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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 20h

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Get impressions and behind the scenes in a video at "WDR Lokalzeit Münsterland" (german only): www1.wdr.de/lokalzeit/fe...

Türen auf mit der Maus beim Chemie-Institut in Münster

Die Lokalzeit Münsterland ist das regionale Magazin im WDR Fernsehen fürs Münsterland.

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 20h

The Institute for Chemical Education @uni-muenster.de welcomed 32 children aged 6 or above and their parents with playful chemical experiments. According to this year’s motto “playing time” well known board games were explored from a new perspective.

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M. Bermúdez @bermudez-lab.bsky.social · 7d

Here, we present MDPath, a novel tool to study allosteric communication pathways within protein structures:
Unraveling Allosteric Communication Paths of Drug Targets through Molecular Dynamics Simulations.
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MDPath: Unraveling Allosteric Communication Paths of Drug Targets through Molecular Dynamics Simulations

Understanding allosteric communication in proteins remains a critical challenge for structure-based, rational drug design. We present MDPath, a Python toolkit for analyzing allosteric communication paths in molecular dynamics simulations using NMI-based analysis. We demonstrate MDPath’s ability to identify both established and novel GPCR allosteric mechanisms using the β2-adrenoceptor, adenosine A2A receptor, and μ-opioid receptor as model systems. The toolkit reveals ligand-specific allosteric effects in β2-adrenoceptor and MOR, illustrating how protein–ligand interactions drive conformational changes. Analysis of ABL1 kinase in complex with allosteric and orthosteric inhibitors demonstrates the broader applicability of the approach. Ultimately, MDPath provides an open-source framework for mapping allosteric communication within proteins, advancing structure-based drug design (https://github.com/wolberlab/mdpath).

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Universität Münster @uni-muenster.de · 3d

Die Zukunft der Batterieproduktion nimmt weiter Fahrt auf. Am 1. Oktober wurde in Münster der Grundstein für den 2. Bauabschnitt der Forschungsfertigung Batteriezelle (FFB Fab) @fraunhofer.bsky.social gelegt. Die Uni Münster ist mit dem Batterieforschungszentrum MEET beteiligt. #Batterien

Zukunftsstandort Nordrhein-Westfalen: Grundsteinlegung für Batterieproduktion der nächsten Generation in Münster

Die Zukunft der Batterieproduktion nimmt weiter Fahrt auf – mitten in Nordrhein-Westfalen. Wirtschafts- und Klimaschutzministerin Mona Neubaur, Wissenschaftsministerin Ina Brandes und Dr. Rolf-Dieter...

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 3d

We welcome all new students at our faculty. Have a good start!!!

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 8d

Congratulations to Thomas Schmidt @pharmacampus-ms.bsky.social on receiving the Innovation Award of the "Gesellschaft für Phytotherapie e. V." for his outstanding research @uni-muenster.de on using topical arnica tincture to treat cutaneous leishmaniasis. Publication: doi.org/10.1371/jour...

Privat-Dozentin Silke Cameron übergibt im Welfenschloss Hann. Münden den Innovationspreis der Gesellschaft für Phytotherapie an Professor Doktor Thomas Schmidt. Copyright: IPBP.

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 8d

At the same time, 15 chemistry teachers used the opportunity to learn about new teaching concepts of the Institute for Chemistry Education in the @pharmacampus-ms.bsky.social and to explore one of our research topics at the Organic Chemistry Institute @uni-muenster.de.

10 of the 15 chemistry teachers are gathered in a half-circle in the foyer of the PharmaCampus for a group photo.

Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 8d

Welcoming the next chemical talents: on our interactive information day, more than 80 high school students explored our faculty. At our practical lab stations, they discussed chemistry with our researchers and instructors and got informed about the studying opportunities.

All participating students are gathered in the foyer of the PharmaCampus for a group photo.

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 9d

Congratulations: the Institute of Business Administration at the Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy @uni-muenster.de has celebrated its 25th anniversary. We thank the institute for its numerous networking activities and its longstanding contribution to the research and the visibility of the faculty.

The professors Stephan von Delft, Jens Leker, and Simon Lux are on the stage for the closing remarks.

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 14d

The faculty congratulates junior group leader Line Muradi from @uni-muenster.de for receiving the @L'Oréal / @unesco.org "For Women in Science"-Award for her outstanding research in using water as an environmentally benign solvent for photochemistry.
Photo: Getty Images for L’Oréal.

Line Muradi receives the "For Women in Science"-award.

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Universität Münster @uni-muenster.de · 15d

Der Hochschultag Münster mit Vorträgen und Schnuppervorlesungen für Studieninteressierte findet am 13. November statt. Anmeldungen sind ab sofort möglich! www.uni-muenster.de/news/view.ph...

Jetzt anmelden: Hochschultag Münster am 13. November

Vorträge und Schnuppervorlesungen, Infostände und Beratungsangebote: Am 13. November findet der nächste Hochschultag in Münster statt. Anmeldungen sind ab sofort möglich.

