Dr. Luc Brunsveld

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Biography

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.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Research group leader in Chemical Biology, focusing on protein-protein interactions and drug discovery.

Group Leader

— Present

Max-Planck Institute for Molecular Physiology • Dortmund, Germany

Led research in supramolecular chemical biology and Nuclear Receptor protein interactions.

Group Leader

— Present

Medicinal Chemistry at Organon • Oss, Netherlands

Oversaw medicinal chemistry research.

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

Max-Planck Institute for Molecular Physiology • Dortmund, Germany

Worked on protein semi-synthesis.

Awards

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NVBMB Award

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Gold Medal

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ERC Starting Grant

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ERC Proof of Concept Grant

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ERC Advanced Grant

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NWO Vici Grant

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
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IELTS
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Reading
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Writing
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Speaking
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TOEFL
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Reading
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Writing
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Speaking
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PTE
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Reading
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Writing
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Speaking
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Overall
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