معرفی
Barbara Pem is a Researcher at the Ruđer Bošković Institute, affiliated with the Division of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry and the Laboratory for Engineering of Biomembranes. Her work focuses on theoretical and physical chemistry, with applications in biomedicine, pharmacy, and nanoparticle interactions.
Educational Background:
- PhD in Pharmaceutical and Biochemical Sciences (2017–2021), Faculty of Pharmacy and Biochemistry, University of Zagreb
- Master's in Pharmacy (2012–2017), Faculty of Pharmacy and Biochemistry, University of Zagreb
Research Interests: Dr. Pem explores the mechanisms of nanoparticle-biomolecule interactions, particularly involving metallic nanoparticles (silver/gold) and biomolecules like thiols and proteins. Her computational and experimental studies address topics such as cysteine oxidation in biological systems, lipid membrane dynamics, and nanotoxicity assessment. She employs advanced techniques like molecular dynamics simulations, NMR spectroscopy, and alchemical perturbation methods.
Awards & Recognition:
- British Scholarship Trust (BST) scholarship (2019) for research on metallic nanoparticle-biothiol interactions
- FEBS scholarship (2018) for investigating protein-nanoparticle interactions via thiol residues
Grants & Collaborations: Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, with collaborations involving institutions like the Institute of Occupational Medicine (Edinburgh) and the University of Graz. She actively participates in conferences, presenting on topics ranging from lipid bilayer modeling to nanoparticle toxicity.
Labs & Teams: Her research is conducted in the Laboratory for Engineering of Biomembranes, focusing on biomimetic systems and nanomedicine applications.
