Alexander Franz Perhal

Alexander Franz Perhal is a researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Life Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. His work focuses on pharmacology, molecular biology, and medicinal chemistry, with a strong emphasis on steroid research, receptor biology, and drug discovery. He has collaborated on projects involving small-molecule ligands, natural product synthesis, and the study of orphan receptors such as RORα/γ and TGR5.

Key research areas include the development of agonists and inverse agonists for therapeutic applications, particularly targeting bile acid receptors and immune-related pathways. His recent publications highlight advancements in understanding the mechanisms of compounds like diosgenin and their roles in modulating receptor activity.