Theoretical and Computational Biophysics

Theoretical and Computational Biophysics

Our research aims at an understanding of the physics and function of proteins, protein complexes, and other biomolecular structures at the atomic level. For this purpose, complex computer simulations of the atomistic dynamics are carried out. Read more about our research projects at our RESEARCH website.

Open Positions

We are always looking for highly motivated scientists, possessing a strong background in physics, physical chemistry, mathematics and/or biomolecular simulations. If you are interested in driving research projects forward which are conducted at our department  please submit your application documents (including motivation letter, CV, publication list, certificates) preferrably as single PDF file via email to office.theor_comp_biophys@mpinat.mpg.de or follow the instructions in the job announcements.



Our Research Groups


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Press releases & research news 

Research Group of Helmut Grubmüller

The German National Academy of Sciences Leopoldina honors the biophysicist for his outstanding scientific achievements and the special expertise in his field of research. (in German) more

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Research Group of Bert de Groot

A research team at the Max Planck Institute (MPI) for Multidisciplinary Sciences has discovered a previously unknown mechanism that allows mechanical signals to travel across proteins. The lever-like principle makes allostery physically tangible and opens new perspectives for drug design and synthetic biology. more

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Research Group of Aljaz Godec

A research team at the Max Planck Institute (MPI) for Multidisciplinary Sciences has discovered a previously unknown mechanism that allows mechanical signals to travel across proteins. The lever-like principle makes allostery physically tangible and opens new perspectives for drug design and synthetic biology. more

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