Hoe kunnen we chemische processen nog efficiënter maken? Hoe ziet ons gebruik van brandstoffen eruit in de toekomst? Kunnen we door middel van de kennis van de chemie van de mens nog betere medicijnen maken? Zullen we ooit ziektes compleet kunnen uitbannen?

Bij de bacheloropleiding Molecular Science & Technology aan de Universiteit Leiden ontwikkelen studenten een sterke theoretische basis in de scheikunde en doen ze kennis van de technologische toepassingen op. Daarnaast leren studenten een bijdrage te leveren aan vraagstukken op het gebied van duurzaamheid,…

This thesis introduces the concept of

Tracing the evolution of the molecular gas content in galaxies is critical for a complete understanding of galaxy formation and evolution, as it provides the direct fuel for star formation. Studies of high-redshift (z>1) molecular gas reservoirs, most commonly traced by carbon monoxide (CO), have seen…

Promotor: J.N. Kok, P.E. Slagboom Co-promotor: J.F.J. Laros

Deze opleiding integreert genetica, moleculaire biologie en biotechnologie in een aantrekkelijk programma met uitstekende carrièreperspectieven.

The research presented in this thesis makes use of small molecules (as H2 , D2 and O2 ) on well-defined single crystal surfaces (flat Pt(111), flat Cu(211) and curved Pt(111)) to elucidate the role of surface structure and degrees of freedom in the reactant in specific surface reactions.

Molecular complexes can be used as electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction, water oxidation, and/or hydrogen peroxide production.

Deze opleiding biedt de mogelijkheid om onderzoek op moleculair, cellulair en organismaal niveau te verenigen, maar biedt ook de mogelijkheid om je te specialiseren op één van deze niveaus.

Ingen

Molecular materials have been a subject of interest in fundamental research and applications for decades, and have been studied as bulk crystals, (thin) films and as individual molecules, due to the large variety in their properties. This dissertation explores pentacene crystals near the two-dimensional…

This thesis provides an overview of the development of the Pair Configuration to Molecular Activity Coefficient (PAC-MAC) model.

With the energy transition toward a renewable energy supply and a CO2-neutral economy, electrification of the energy system is rising in importance, which leads to the challenge of long-term storage of renewable electricity.

Phosphorylation affects all four major biomolecules – proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and nucleic acids – and plays a pivotal role in the most fundamental cellular functions.

Promotor: Prof.dr. H.V.J. Linnartz, Co-Promotores: S. Ioppolo, H.M. Cuppen

Promotor: G.F.A. Kersten, W. Jiskoot, Co-promotor: B. Metz

Before the large scale use of renewable energy sources can be implemented in our society, the storage of electrical energy needs to be tackled. Storage the energy as hydrogen via the reduction of protons is a good option.

Atoms and molecules are the basic units of matter. If we keep dividing a bar of gold or a glass of water into smaller parts, at the end we are left with a single gold atom or a water molecule.

Supervisor: P.J.J. Hooykaas Co-Supervisor: R. Offringa

Promotor: Prof.dr. G.J. Kroes

The research described in this thesis has, using the zebrafish as a model system, shed new light on the intricate relationship between TB and DM2, in particular on the role of leptin, SHP-1 and glucocorticoids.

We have examined sequences from the ligand-binding domain of the nicotinic acetyl choline receptor (nAChR) in 148 vertebrate species. We are in interested in this receptor because the α-neurotoxins of many venomous snakes binds to this receptor in its location at the neuromuscular junction in all ve…

Metal complexes and 2D materials like graphene were combined to produce structures that can function as sensors.

The clinical potential of applying synthetic lethality to cancer treatment is famously demonstrated by the BRCA1/PARP1 paradigm: a tumor specific defect in BRCA1 – a component of the DNA double-strand break (DSB) repair pathway homologous recombination (HR) – results in a remarkable sensitivity to PARP1…

Op 11 november organiseerde de bacheloropleiding Molecular Science and Technology een corona-proof diploma-uitreiking met een bijzondere afstudeerder: de 18-jarige Ruard van Workum. Al van jongs af aan ontwikkelde Ruard een passie voor scheikunde. Hij begon op 15-jarige leeftijd met de opleiding Molecular…

Stars like the sun are born in large molecular clouds existing from gas and dust. During the formation process, the chemical composition of the material can be altered drastically by the changing physical conditions.

Promotor: Prof.dr. E.F. van Dishoeck, Co-Promotor: G.J. Herczeg

Promotor: J. A. Bouwstra

The explosive radiation and diversification of the advanced snakes (superfamily Colubroidea) was associated with changes in all aspects of the shared venom system. Morphological changes included the partitioning of the mixed ancestral glands into two discrete glands devoted for production of venom ormucous…

An Active Galactic Nucleus (AGN) is a highly luminous region at the center of a galaxy, powered by the accretion into a supermassive black hole and emitting energy from radio waves to gamma rays, often outshining the host galaxy.

Promotor: Prof.dr. J. den Hertog

The electrochemical oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) is an essential half-reaction for the utilization of hydrogen as a sustainable fuel, via the conversion of hydrogen to electrons and protons facilitated by the ORR. In the most common fuel cells, the ORR is requires high loadings of non-abundant platinum…

Kros

This thesis presents the first synthetic peptides ADP-ribosylated on serine, threonine, tyrosine, arginine and cysteine.

The thesis explores how interstellar chemistry evolves as a function of time and changing physical architectures during the formation of stars.

Indonesia is experiencing various environmental challenges related to its fast economic growth. Therefore, it is necessary to have measurable and applicable indicators to obtain accurate data and information regarding the costs of adverse environmental impacts arising from economic activities to support…

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) is the substrate used for the introduction of the ubiquitous and highly dynamic PTM in which either one or multiple adenosine diphosphate ribose (ADPr) moieties are covalently attached to a nucleophilic side chain of an specific amino acid in the target protein…

Principles of Environmental Sciences provides a comprehensive picture of the principles, concepts and methods that are applicable to problems originating from the interaction between the living and non-living environment and mankind. Both the analysis of such problems and the way solutions to environmental…

Studievoorlichting

Promotor: G.P. van Wezel, Co-promotor: D. Claessen

In this dissertation iron-based homogeneous catalysts were synthesized, characterized and investigated for water oxidation activity.

In deze opleiding leer je om concepten uit de statistiek en informatica te gebruiken om waardevolle informatie te halen uit grote hoeveelheden data.

Het onderzoeksprogramma Statistical Science houdt zich bezig met de analyse en interpretatie van grote hoeveelheden data, de kwantificering van onzekerheid met behulp van kansmodellen en de ontwikkeling en benchmarking van algoritmen en methoden gericht op dataonderzoek.

Lezing, Tuesday Talks: Science Insights

In deze opleiding ligt de focus op het informeren van het algemene publiek over belangrijke wetenschappelijke onderwerpen en hoe je deze communicatie wetenschappelijk onderbouwt.

The extensive use of electronic communication channels and other devices has opened new possibilities for collecting data on human behavior. This information is sometimes openly accessible, but largely part of administrative registration systems that are not open to the broader public. The data provides…

Aan de Universiteit Leiden zien we open science als dé manier om een grotere wetenschappelijke en maatschappelijke impact te maken. Bovendien groeit de open science-beweging in Nederland snel.

Citizen science is een overkoepelende term, die allerlei manieren omvat om burgers en maatschappelijke actoren zoals NGO's te betrekken bij het gezamenlijk ontwikkelen van nieuwe kennis: denk bijvoorbeeld aan crowdsourcing van onderzoeksvragen en aan collectieve gegevensverzameling en -analyse.