MSc nuclear physics or molecular and cellular biophysics

Click For Summary
SUMMARY

The discussion centers on the comparison between pursuing an MSc in Nuclear Physics and Molecular and Cellular Biophysics at the Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium. Participants highlight the relevance of biophysics research, particularly in pharmacokinetics and the physical properties of proteins and cell structures. The conversation emphasizes the importance of engaging with professors to gain insights into current research trends and potential thesis topics in biophysics.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of pharmacokinetics and its applications in drug development.
  • Familiarity with the physical properties of proteins and cellular structures.
  • Knowledge of current research methodologies in biophysics.
  • Basic understanding of theoretical and nuclear physics concepts.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research current trends in biophysics, focusing on pharmacokinetics.
  • Explore the physical properties of proteins and their implications in biophysics.
  • Investigate potential MSc thesis topics in Molecular and Cellular Biophysics.
  • Connect with professors at Catholic University of Leuven for insights on ongoing research.
USEFUL FOR

Students considering an MSc in physics or biophysics, researchers interested in pharmacokinetics, and anyone exploring the intersection of physical sciences and biological applications.

eXorikos
Messages
281
Reaction score
5
In my university (Catholic University of Leuven (Belgium) we have http://www.kuleuven.be/onderwijs/aanbod/opleidingen/E/SC_51017023.htm" with a few options: theoretical, nuclear, solid state, soft matter.

I always wanted to do nuclear physics (and theoretical, but my math background isn't good enough...). But a while ago there I discovered another master: http://www.kuleuven.be/onderwijs/aanbod/opleidingen/E/SC_50994750.htm".

Is there anybody here who has done biophysics?
 
Last edited by a moderator:
Physics news on Phys.org
I will ask my question a little bit different.

Can someone tell me what research they're doing or know is being done in biophysics and maybe discuss the relevance?

I have a few thesistitles and they don't look like they're even physicsrelated...
 
People that I know in the field of biophysics study phamacokinetics - how various drugs move through the body, and where they end up, which has all sorts of pharmaceutical applications. They also study the physical properties of different protiens or other cell structures - which has always seemed a lot like physical chemistry in my opinion.

You might want to try speaking with some professors in the field at your university. Ask what's currently hot, if they know of any good review articles, and what an MSc thesis in the field might look like.
 

Similar threads

  • · Replies 9 ·
Replies
9
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
587
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
955
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
2K
  • · Replies 13 ·
Replies
13
Views
3K
Replies
2
Views
2K
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
1K
Replies
28
Views
3K