Mei Hong

Mei Hong is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on the development and application of high-resolution solid-state NMR spectroscopy to study the structure and dynamics of biological macromolecules, particularly membrane proteins. Her work includes investigations into viral and bacterial membrane proteins, amyloid proteins in neurodegenerative diseases, and plant cell walls. She collaborates with medicinal chemists and electrophysiologists to explore ion channel dynamics and drug interactions. Her research also involves innovative solid-state NMR techniques for biomolecular structure determination.

Mei Hong is a Professor of Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, specializing in biophysical chemistry with a focus on solid-state NMR techniques. Her research explores membrane proteins, amyloid proteins, and plant cell walls, using advanced NMR methods to elucidate structural and functional properties. She investigates the mechanisms of proton conduction in viral ion channels, interactions of antimicrobial peptides with lipid bilayers, and the molecular architecture of plant cell walls. Her work also includes the study of cellulose structure and its interactions with matrix polysaccharides, as well as the dynamics of membrane proteins. Hong's research has significant implications for understanding biological processes and developing therapeutic strategies.