At the Jožef Stefan Institute, we advance scientific knowledge through groundbreaking research in biochemistry, molecular biology, and structural biology, driving innovations in health and disease treatment.
We are dedicated to discovering the molecular processes that drive life. Through groundbreaking research and a commitment to excellence, we strive to develop new insights and therapies for diseases such as cancer and neurodegenerative disorders.
At the Jožef Stefan Institute’s Department of Biochemistry, Molecular, and Structural Biology, we focus on understanding life’s molecular processes. Our research spans proteases, structural biology, and proteomics, using advanced technology to explore cellular mechanisms.
Our team is dedicated to uncovering the molecular mechanisms that drive disease progression, immune responses, and cell death, with a focus on cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and inflammation-related conditions. By combining interdisciplinary approaches, we aim to develop new insights that lead to innovative treatments and therapies, improving health outcomes worldwide.
Our research spans essential fields like proteolysis, structural biology, proteomics, and advanced animal studies, driving innovation and understanding in disease research.
Meet our dedicated team of scientists and researchers.
Our advanced equipment, including NMR and mass spectrometry, animal facility and proteomics, supports cutting-edge research in biochemistry and molecular & structural biology.
Gel Imaging System for protein and nucleic acid visualization in molecular biology.
Our animal facility supports advanced biomedical research, providing essential models for studying human diseases.
System for crystal structure determination in structural biology and protein analysis.
IVIS Spectrum for in vivo imaging of bioluminescent and fluorescent signals in live animal studies.
UV-Vis Spectrophotometer for analyzing sample absorption in biochemical research.
Superspeed Centrifuge enables high-speed sample separation in biological research.
FPLC system enables high-resolution purification of proteins for molecular biology studies.
Orbitrap Mass Spectrometer provides high-resolution protein identification and analysis in biological research.
Automated Fluorescence Microscope for live cell imaging under controlled conditions.
Microplate Reader for fluorescence-based analysis of macromolecules and cellular processes.
microCT in vivo system for high-resolution imaging of live animals in preclinical research.
Inverted Fluorescence Microscope for cell and tissue imaging in molecular biology research.
FPLC system used for protein purification and analysis in biochemical research.
Nano DSF for analyzing protein thermal stability in biochemical and molecular studies.
Confocal Microscope enables high-resolution 3D imaging of cells and tissues in biochemistry research.
We specialize in mass spectrometry-based proteomics to analyze protein networks, revealing insights into cells.
ITC measures molecular interactions, providing insights into binding affinities in research.
Flow Cytometer for cell analysis and sorting in cellular biology research.
MALDI-TOF Mass Spectrometer identifies proteins and their post-translational modifications.