Research Focus

1. Chiral Molecular Design and Synthesis
We design and synthesize polycyclic chiral organic molecules with precisely tuned optical and electronic properties. Our approach integrates modern synthetic methodologies with enantioselective strategies to create materials exhibiting strong chiroptical responses.

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2. Circularly Polarized Luminescence (CPL) and Optoelectronic Devices
We investigate the excited-state dynamics and emission behavior of chiral luminophores to understand the fundamental origins of circularly polarized luminescence. These insights guide the rational design of materials for integration into functional optoelectronic platforms, including CP-OLEDs, photonic components, and chiroptical sensors, enabling controlled light emission and polarization at the molecular and device levels.

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3. Supramolecular Encapsulation
Encapsulation of chiral molecules within supramolecular cages and barrels enables precise modulation of their optical and electronic behavior. We study how confined environments influence chirality transfer, optical activity, and emission characteristics.

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4. Structure-Property Relationships
We explore how molecular curvature, heavy-atom incorporation, and conformational dynamics govern chiroptical and optoelectronic performance. These studies establish predictive design principles for high-performance chiral materials.

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5. Asymmetric and Chiral Catalysis
We develop chiral molecular and supramolecular catalytic systems for enantioselective organic transformations. By combining catalyst design with controlled reaction environments, we aim to achieve high selectivity, efficiency, and mechanistic understanding for next-generation catalytic processes.