Palivan Cornelia

Prof. Dr. Cornelia Palivan is currently Professor in the Chemistry Department at the University of Basel. The main focus of her research group is at the interface between physical-chemistry, nanoscience and biophysics, with particular emphasis on bio-nano-systems for translational applications. Her research interests are in the field of developing hybrid functional materials based on combinations of biomolecules with synthetic assemblies, and their interactions with cells or microorganisms. She published more than 170 research articles and reviews in the field, and received various prizes. She is international expert for evaluation of research projects (e.g. ERA-Chemistry and ERC grants program EU).