Xianwen Lou

Xianwen Lou is a University Researcher at the Department of Bio-Organic Chemistry within the Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry at Eindhoven University of Technology. His research focuses on supramolecular chemistry, materials science, and advanced analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry. Key interests include the design and characterization of supramolecular polymers, hydrogen bonding dynamics, and MALDI-TOF applications. With 1482 citations and 64 research outputs since 1993, his work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovations in sustainable materials and analytical methods.

Research highlights include studies on structural transitions in supramolecular systems, in situ polymer assembly mapping, and functionalization via dynamic covalent chemistry. Recent publications address challenges in MALDI plume analysis and surfactant-polymer coassemblies, advancing understanding of self-assembly mechanisms and material dynamics.

Collaborations span international institutions, with notable contributions to journals like Journal of the American Chemical Society and Nature Communications. His work bridges fundamental chemistry with applied materials science, emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation.