Johannes Fraaije

Johannes Fraaije is a distinguished scientist and entrepreneur with extensive experience in physical chemistry, computational modeling, and the bioindustry. Currently serving as Chief Science Advisor at IridescentBio since January 2023, Johannes focuses on automating patent analysis and protein interactions. Previous roles include Professor of Physical Chemistry at Leiden University, where innovative algorithms for industrial chemical modeling were developed, and Chief Science Advisor at Siemens PLM, facilitating the integration of Culgi into a larger corporate structure. Johannes founded Culgi, a chemical modeling company, after establishing a foundation in computational chemistry at the University of Groningen and co-founding Interphase Consulting. Early career highlights encompass a patent investigation at Akzo Nobel and postdoctoral research at Collège de France. Johannes holds a PhD from Wageningen University & Research, where research centered on the thermodynamics of proteins at interfaces.