Rob Ziolek

Rob Ziolek is a researcher specializing in soft matter self-assembly, molecular dynamics, and surfactant chemistry. His work focuses on lipid nanoparticles, polymer micelles, and colloidal systems. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (2021) with a thesis on molecular dynamics studies of soft matter self-assembly, supervised by Professors Lorenz and Fraternali. His research integrates computational modeling with experimental techniques like neutron scattering and atomistic simulations.

Key research areas include nanoparticle structure analysis, surfactant-lipid interactions, and pH-directed polymer self-assembly. Recent studies explore topics such as drug solubilization in polymer nanoparticles, constraints on polycatenane translocation, and entropy-driven dynamics in crystalline pores.

Collaborations span institutions globally, with notable contributions to understanding bile salt micelle morphology and nanoconfined water dynamics between surfactant monolayers. His work bridges materials science and biophysics, addressing applications in drug delivery and soft material design.