Biophysical Sciences Institute
The Biophysical Sciences Institute inspires research in the biophysical and biochemical sciences through our interdisciplinary approach. We are dedicated to new discoveries, to delivering breakthroughs and new technologies that lead to economic and societal impact.
About Us
The Biophysical Sciences Institute is a community of over 150 academics and researchers united by an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the fundamental systems of life. Our collegiate and enthusiastic interdisciplinary community is drawn from across 7 departments and multiple disciplines.
We are led by our Executive Committee, which represent grass-root members from across Departments. The Executive is chaired by the BSI Director Professor Steven Cobb (Department of Chemistry), and supported by the BSI Co-Directors Professor Halim Kusumaatmaja (Department of Physics), Dr Liz Morris (Department of Biosciences) and Professor Ehmke Pohl (Department of Biosciences and Chemistry) and the Institute Manager Dr Alex Probert.
Our Research
Our Heritage
Executive Committee
Dr Ulrik Beierholm, Department of Psychology
Professor Tim Blower, Department of Biosciences
Professor Steven Cobb, Department of Chemistry, BSI Director
Professor Halim Kusumaatmaja, Department of Physics, BSI Co-Director
Dr Liz Morris, Department of Biosciences, BSI Co-Director
Professor Bernard Piette, Department of Mathematical Sciences
Professor Ehmke Pohl, Departments of Biosciences and Chemistry & Nevrargenics, BSI Co-Director
Dr Christopher Prior, Department of Mathematical Sciences
Dr Alex Probert, BSI Manager
Professor Ari Sadanandom, Department of Biosciences
Dr Margarita Staykova, Department of Physics
Professor Patrick Steel, Department of Chemistry
Dr Will Trewby, Department of Physics, ECR Committee Chair
Professor Kislon Voitchovsky, Department of Physics