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 16d

An international team of scientists including Jun.-Prof. Marcel Rey from @uni-muenster.de has developed laser driven microgears. For the first time, movable gears smaller than a hair's diameter were presented, breaking the former threshold of 0.1 mm.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Microskopic picture of four linked mikro-gears in a row.
photo by Gan Wang, CCBY4.0

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 17d

Das Dekanat des Fachbereichs Chemie und Pharmazie sucht Verstärkung in der Fachbereichsverwaltung. Bewerbungen sind noch bis zum 30.09. möglich. Die vollständige Ausschreibung finden Sie unter www.uni-muenster.de/CPJobs/stell....

Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · 21d

After an interactive workshop our student's team is well prepared and highly motivated for their mentoring activities. Now they are looking forward to helping the new students in Chemistry, Food Chemistry and Chemistry Education during their first semester.

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SPP 2363 @spp2363.bsky.social · 24d

Today marked a great start of the second funding period of the SPP 2363 with the first day of our Kick-off meeting at the @leopoldina.org in Halle. Special thanks to Esther Heid for an truly inspiring talk connecting molecular representation, model architectures and reactivity! 🧪💻

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Universität Münster @uni-muenster.de · 23d

A team led by Prof Simon Lux has analysed the future energy demand associated with the EU's goal of strengthening local battery supply chains in Europe. According to their projections, Europe will have to generate significant amounts of energy for local battery cell production: uni.ms/3o7eg #battery

Researchers at the University of Münster analyse future European energy demand for battery cell production

A team led by Prof Simon Lux has analysed the future energy demand associated with the EU's goal of strengthening local battery supply chains in Europe. According to their projections, Europe will hav...

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Universität Münster @uni-muenster.de · Sep 2

Am 29. September veranstaltet das MExLab Chemie @chempharmms.bsky.social einen Studieninformationstag (ab 16 Jahre) und eine Lehrkräftefortbildung – für beide Veranstaltungen kann man sich noch bis zum 19. September anmelden. #Chemie #Didaktik
Alle Infos: www.uni-muenster.de/Chemie.MExLab/

Flyer: Studieninformationstag am 29.09.2025

Flyer: Lehrkräftefortbildung am 29.09.2025

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Universität Münster @uni-muenster.de · Jan 29

Heute ist die Januar-Ausgabe der Unizeitung wissen|leben erschienen. Themen: Geowissenschaftler*innen reagieren auf Kritik aus der Politik am Schulfach Erdkunde. | Das neue Dossier „Energie für die Zukunft“. Dies uvm. in der Printausgabe und online: uni.ms/wl-jan25

Titelblatt der Januar-Ausgabe der Unizeitung

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Universität Münster @uni-muenster.de · Jan 23

Der Wahl-Kompass ist seit heute (23. Januar) online. Entwickelt von einem Team um den Politikwissenschaftler Prof. Norbert Kersting @ifpolms.bsky.social, gibt er Hilfen bei der Wahlentscheidung zur #Bundestagswahl. Parteipositionen werden mit Zitaten aus den Wahlprogrammen belegt und verlinkt.

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Der Wahl-Kompass ist seit heute (23. Januar) online. Entwickelt von einem Team um den Politikwissenschaftler Prof. Dr. Norbert Kersting, gibt er Hilfen bei der Wahlentscheidung zur vorgezogenen Bundes...

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SFB1348 @sfb1348.bsky.social · Jan 17

We have an exciting line-up of speakers for our @sfb1348.bsky.social meeting "Cellular Interfaces across Scales: from Molecules to Tissue Dynamics" from May 7 - 9, 2025. Registration will start on February 1, 2025. More information: crc1348-conference.ycode.site

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Universität Münster @uni-muenster.de · Jan 22

Schülerinnen der Oberstufe und Studentinnen bis zum zweiten Semester sind eingeladen, am Projekt „SmartMatters4You“ teilzunehmen. Nanowissenschaftliche Experimente bieten dabei Einblicke in Forschungsprojekte des Sonderforschungsbereichs „Intelligente Materie“. www.uni-muenster.de/news/view.ph...

NEWSMUSTER

Schülerinnen der Oberstufe und Studentinnen bis zum zweiten Semester sind eingeladen, am Projekt „SmartMatters4You“ teilzunehmen. Nanowissenschaftliche Experimente bieten dabei Einblicke in Forschungs...

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PharmaCampus Münster @pharmacampus-ms.bsky.social · Jan 20

The next DPhG-lecture tomorrow will focus on current developments for Morbus Parkinson.
Prof. Dr. Holger Stark from @hhu.bsky.social will talk about recent aspects of diagnosis and treatment.
Join us at PharmaCampus (Corrensstr., big lecture hall, 18:15) or online: uni.ms/tn0q7

DPhG hybrid - Morbus Parkinson im aktuellen Licht – von der Diagnostik zur Therapie

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · Jan 21

Thank you!

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Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Münster @chempharmms.bsky.social · Jan 21

Thank you! Happy to be here.

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SFB1348 @sfb1348.bsky.social · Jan 20

Visit the exhibition “inVISIBLE” (opening Feb 02)! Scientists at the Multiscale Imaging Centre @uni-muenster.de present 24 images of cells, tissues and organisms. A 12-metre-high wall installation sheds light on biomedical imaging from an artistic perspective.
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Ausstellung unSICHTBAR

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