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ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Chemical Biology Professors and Supervisors in Belgium
Professors in chemical biology in belgium
212 professors found
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Belgium
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Protein Chemistry
Oxidative Stress
Head of Medicinal Chemistry
Augustine Therapeutics
Belgium
Research Interests
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Heterocyclic Chemistry
Neuropharmacology
Professor
KU Leuven
Belgium
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Organic Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Nucleic Acid Chemistry
G Protein-coupled Receptor
Professor
KU Leuven
Belgium
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Organic Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Amino Acid
Chemical Synthesis
Ghent University
Belgium
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Aptamer
Nucleic Acid Chemistry
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Belgium
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Ligand Design
Chemical Biology
Peptide Chemistry
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
Belgium
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmacology
Toxinology
Neurochemistry
Chemical Biology
Professor in molecular spectroscopy
University of Antwerp
Belgium
Research Interests
Organic Chemistry
Biochemistry
Spectroscopy
Chemical Biology
Vibrational Dynamics
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Belgium
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Microbiology
Chemical Biology
Pathogen Biology
Protein Engineering
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Popular positions
Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics
Germany
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1 month ago
The International Max Planck Research School for Science and Technology of Nano-Systems (IMPRS-STNS) is inviting outstanding Master’s graduates to apply for fully funded PhD positions in nanoscience. The positions are based at the Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics and the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, two institutions located on one campus in Halle (Saale), Germany. The school focuses on atomically engineered materials and next-generation nano-systems, combining world-l...
Chemistry
Materials Science
Polymer Chemistry
+8 more
1 month ago
International Max Planck Research School for Living Matter (IMPRS-LM)
Germany
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7 months ago
The International Max Planck Research School on Cellular Biophysics (IMPRS-CBP) offers fully funded PhD positions for talented and motivated young scientists interested in the interdisciplinary field of cellular biophysics. Hosted by the Max Planck Institute of Biophysics, Goethe University Frankfurt am Main, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, and the Frankfurt Institute of Advanced Studies, the program is located in the vibrant Rhine-Main region of Germany, a renowned scientific and cultural ...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Computer Science
+14 more
7 months ago
Living costs in Belgium
Estimated costs in Belgium.
MonthlyYearly | Belgium |
|---|---|
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €552 $600/yr |
 Health Insurance Student health insurance or surcharge per year | €92 $100/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | €828 $900/yr |
 Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | €497 $540/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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The University of British Columbia
Canada
Research Interests
Pharmacology
Biochemistry
Targeted Therapy
Hormone Biology
Cancer Biology
Professor
University of Alberta
Canada
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Transporter Biology
Membrane Protein
Metabolic Biology
University of Alberta
Canada
Research Interests
Organic Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry
Electrocatalysis
Green Chemistry
Molecular Electronics
Opportunities these professors hire for
Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
Belgium
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1 month ago
The Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is offering a full-time PhD scholarship in the Faculty of Sciences and Bioengineering Sciences, Department of Chemistry. The project focuses on the development of new allosteric ligands that bind to membrane-bound proteins and channels, with the goal of evaluating their therapeutic potential. The doctoral research will involve the design and synthesis of bioactive, peptide-based ligands, including the preparation of customised amino acids where needed. The su...
Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Peptide Chemistry
+5 more
1 month ago
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Yes. A well-targeted email can significantly improve your chances in many research-based programs.
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A brief introduction, research interests aligned with the professor’s work, CV, and (if available) publication links.
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