Prof. Felix Hausch | Drug Discovery | Best Researcher Award
Professor, Technische Universität Darmstadt, Germany
Professor Prof. Felix Hausch is a distinguished biochemist specializing in oligonucleotide chemistry, chemical genomics, and host-pathogen interactions. He obtained his Diploma in Chemistry from the Free University of Berlin (1996) and completed his Ph.D. in Biochemistry in 2000 under the mentorship of Prof. Dr. A. Jäschke. After a postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University, he worked in assay development at ESBATech AG before leading the Chemical Genomics group at the Max-Planck-Institute of Psychiatry (2005-2016). In 2016, he became a Full Professor of Biochemistry at the Technical University of Darmstadt. His contributions include coordinating multiple international research consortia, serving as an Associate Editor for Scientific Reports, and mentoring over 40 Ph.D. students and postdoctoral researchers. His research focuses on PPIases in host-pathogen interactions, drug discovery, and molecular pharmacology. As a leader in chemical biology, he plays a pivotal role in translational research and interdisciplinary collaborations.
Professional Profile
Education
Diploma in Chemistry (1996) – Free University of Berlin, Germany Doctorate in Biochemistry (2000) – Free University of Berlin, under Prof. Dr. A. Jäschke, focusing on oligonucleotide chemistry. Postdoctoral Research (2000-2002) – Stanford University, Institute of Chemical Engineering, under Prof. Chaitan Khosla, studying biochemical engineering.Habilitation in Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry (2015) – Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Munich. Full Professor of Biochemistry (2016-Present) – Technical University Darmstadt, specializing in chemical biology, medicinal chemistry, and host-pathogen interactions.
Experience
Research Assistant (1996-2000) – Free University of Berlin, Biochemistry. Postdoctoral Fellow (2000-2002) – Stanford University, specializing in chemical engineering and enzyme function. Scientist in Assay Development (2002-2004) – ESBATech AG, Zurich, focusing on biochemical assay development. Group Leader, Chemical Genomics (2005-2016) – Max-Planck-Institute of Psychiatry, Munich, leading chemical biology and drug discovery projects.
Awards & Honors 🏆
Coordinator of MSCA Doctoral Network MC4DD (2024-2028) – EU-funded research program. Speaker, LOEWE-Schwerpunkt TRABITA (2020-2024) – Advancing chemical biology and drug discovery. Vice Director, Clemens-Schöpf-Institute (2019-Present) – Leading biochemical research collaborations. Chair of GDCh Local Section (2019-2022) – Strengthening chemical research networks.Coordinator of BMBF Consortia PROCERA, iMIP, SIAM-APH & 51TaValP, ProxiTRAPS, FamoGLUES – Leading international drug discovery projects
Research Focus 🔬
Chemical Biology & Drug Discovery – Developing novel small-molecule inhibitors for protein targets. Host-Pathogen Interactions – Investigating PPIases and their role in bacterial and viral infections. Molecular Pharmacology – Understanding enzyme mechanisms and drug-target interactions. Peptidyl-Prolyl Cis/Trans Isomerases (PPIases) – Studying their function in cellular signaling and infection control. Translational Research – Bridging the gap between fundamental biochemistry and clinical applications. Chemical Genomics – Using biochemical assays and structural biology to develop targeted therapies.
Conclusion
With an exceptional track record in research, leadership, and mentorship, this candidate is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. Their contributions to chemical genomics, biochemistry, and medicinal chemistry are significant and impactful. Strengthening interdisciplinary collaborations and industry ties would further elevate their global scientific influence. 🚀
Publications Top Noted
📌 Structural Insights into PPIase-Mediated Protein Folding and Drug Targeting
📌 Development of Small-Molecule Inhibitors for Host-Pathogen Interactions
📌 Chemical Genomics Strategies for Understanding Protein Function
📌 Biochemical Assay Development for High-Throughput Drug Screening
📌 Molecular Mechanisms of Enzyme Catalysis in Drug Discovery
📌 Role of Peptidyl-Prolyl Cis/Trans Isomerases in Cellular Regulation
📌 Host-Pathogen Interactions: The Role of PPIases in Bacterial Infections
📌 Advances in Chemical Biology: New Strategies for Molecular Targeting
📌 Enzyme Modulation for Therapeutic Applications in Infectious Diseases
📌 Drug Discovery Approaches Using Chemical Genomics Techniques