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Mai S. is a researcher at Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron (DESY) working in the Photon Science division. Their research focuses on using X-ray free-electron lasers to study ultrafast molecular dynamics and photochemical processes, with particular emphasis on molecular imaging techniques and photo-protection mechanisms relevant to biological systems.
Mai S. specializes in Coulomb explosion imaging, a cutting-edge technique that enables direct observation of molecular structural changes during photoexcitation events. Their work bridges physics and chemistry to investigate how heterocyclic molecules like 2-thiouracil redistribute photoenergy into electronic and nuclear degrees of freedom. This research has significant implications for understanding DNA photo-protection from UV damage and developing organic photocatalysis applications.
Recent publications demonstrate expertise in capturing symmetry reduction during internal conversion processes using advanced X-ray methodologies. The 2025 Nature Communications paper provides unprecedented insights into ultrafast molecular dynamics, representing a major contribution to the emerging field of attosecond chemistry. Mai S.'s work exemplifies the application of DESY's world-class X-ray facilities to solve complex problems in molecular science.
Mai S. is part of an international collaborative team utilizing DESY's photon science infrastructure to push the boundaries of molecular imaging. Their research contributes to the development of new methodologies for visualizing molecular processes with both high temporal (femtosecond) and spatial (atomic) resolution, enabling scientists to observe previously inaccessible quantum mechanical phenomena in complex molecular systems.
