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Professor Hagan Bayley FRS is a Professor of Chemical Biology at the University of Oxford, affiliated with Hertford College. His research focuses on membrane proteins, synthetic tissues, nanopore technology, and single-molecule chemistry. His lab combines biophysics, molecular genetics, and protein engineering to explore applications in biotechnology and medicine. With 10 postdocs, 12 graduate students, and an international team, the group investigates protein translocation, enzymology, and 3D-printed synthetic tissues.
Research highlights include droplet networks mimicking tissues, light-activated synthetic materials, and nanopore-based protein sequencing. Notable achievements include founding Oxford Nanopore Technologies, which commercialized nanopore DNA sequencing. Current projects involve enzyme-enabled biobatteries, modular iontronics, and integrating 3D-printed tissues into brain models.
Bayley’s work spans interdisciplinary collaborations across the UK, USA, and Europe. His innovations bridge fundamental science and practical applications in diagnostics, energy, and regenerative medicine. The lab’s synthetic tissues demonstrate potential for drug screening and neural repair, while nanopore research advances proteomics and molecular diagnostics.
Publications emphasize synthetic biology, bioprinting, and nanotechnology. Key themes include protein unfolding mechanisms, parallel sensing arrays, and bioengineered materials. His group’s contributions to droplet networks and molecular walkers highlight advancements in controllable synthetic systems.
