Supramolecular Chemistry

Supramolecular chemistry deals with the understanding of molecular interactions and assemblies to create materials and structures with a wide range of applications. It tries to understand the non-covalent interactions between molecules, such as hydrogen bonds, van der Waals interactions, electrostatic interactions, and ?-? stacking. By understanding these interactions, it is possible to assemble molecules into larger structures with distinct properties which is why supramolecular chemistry is important in the development of new materials, catalysts, and drug design. For example, it has been used to develop biomaterials with applications in tissue engineering and drug delivery systems. Supramolecular chemistry is also important in the development of molecular machines, such as those used in nanotechnology.