Torsten John

Asst. Prof. of Physical Chemistry @constructor_uni Bremen | Peptide self-assembly, membranes & biomaterials 🧪 | Head of the Biomolecular Systems and Design Lab

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

Our QSense Omni QCM-D from @BiolinSci was delivered to the John Lab @CU_Bremen – a major addition to our wet laboratory, supporting our work on biomolecular interactions, lipid membranes, and peptide-membrane studies. Thanks to @LOT_QD for installation. #PhysicalChemistry

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

2025 was the first year of our research group at @constructor_uni Bremen. Grateful for the dedication of our first PhD student and technician, as we advance work on biomolecular self-assembly and interfaces. Excited for 2026!

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

New review (https://t.co/SvYcA9CuLR) in Small on functional DNA and RNA conjugates. We discuss strategies for synthesizing and purifying nucleic acid bioconjugates, with relevance for biomaterials, nanotechnology, and RNA therapeutics. @AdvPortfolio with @WeilTanja, @Lab_DavidNg

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

New @angew_chem paper on how co-assembling peptide fibrils can enhance or reduce catalytic activity. MD simulations and AF3 modelling helped explore substrate binding behaviour, and co-assembly interfaces. https://t.co/mO78VHkA6x

[BMFTR @bmftr_bund]

„Mit der #HightechAgendaDeutschland investiert 🇩🇪 strategisch in Schlüsseltechnologien, um technolog. Führungsfähigkeit, Wohlstand & Souveränität zu sichern“, macht BM @DoroBaer auf dem diesjährigen @Falling_Walls-Summit deutlich. Wir wollen & wir können Hightech-Republik sein!🦾

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

Inspiring days at the @Falling_Walls Science Summit 2025 in Berlin. From Alzheimer’s research to autonomous labs and science diplomacy, I joined scientists, policymakers, and innovators discussing the question: Which are the next walls to fall?

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

Inspiring exchange at the German-Israeli Young Scientists Evening at @bbaw_de🇩🇪🇮🇱, celebrating 60 years of binational scientific collaboration. Great talks, lively discussions, and genuine curiosity across disciplines. Thanks to @ScienceAbroad and @GifResearch.

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

Attended the @SupraLife_EU Final International Conference in Aveiro 🇵🇹, where I gave a talk on "Molecular Mechanisms of Peptide Assembly for Biomaterials". Great discussions on supramolecular materials and nice to meet colleagues and friends again!

[SupraLife @SupraLife_EU]

🎤 We had the opportunity to listen to inspiring oral communications in innovative peptide research from @ReDoX06 (@i3S_UPorto), @torsten_john (@constructor_uni), Mohamed Elsawy (@OfficialUoM)! Congrats on your research!

@COMPASS_RG @ciceco_ua @UnivAveiro

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

I am looking forward to welcoming Aiswarya Rajeev as the first PhD student in my group at @constructor_uni. She will work on peptide self-assembly and membrane interactions, contributing to our research in biophysical chemistry and bionanomaterials.

[Univ of Hyderabad @HydUniv]

We're thrilled to announce that Ms. Aiswarya Rajeev, a talented alumna of the University of Hyderabad's Integrated Chemistry program (2019-2024), has been awarded a prestigious PhD scholarship at Constructor University in Bremen, Germany. Under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Torsten John, Aiswarya will embark on a three-year doctoral program focusing on Biophysical Chemistry, Biomolecular Self-assembly, and Bionanomaterials.

Aiswarya's research explores the self-assembly of fibril-forming peptide sequences, investigating their interactions with membranes and peptide-cell interactions. This work has potential applications in:
- Drug Delivery: Developing innovative methods for targeted drug delivery
- Biosensing: Creating sensitive biosensors for disease detection
- Biomaterials Design: Designing novel biomaterials for various applications

Aiswarya's academic journey includes:
- Master's Thesis: "The Effects of Molecular Crowding on the Membranolytic Activity of DSP Proteins" under Prof. M. J. Swamy at UoH
- Summer Research Fellowship: IISER Pune, working on Porphyrin Chemistry under Prof. V. G. Anand

Aiswarya expresses her heartfelt gratitude to Prof. M. J. Swamy: For constant support and guidance; Dr. T. Saravanan and Dr. Jovan Jose: For invaluable recommendations and inputs and the University of Hyderabad: For providing an excellent academic environment and opportunities.

We congratulate Aiswarya on this remarkable achievement and wish her continued success in her future endeavours!

#UoHAlumni #PhDScholarship #ConstructorUniversity #BiophysicalChemistry #BiomolecularSelfAssembly #Bionanomaterials #ResearchExcellence

@HydUniv @ugc_india @EduMinOfIndia @mygovindia @dpradhanbjp @PMOIndia @PIBHyderabad @PTI_News @ChemistryNews @ger_service @constructor_uni

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

Happy to share a new paper in Small Science: We show how tuning the hydrophobic core of self-assembling peptides controls fibril formation & bioactivity. Combining experiments & MD/AlphaFold3 guides biomaterial design. https://t.co/tEYNJJURVL

[Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra]

Feeling awed and a bit starstruck that @ScienceMagazine decided to run a book review on #LabworkToLeadership!!

Thank you to @JonathanLWai for authoring the review! https://t.co/yf2AiUpIsb

[IUPAC @IUPAC]

@IUPAC officially launched the Guiding Principles of Responsible Chemistry at @iupac2025, a bold, forward-looking framework designed to transform how chemistry is practiced, taught, and perceived worldwide 🌍

🔗 https://t.co/H254flsxFL

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

In 2012, I became a @FESonline scholar, an experience that shaped my academic path. Now in 2025, I am honored to return as a Liaison Lecturer (Vertrauensdozent), supporting and mentoring the next generation.

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

Our review "Peptide Self‐Assembly into Amyloid Fibrils at Hard and Soft Interfaces—From Corona Formation to Membrane Activity" ranked in the Top 10% of most-viewed papers of 2023! 🏆 Thanks to everyone who has engaged with this work. https://t.co/Iff35L6t2m

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

Had a great time at the @AmerChemSociety Spring Meeting in San Diego! Amazing talks, posters, and networking with fellow researchers & @CASChemistry Future Leaders. Also enjoyed a tour of @UCSD! Excited to continue the conversations. #PhysicalChemistry #Networking

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

@chemFunMan @AmerChemSociety @amodic1 @juliana_lvidal @PSWnano @TehshikYoon @beyondbenign It was great seeing you again and meeting some of your students. 😊

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

Joining @AmerChemSociety ACS Spring 2025 National Meeting in San Diego. Reach out if you are here too. I will present a 2nd talk tomorrow. 🧪

[Torsten John @torsten_john]

New study in Macromolecular Chemistry and Physics explores self-assembly of amphiphilic polyphenylene dendrimers with different surface functionalization. MD simulations were used to reveal structural and dynamic properties.

🔗 https://t.co/K6BRFK7e72

[Chemistry World @ChemistryWorld]

Born in 1942 in Edinburgh, Scotland, Fraser Stoddart went on to leave a lasting impression on the scientific landscape, setting a high bar for how science should be conducted and influencing generations with his unwavering enthusiasm.
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