supramolecular
Americanadjective
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having an organization more complex than that of a molecule.
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composed of an aggregate of molecules.
adjective
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more complex than a molecule
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consisting of more than one molecule
Etymology
Origin of supramolecular
Example Sentences
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The researchers designed bioactive nanoparticles called "supramolecular drugs" to help restore this barrier and restart the brain's ability to remove waste.
From Science Daily • May 17, 2026
To solve this problem, the team designed a specialized supramolecular catalyst.
From Science Daily • Feb. 27, 2026
The animals received three doses of the supramolecular drugs, followed by regular monitoring.
From Science Daily • Oct. 30, 2025
The researchers used a novel supramolecular crystallization method, which involves oxidation-based crystallization, to fabricate zinc-based double-walled crystalline nanotubes.
From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2024
"Overall, our study highlights the potential for utilizing halogen bonds for fine-tuned functional control in photo-active supramolecular systems, with applications in fast multilevel optical data storage."
From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2024
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