supramolecular

American  

[soo-pruh-muh-lek-yuh-ler] / ˌsu prə məˈlɛk jə lər /

adjective

1. having an organization more complex than that of a molecule.

2. composed of an aggregate of molecules.

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supramolecular British  

/ ˌsjuː-, ˌsuːprəməˈlɛkjʊlə /

adjective

1. more complex than a molecule

2. consisting of more than one molecule

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Etymology

Origin of supramolecular

First recorded in 1905–10; supra- + molecular

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supramolecular

The researchers ultimately hope to build a broader framework that connects molecular chirality, supramolecular organization, and the large scale architecture of tissue.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 20, 2026

To solve this problem, the team designed a specialized supramolecular catalyst.

From Science Daily ● Feb. 27, 2026

Stupp credits the therapy's effectiveness to supramolecular motion, meaning the ability of the molecules to move rapidly and even briefly detach from the nanofiber network.

From Science Daily ● Feb. 16, 2026

In supramolecular chemistry, the self-assembly state of molecules plays a significant role in determining their tangible properties.

From Science Daily ● Feb. 13, 2024

However, the study of structures with supramolecular polymer assemblies derived from the same monomer is often hindered by dynamic structural changes and immature control over self-assemblies.

From Science Daily ● Feb. 13, 2024