University of Queensland researchers have pioneered a new chemical process to manufacture the molecules that are the building blocks for lifesaving medicines, vaccines and energy storage materials.
Professor Matt Trau from UQ’s Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) has been awarded an ARC Laureate Fellowship worth $2.9 million to further understand and develop the process.
“We have been able to accelerate and control chemical reactions on a tiny nano-scaled chip,” Professor Trau said.
“This could enable on-demand, miniaturised, remote manufacturing in a much more economical and environmentally friendly way.
“Much like 3D printing has disrupted manufacturing on a larger scale, this could change modern manufacturing on the molecular scale.”
