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Luc Brunsveld is a professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Technische Universiteit Eindhoven. His research interests focus on chemical biology approaches to studying protein-protein interactions, particularly in drug discovery and supramolecular signaling systems. By combining synthetic supramolecular chemistry with chemical biology, he aims for precise molecular modulation of biological systems. In 2011, he established the Chemical Biology group as part of the Institute of Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS) and has developed expertise in organic synthesis, peptide and protein chemistry, and chemical biology. These allow for the creation of new molecules and materials for studying and modulating protein-protein interactions, which is a key goal for developing novel drugs. Brunsveld addresses biomedical challenges through bottom-up chemical approaches, providing a unique training ground and interdisciplinary opportunities. He studied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at TU/e and Osaka University, earning his Master’s degree in 1997 and completing his PhD at TU/e and the University of Illinois in supramolecular chemistry in 2001, graduating cum laude. He has held postdoctoral positions and industry roles before returning to TU/e as a professor in 2008. Brunsveld has garnered multiple prestigious grants and awards, establishing him as a prominent figure in his field.
Technische Universiteit Eindhoven • Eindhoven, Netherlands
Research group leader in Chemical Biology, focusing on protein-protein interactions and drug discovery.
Max-Planck Institute for Molecular Physiology • Dortmund, Germany
Led research in supramolecular chemical biology and Nuclear Receptor protein interactions.
Medicinal Chemistry at Organon • Oss, Netherlands
Oversaw medicinal chemistry research.
Max-Planck Institute for Molecular Physiology • Dortmund, Germany
Worked on protein semi-synthesis.
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