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Professor Chen's group develops and applies single-molecule imaging and manipulation approaches to interrogate and understand the function and dynamics of nanomaterials and biomacromolecules. This research is essential for acquiring fundamental chemical knowledge and developing strategies for energy conversion and curing disease. Current projects focus on various areas including: Single-molecule catalysis, wherein the group studies the catalytic properties of nanoscale materials and small-molecule catalysts at the single-turnover level. Single-molecule bioinorganic and biophysical chemistry, which involves studying the dynamics and mechanisms of protein machineries in living cells. Furthermore, methods development is pursued to extend existing techniques and enable new experiments, particularly at the single-molecule and single-cell levels. Professor Chen has received multiple awards, including the 2019 Chemical Pioneer Award and the 2005 Camille Henry Dreyfus New Faculty Award. His extensive publication record reflects his impactful research in the fields of physical chemistry and biochemistry.
Cornell University • Ithaca, NY
Leading research in single-molecule imaging and manipulation in the field of chemistry.
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