David Klenerman

Professor Sir David Klenerman, FMedSci FRS at the Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry, University of Cambridge, develops quantitative biophysical methods using single-molecule fluorescence and scanning probe microscopy to address unresolved biological questions. His work bridges physical sciences and biomedical research, focusing on neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) and immune signaling via T-cells and Toll-like receptors.

Research Highlights:

• Imaging protein aggregates in test-tubes and living cells
• Developing 20nm-resolution imaging techniques
• Co-inventor of next-generation DNA sequencing technology
• Investigating immune receptor triggering mechanisms
• Part of the Cambridge Dementia Research Centre

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS)
• Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (FMedSci)
• Royal Society GSK Research Professor
• Todd-Hamied Fellowship

Team Leadership: Supervises 12 PhD students working on topics ranging from Tau aggregation to chromatin organization, with collaborators across biochemistry, neuroscience, and clinical medicine.