Seminaire LMGP Marco MACCARINI 03.03.2026

Dr. Marco – Maccarini

CNRS, LMGP

Exploring the Nanostructure of Biomimetic Membranes

Abstract

Model lipid membranes are simplified yet powerful systems that mimic key features of biological plasma membranes—the essential envelopes that define and protect living cells. Their controlled simplicity makes them ideal for precise experimental techniques, enabling us to explore their interactions with novel nanoengineered materials.

When combined with biological components like proteins, these membranes not only deepen our understanding of fundamental biological processes but also serve as building blocks for advanced nanoengineered materials with tailored technological applications.

In this seminar, I will present examples from my research, where laboratory techniques, large-scale facility analyses, and computational methods converge to provide in-depth characterization and mechanistic insights into membrane behavior. These findings hold significant potential for advancements in health, biotechnology, and fundamental biology.
 

Short Bio/CV

As  a CNRS Chargé de Recherche, I’ve recently joined the LMGP to continue my research journey in this scientific new environment. My academic path has taken me across borders—starting with a Physics degree in Italy, followed by a PhD in Polymer Physics in England, and postdoctoral experiences in Germany and Canada. Along the way, I’ve had the privilege of working at world-class facilities like the Institut Laue Langevin, where I deepened my expertise in large-scale scientific infrastructure. I now continue this work at LMGP, where my research focuses on the intersection of physics, materials science, and biomimetic systems.