our newest virus.
Seeing the Invisible
Ever wondered how scientists know what is going on inside a cell, or how you could design a chemical probe to tell you more? There’s a lot of things to consider, find out more here.
Peering inside the cell
Everyday your cells are working overtime to keep you functioning. Learn how these researchers developed a new technique to peer through the crowded cell and study one individual protein.