Simon Webb

Simon Webb is a Reader in Chemistry at The University of Manchester, affiliated with the School of Chemistry. His research focuses on molecular self-assembly to create materials that mimic biological membranes and enhance understanding of biological processes. His work includes studying the role of cooperativity in ligand binding to phospholipid bilayers, exploring lipid rafts in cellular recognition, and developing synthetic ion channels and magnetically-responsive biomaterials. He is also involved in projects related to bionanotechnology and synthetic peptides for membrane communication. His research has been published in journals such as the Journal of the American Chemical Society and Nature Chemistry.

Simon J. Webb is a researcher at the University of Manchester specializing in supramolecular chemistry and biomimetic chemistry. His work explores the design and function of synthetic systems that mimic biological processes, with a focus on molecular recognition, conformational switching, and membrane-bound receptors. Webb's research includes the development of foldamers, hydrogel particles, and ion channels that exhibit responsive behavior under various stimuli. His publications cover topics such as ligand-modulated conformational switching, cooperative binding at lipid bilayer surfaces, and the creation of functionalized peptide hydrogels. His studies also extend to the design of enzyme-responsive materials and the investigation of supramolecular interactions in biological contexts.