Research Group Molecular and Medical Biology
The Molecular & Medical Biology Research Group conducts research in basic and translational science of molecular biology and biomedical problems. Common to all activities is an interest in cellular signaling pathways affecting cell appearance, metabolism and behavior. The research group covers a broad spectrum of biological disciplines and works with bacteria, yeast, insect and mammalian cells as model systems. Key areas of interest are:
- Biomedical research (biology of cancer, pathogens, autoimmunity and life style diseases)
- Protein and peptide research (development and use of bioactive peptides and antifreeze proteins)
- Cell biology research (molecular mechanisms in DNA replication, gene regulation and signaling).
We do much of our research in collaboration with external partners from both public institutions and the private sector. The research group has a long-term collaboration with Region Zealand's hospitals, both scientifically and educationally in terms of the Medical Biology Study Program. We continuously work to develop collaborations with external partners in both basic and translational research even further.
The Molecular & Medical Biology Research Group is located in a modern laboratory building fully equipped to do research in biology and chemistry. The building contains among other things two confocal microscopes, which researchers from outside the university can use. Read more about the possibilities at microscope-core.ruc.dk
 
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  Roskilde University's laboratories are located in a modern building fully equipped for research in biology and chemistry. The building contains, among other things, two confocal microscopes that researchers from outside Roskilde University can use. The confocal microscopes can be rented by researchers after completing a mandatory training program. Find information about specifications, booking and prices: Microscope Core Facility at Department of Science and Environment, Roskilde University 
Publications
- Highly sensitive luciferase-based assay with red fluorescent protein expression for accurate quantitative monitoring and real-time visualization of cell invasionChristensen, M. L., Kirkegaard, T., G?genur, I., Diness, F., Troelsen, J. T. & Jessen, S. B., Jan 2026, In: Analytical Biochemistry. 708, 8 p., 115986.- Research output: Contribution to journal ? Journal article ? Research ? peer-review 
- A biofilm-targeting lipo-peptoid to treat Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus co-infectionsWardell, S. J. T., Yung, D. B. Y., Nielsen, J. E., Lamichhane, R., S?rensen, K., Molchanova, N., Herlan, C., Lin, J. S., Br?se, S., Wise, L. M., Barron, A. E. & Pletzer, D., Jun 2025, In: Biofilm. 9, 13 p., 100272.- Research output: Contribution to journal ? Journal article ? Research ? peer-review 
- A comprehensive review/expert statement on environmental risk factors of cardiovascular diseaseMuenzel, T., S?rensen, M., Lelieveld, J., Landrigan, P. J., Kuntic, M., Nieuwenhuijsen, M., Miller, M. R., Schneider, A. & Daiber, A., 11 Aug 2025, In: Cardiovascular Research. 121, p. 1653-1678 26 p.- Research output: Contribution to journal ? Review ? peer-review 
Activities
- Biological network formation and cell fate allocation in the developing pancreas- Nyeng, P. (Speaker) 9 Apr 2024- Activity: Talk or presentation ? Lecture and oral contribution 
- Nanomaterial Mediated Non-canonical DNA Structures for Biomedical Applications- Shah, P. (Speaker) 19 Nov 2023 → 22 Nov 2023- Activity: Talk or presentation ? Lecture and oral contribution 
Press-media
- Forsker skal unders?ge, hvem fl?ter helst vil bide- 15/10/2025 - 1 item of Media coverage - Press/Media: Press / Media 
- Hvilke mennesker tiltr?kkes fl?ter af? Forsker skal unders?ge de sm? miders pr?ferencer- 14/10/2025 - 1 item of Media coverage - Press/Media: Press / Media 
- Vildt Naturligt: Skal vi frygte blodsugerne?- 13/10/2025 - 1 item of Media coverage - Press/Media: Press / Media 
Insights
 
      
      Base at Roskilde University
The research group is based at Department of Science and Environment
Participating research units: Centre for Frustrated Molecular Interactions
PhD programme: Doctoral School of Science and Environment
Relevant degree programmes: Molecular Biology // Mathematical Bioscience // International tt备用网址 in Natural Sciences
 
      
      More information
Find additional information about Molecular and Medical Biology:
Research group website at Roskilde University Research Portal
 
      
      Contact
Research group leader
Jesper Troelsen
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Phone: +45 4674 2728
troelsen@ruc.dk