About
David Drew is a Professor of Biochemistry at Stockholm University, affiliated with the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at SciLifeLab. His research focuses on the structure and mechanism of solute transporters, particularly their roles in diseases like cancer and diabetes.
- Department: Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics
- Location: Room 6162, SciLifeLab, Solna, Sweden
The Drew group employs crystallography and cryo-EM to investigate alternating-access mechanisms in solute transporters, aiming to bridge structural and functional gaps in membrane protein research. Their work has implications for drug development and understanding cellular homeostasis.
Recent publications highlight advancements in transporter dynamics, lipid interactions, and disease-specific mechanisms. Trends show a focus on structural biology, membrane protein function, and therapeutic targeting of transport systems.
- Funding: Göran Gustaffson Foundation, Swedish Research Council, Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, The Cancer Foundation
- Current group: 6 postdocs, 2 PhD students
