Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Anja Achilles"
- Anja Achilles' research primarily focuses on the interaction and self-assembly of complex amphiphilic and polyphilic molecules within lipid membranes, employing solid-state NMR spectroscopy to unravel the molecular-scale details of these interactions.
- Key findings include the identification of novel structural formations, such as sixfold symmetric dendritic domains and unique phase transitions in composite lipid membranes, as well as the effects of guest molecules on lipid dynamics.
- Achilles has also explored the dynamics of specific molecular interactions and structures, highlighting the role of molecular design in enhancing functionality, such as improved membrane integration by incorporating fluorinated groups in block copolymers.
