THE MOLECULAR JERSEY COLLECTION
A sportswear collection created from real molecular crystalline structures. Each jersey transforms the microscopic identity of a molecule into a unique performance design.
CAFFEINE
Biological Role
Caffeine is a natural stimulant that acts mainly on the central nervous system. It blocks adenosine receptors, reducing the brain’s perception of fatigue and increasing alertness, attention and wakefulness. It can also indirectly enhance the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and noradrenaline.
Molecular formula : C₈H₁₀N₄O₂
Molar mass : 194.19 g·mol⁻¹
Molecule type : Methylxanthine · Psychoactive stimulant
β-CAROTENE
Biological Effect
β-Carotene is a natural pigment and a major precursor of vitamin A. The body can convert it into retinal, a molecule essential for vision, particularly in low-light conditions. Vitamin A also contributes to immune function, skin health and normal cell growth.
Formula: C₄₀H₅₆
Molar mass: 536.87 g·mol⁻¹ Photography Technique: Polarized Light Microscopy
Magnification: 200×
CHLOROPHYLL
Biological Role Chlorophyll captures sunlight to power photosynthesis, producing the oxygen and energy that sustain life on Earth.
Molecular formula: C₅₅H₇₂MgN₄O₅ Molar mass: 893.49 g·mol⁻¹ Molecule type: Photosynthetic pigment Technique: Polarized Light Microscopy Magnification: 400x Sample: Extracted plant pigments
POTASSIUM ALUM
Molecular formula: KAl(SO₄)₂·12H₂O Molar mass: 474.39 g·mol⁻¹ Crystal system: Cubic Technique: Polarized Light Microscopy Magnification: 40×
Practical Role For centuries, alum has been used in textile dyeing, helping dyes bind to fibers and produce lasting colors.
VANADIUM
Complex: Vanadyl acetylacetonate - VO(acac)₂ Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O₅V Molar mass: 265.16 g·mol⁻¹ Compound type: Coordination complex
Oxidation state: V(IV) Coordination number: 5 Geometry: Square pyramidal Color origin: d-d transitions Magnification: 100×
Chemical Role A transition-metal complex used to accelerate chemical reactions and build new molecular structures.
VITAMIN B12
Molecule: Cyanocobalamin Formula: C₆₃H₈₈CoN₁₄O₁₄P Molar mass: 1355.37 g·mol⁻¹ Molecule type: Cobalt coordination complex
Biological Role
Vitamin B12 supports blood formation, DNA synthesis and a healthy nervous system, making it essential for normal cellular function.