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Leon Jona Schierholz is a PhD student specializing in Molecular Biology, focusing on structural biochemical principles and enzymatic adaptation. He began his scientific journey studying Biochemistry at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen and later worked on his thesis project at the Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry. His experiences fostered a strong interest in biology at the protein structural level, which motivated him to pursue a Master's degree in Molecular Biology at Umeå University in Sweden. In his current research, he investigates fungal protein complexes in eukaryotic pathogens, studying their roles in health and disease as potential drug targets. Schierholz is a member of the research groups led by Magnus Wolf-Watz and André Mateus, where he characterizes the structural principles that facilitate protein functionality in extreme environments using techniques such as x-ray crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy to solve 3D structures of target proteins. Through his work, he aims to enhance the understanding of biochemical properties and contribute to advancements in cancer drug efficacy.
Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden
Conducting research in the field of Molecular Biology focusing on structural biochemical principles.
Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.