Overview
The project focuses on the development and study of special light-switchable organic molecules that mimic the function of biological systems. These synthetic “molecular machines” will be composed of various photoswitches and molecular motors, with their individual components selectively switched or activated using light of specific wavelengths.
The primary goal of the Ph.D. project is the preparation and detailed investigation of these unique molecules and their potential application in the construction of functional prototypes of molecular machines. Emphasis will be placed on different combinations of photoswitches and the methods of their interconnection (orthogonal vs. non-orthogonal).
University:
Faculty of Chemical Technology, UCT Prague; Faculty of Science, Charles University
Group:
Jiří Kaleta Group, Molecular Devices
Tutor:
Mgr. Jiří Kaleta, Ph.D.
Field of study:
Organic chemistry
How to apply:
At the Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry of the CAS / IOCB Prague, we are looking for talented, independent, and highly motivated PhD students with an MSc. degree or equivalent in life sciences or related fields. We offer exciting new projects in organic and medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular and structural biology, and analytical and physical chemistry.
- Online registration deadline: 3 March 2025
- Interview Day: 20 March 2025
Learn more and apply at www.uochb.cz/en/call-for-phd-applications.
