Peter Bayer

Prof. Peter Bayer is a Professor at the University of Duisburg-Essen, leading the Structural and Medicinal Biochemistry department within the Faculty of Biology. His research focuses on elucidating protein-protein and protein-ligand interactions using biochemical, biophysical, and NMR spectroscopy techniques. Key areas include structural biology of enzymes, posttranslational modification processes, and the development of supramolecular ligands for biomedical applications.

Research interests prominently feature protein structure determination, biophysical characterization of parvulins, and nanotechnology-based approaches for targeted drug delivery. Bayer’s work often integrates ultrasmall nanoparticles (e.g., gold, silver, platinum) with functionalized ligands to study protein interactions and antimicrobial activity.

Publications span structural biology, nanomaterials, and enzymology, emphasizing molecular tweezers for enzyme inhibition and nanoparticle surface engineering. Collaborations with teams like those of Prof. Schrader and Dr. Beuck highlight interdisciplinary projects in drug design and biophysical chemistry.