Research team
Expertise
I study how molecules in liquids find each other, reorganize and form new structures. Using large-scale computer simulations, I explore processes such as self-assembly, solvation and the earliest steps in the formation of materials like zeolites. I also investigate how polymers interact with different solvents, which helps us understand and improve chemical and physical plastic-recycling methods. Because these systems often require long and detailed simulations, I also work on developing faster and more efficient computational models based on machine learning. These methods allow us to describe complex chemical reactions at scales that would otherwise be too costly to compute. At the same time, I am interested in reducing the environmental footprint of such simulations. By finding the right balance between accuracy, computational cost and energy use, I aim to make advanced molecular modelling both scientifically powerful and more sustainable. In this way, my research combines fundamental molecular insight with the development of practical tools that support experiments and help design new, environmentally responsible materials and processes.