Creating minuscule compartments with life-like features
In our research we combine techniques from protein engineering, polymer chemistry and bioconjugation approaches to create particles with bioactive properties. In the field of nanomedicine, we design smart delivery vehicles that for example cross the blood brain barrier or are used in cancer therapy. We also use nanoparticles as scaffolds for vaccine development. In the field of artificial cell research, we aim to create responsive smart compartments that mimic the behavior of living cells. For instance, we develop nanoreactors that can be incorporated as artificial organelles in living cells, to complement or affect cellular processes.
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Recent Publications
Our most recent peer reviewed publications
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Quantification of the lung cancer tumor marker CYFRA 21-1 using protein precipitation, immunoaffinity bottom-up LC-MS/MS
Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (2024) -
Swarms of Enzyme-Powered Nanomotors Enhance the Diffusion of Macromolecules in Viscous Media
Small (2024) -
Unveiling protein corona formation around self-propelled enzyme nanomotors by nanoscopy
Nanoscale (2024) -
Artificial cells with viscoadaptive behavior based on hydrogel-loaded giant unilamellar vesicles
Chemical Science (2024) -
Tuning of Cationic Polymer Functionality in Complex Coacervate Artificial Cells for Optimized Enzyme Activity
Biomacromolecules (2024)
Contact
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Postal address
Helix BuildingPostbus 5135600 MB EindhovenNetherlands -
Postal address
Helix BuildingPostbus 5135600 MB EindhovenNetherlands -
Visiting address
Helix Building (STO 3.39)De Groene Loper 35612 AE EindhovenNetherlands -
Visiting address
Helix Building (STO 3.39)De Groene Loper 35612 AE EindhovenNetherlands -
Secretarym.v.hoof@ tue.nl