Innovative solutions for life sciences
We apply advanced computational methods to improve protein stability, extend shelf life, and optimize expression — delivering faster, cost-effective solutions for life sciences without the need for wet lab infrastructure.
Built on structural rigour.
ProtoVela is an emerging biotechnology startup with deep expertise in protein structures, structure-based protein design, protein design and bioinformatics.
As a biotech spin-off focused on protein stability, we look beyond the limits of AlphaFold2 in de novo design and combine physics-based modeling with generative AI. We welcome in silico drug discovery partnerships and deliver tangible results that our partners can validate experimentally.
Structure-based design
Rooted in deep structural biology and crystallography expertise.
Machine learning powered
Modern AI models trained on extensive biological datasets.
Experimentally validated
Designs that translate seamlessly into wet-lab confirmation.
Led by a scientific pioneer
ProtoVela is led by a scientist with decades of experience in protein chemistry, structural biology, and computational design.
Dr. Kornelius Zeth
Dr. Kornelius Zeth has spent decades at the frontier of structural biology and protein chemistry, with deep expertise in membrane proteins, VDAC structural analysis, X-ray crystallography, antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) overcoming bacterial efflux pumps, membrane protein structure prediction and PDB rendering / structural modeling outsourcing. He is a former Professor of Structural Biology at Roskilde University.
At ProtoVela he combines that scientific depth with modern computational and machine-learning approaches to design proteins that are more stable, better expressed and ready for industrial application.
Rooted in BioPark Regensburg
ProtoVela UG is located at BioPark Regensburg, embedded in a regional life-science environment connecting biotech companies, academic research and translational innovation.
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Five entry points into ProtoVela — from process and proof to the intro call.
Expertise
Services, molecule classes and scientific application areas in detail.
Why ProtoVela
Principles, optimisation targets and the eight-step design process.
About
Team, location and scientific leadership behind ProtoVela.
Blog
Field notes on AI, structural biology and protein design.
Contact
Book a free intro call and Project Assessment.