Drug design is entering a new era, driven by advances in nanoengineering and synthetic biology. Researchers are now creating novel, complex, multifunctional molecules that go beyond traditional small molecule drugs, offering new avenues for therapeutic interventions. In this Q&A event, we will discuss with Milan Mrksich how he developed megamolecules — large, intricate protein-based structures — and their diagnostic and therapeutic potential for various health conditions.
We’ll chat about these topics
- The inspiration, design, and engineering of megamolecules
- Applying megamolecules in targeted diagnostics and therapeutics
- How nanotechnology and synthetic biology are shaping modern drug design
Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM Eastern Time
This listen in webinar will be available to view live and on demand.
Do you have your own questions about nanoscale drug design? Bring them to the event and let’s discuss!
Featured researcher

Milan Mrksich, PhD
Henry Wade Rogers Professor
Northwestern University