Light-responsive coacervates to regulate biomolecule localization and reactivity  

This project focuses on designing and investigating light-responsive coacervates as artificial membraneless organelles to control the spatial organization of biomolecules within synthetic cells. The main goal is to understand how light influences phase-separated compartments and enzyme reactions. This approach combines coacervate formulations with enzyme localization studies, followed by quantification of reaction kinetics and product formation under light stimulation. The expected outcomes include establishing photo-switchable coacervates and showing light-dependent modulation of enzyme activity. These results will provide insights into the effects of light on coacervate organization and enzymatic reaction rates.