Bernhard Schuster

Bernhard Schuster is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Synthetic Bioarchitectures within the Department of Biotechnology and Food Science at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). His research focuses on biomimetic systems using S-layer proteins for membrane engineering, biosensor development, and nanobiotechnology applications.

• Doctoral Degree (1995) and Postdoctoral Qualification (2004) from TU Graz
• Active in international research networks and conference presentations

Key research areas include:

• Self-assembly of S-layer proteins and lipid membranes
• Bioinspired materials for antimicrobial peptide studies
• Nanocarrier systems with S-layer functionalization
• Membrane protein integration in synthetic environments

Recent publications (2015-2024) demonstrate expertise in:

• Graphene-lipid biosensors
• CRISPR-based archaeal S-layer studies
• Hybrid polymer/lipid membrane architectures
• Cell-free protein synthesis for membrane transporters

Scientific recognition includes:

• Best Paper Award (2014) at Quantum, Nano/Bio and Micro Technologies conference

He contributes to:

• Academic community through conference keynote invitations
• Interdisciplinary collaborations across Europe
• Training in synthetic biology and membrane biotechnology