Dr. Seino Jongkees

Associate Professor

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Biography

Seino Jongkees is an Associate Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, focusing on the interface of chemical biology and biotechnology. He has a solid background in biochemistry and extensive experience in research related to molecular discovery and the development of fungal hit discovery platforms. His current research projects include targeting lipoprotein processing enzymes in Gram-negative pathogens and various datasets related to peptide library sequencing for influenza and SARS-CoV-2 studies. Jongkees co-founded VirXcel and Stealth Biotech, demonstrating his commitment to applying research insights in practical biotechnology applications. He actively supervises student internships and is dedicated to advancing knowledge in chemical biology through teaching and research initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Cofounder

2023-09-13 — Present

VirXcel • Amsterdam

Cofounder, STAK certificate holder with no voting/control rights.

Cofounder

2025-01-14 — Present

Stealth Biotech • Amsterdam

Cofounder, minority shareholder with voting rights assigned to another party.

Courses

Biochemistry Biotechnology Chemical Biology Molecular Discovery

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.