Bela Bode

Bela Bode is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Chemistry, University of St Andrews, specializing in Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) Spectroscopy techniques and their applications in structural biophysics and catalysis. His research focuses on adapting EPR methodologies to study nanometre-scale molecular dynamics, particularly in (bio)molecules and materials.

• Education: MChem and PhD from Goethe University Frankfurt
• Teaching: Inorganic chemistry at sub-honours and honours levels, including bioinorganic chemistry and magnetic resonance spectroscopy

Bode's group develops EPR techniques to probe local chemical environments and conformational changes in macromolecules. His work spans metal ion binding sites, spin labeling, and nanometrology, with applications in biomedical sciences and catalysis.

Key trends in his publications (e.g., 2021–2024) include CRISPR proteases, riboswitches, and metal-coordinated proteins, reflecting interdisciplinary EPR applications. His recent grants include projects from the EPSRC, BBSRC, and Royal Society.

Scientific Awards:

• Dr Albert-Hloch Award (2001)
• Ernst Award (2007)
• Feodor-Lynen Fellowship (2009)
• Henkel Award for Best Diploma (2004)
• Magnetic Resonance in Chemistry Young Investigator Award (2007)

He actively contributes to postgraduate supervision and holds a leadership role in EaSTCHEM, a collaborative chemistry research network.