J. Fraser Stoddart
Papers
1
Total Citations
30
H-Index
1
About
J. Fraser Stoddart is a pioneering figure in the field of mechanostereochemistry, best known for his foundational work on mechanically interlocked molecules (MIMs) such as rotaxanes and catenanes. His research has profoundly advanced the design and synthesis of molecular machines—nanoscale devices capable of performing mechanical movements in response to external stimuli. One of his notable contributions includes the development of switchable palindromic [3]rotaxanes, which exhibit relative contractile motion driven by radical-pairing interactions, effectively functioning as artificial muscles. This work holds transformative potential for next-generation prosthetics, minimally invasive surgical tools, and robotics. With over 30,000 citations across his career, Stoddart’s impact is immense, earning him the 2016 Nobel Prize in Chemistry (shared with Jean-Pierre Sauvage and Ben Feringa) for the design and synthesis of molecular machines. His legacy continues to inspire researchers in supramolecular chemistry, nanotechnology, and materials science, offering a blueprint for building dynamic, functional systems at the molecular level.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1