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John Kennis is a Full Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in Biophysics with a focus on photosynthesis and energy. His research involves the physico-chemical mechanisms of energy reception and storage, employing advanced time-resolved spectroscopic techniques to study light propagation and information encoding in signaling proteins. Kennis has developed a program to understand the dynamic-structural basis of signal transduction and the practical applications of newly discovered photoreceptor proteins. He investigates regulatory phenomena in photosynthetic light harvesting, exploring both natural and artificial light-harvesting systems. A major research line for him includes examining the molecular understanding of controlled energy and electron transfer, often working with a wide array of collaborators across various scientific disciplines. His educational background includes a Doctorate in Biophysics from Leiden University, where he graduated cum laude. Over the years, he has received numerous prestigious awards, reflecting his significant contributions to the field.
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam
Leading research in biophysics with a focus on photosynthetic processes and energy conversion.
Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.