Assembly and Interactions of Helical Supramolecular Structures. The project in advanced materials is significant in probing an exciting topology in nanostructural assemblies - helicates - the understanding of the interactions of which will assist the development of optically pure molecules that are the key to high-value drugs, thus contributing to enhanced development in the specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals industry. The research may result in economic benefits for Australia, since it wil ....Assembly and Interactions of Helical Supramolecular Structures. The project in advanced materials is significant in probing an exciting topology in nanostructural assemblies - helicates - the understanding of the interactions of which will assist the development of optically pure molecules that are the key to high-value drugs, thus contributing to enhanced development in the specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals industry. The research may result in economic benefits for Australia, since it will develop synthetic materials with the potential to perform tasks in high optical purity essential drug synthesis. Further, it will enhance the knowledge and skills base within the country through training of highly applicable scientists for a growing national priority area. Read moreRead less