2026 Jiri Lukas: Molecular Biology Researcher – H-Index, Publications & Awards

Discipline name	D-Index	World Ranking	Current World Ranking	National Ranking	Current National Ranking	Publications	Citations
Molecular Biology	120	258	237	2	2	217	63813

Research.com Recognitions

2026 - Research.com Molecular Biology in Denmark Leader Award
2025 - Research.com Molecular Biology in Denmark Leader Award
2024 - Research.com Genetics and Molecular Biology in Denmark Leader Award
2023 - Research.com Genetics and Molecular Biology in Denmark Leader Award
2023 - Research.com Molecular Biology in Denmark Leader Award
2022 - Research.com Genetics and Molecular Biology in Denmark Leader Award
2018 - Member of Academia Europaea
Member of the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO)
Member of the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO)

Overview

Jiri Lukas is affiliated with the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. Their research primarily spans the field of Biochemistry, Genetics, and Molecular Biology, with a focus on Molecular Biology alongside work in Oncology, Surgery, Plant Science, and Cell Biology.

The scientist's main research topics include:

DNA Repair Mechanisms
CRISPR and Genetic Engineering
Genomics and Chromatin Dynamics
Chromosomal and Genetic Variations
DNA and Nucleic Acid Chemistry
Epigenetics and DNA Methylation
PARP inhibition in cancer therapy

Recent publications demonstrate a concentration on DNA replication and genome stability. Key papers include:

Equilibrium between nascent and parental MCM proteins protects replicating genomes, 2020, Nature
Physiological Tolerance to ssDNA Enables Strand Uncoupling during DNA Replication, 2020, Cell Reports
Homology-directed repair protects the replicating genome from metabolic assaults, 2021, Developmental Cell
Homologous Recombination as a Fundamental Genome Surveillance Mechanism during DNA Replication, 2021, Genes
Solving the MCM paradox by visualizing the scaffold of CMG helicase at active replisomes, 2022, Nature Communications

They have collaborated frequently with several researchers, including Kumar Somyajit, Hana Polášek-Sedláčková, Maj-Britt Rask, Gijs Zonderland, and Julian Spies. This indicates ongoing partnerships in related research themes.

Publication venues reflect a presence in journals such as:

Nature
Cell Reports
Developmental Cell
Genes
Nature Communications

Jiri Lukas has been recognized by their peers through membership in prestigious organizations, including the Academia Europaea since 2018 and the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO).

Best Publications

DNA damage response as a candidate anti-cancer barrier in early human tumorigenesis

Jirina Bartkova;Zuzana Horejsí;Karen Koed;Alwin Krämer

3213
Citations
Oncogene-induced senescence is part of the tumorigenesis barrier imposed by DNA damage checkpoints

Jirina Bartkova;Nousin Rezaei;Michalis Liontos;Panagiotis Karakaidos

2280
Citations
Cyclin D1 is a nuclear protein required for cell cycle progression in G1.

Véronique Baldin;Jiri Lukas;María Jesús Marcote;Michele Pagano

2101
Citations
Chk1 and Chk2 kinases in checkpoint control and cancer.

Jiri Bartek;Jiri Lukas

1949
Citations
Human CtIP promotes DNA end resection

Alessandro A. Sartori;Claudia Lukas;Julia Coates;Martin Mistrik

1636
Citations
The ATM-Chk2-Cdc25A checkpoint pathway guards against radioresistant DNA synthesis.

Jacob Falck;Niels Mailand;Randi G. Syljuåsen;Jiri Bartek

1472
Citations
ATM- and cell cycle-dependent regulation of ATR in response to DNA double-strand breaks

Ali Jazayeri;Jacob Falck;Claudia Lukas;Jiri Bartek

1324
Citations
RNF8 Ubiquitylates Histones at DNA Double-Strand Breaks and Promotes Assembly of Repair Proteins

Niels Mailand;Simon Bekker-Jensen;Helene Faustrup;Fredrik Melander

1322
Citations
Retinoblastoma-protein-dependent cell-cycle inhibition by the tumour suppressor p16

Jiri Lukas;David Parry;Louise Aagaard;David J. Mann

1206
Citations
RNF168 Binds and Amplifies Ubiquitin Conjugates on Damaged Chromosomes to Allow Accumulation of Repair Proteins

Carsten Doil;Niels Mailand;Simon Bekker-Jensen;Patrice Menard

1059
Citations
Rapid destruction of human Cdc25A in response to DNA damage.

Niels Mailand;Jacob Falck;Claudia Lukas;Randi G. Syljuåsen

1057
Citations
Checking on DNA damage in S phase

Jiri Bartek;Claudia Lukas;Jiri Lukas

1032
Citations
DNA damage checkpoints: from initiation to recovery or adaptation.

Jiri Bartek;Jiri Lukas

1007
Citations
ATR Prohibits Replication Catastrophe by Preventing Global Exhaustion of RPA

Luis Ignacio Toledo;Matthias Altmeyer;Maj-Britt Rask;Claudia Lukas

876
Citations
More than just a focus: The chromatin response to DNA damage and its role in genome integrity maintenance

Jiri Lukas;Claudia Lukas;Jiri Bartek

850
Citations
Chromatin relaxation in response to DNA double-strand breaks is modulated by a novel ATM- and KAP-1 dependent pathway

Yael Ziv;Dana Bielopolski;Yaron Galanty;Claudia Lukas

827
Citations
Mammalian G1- and S-phase checkpoints in response to DNA damage.

Jiri Bartek;Jiri Lukas

812
Citations
Repression of p15INK4b expression by Myc through association with Miz-1.

Peter Staller;Karen Peukert;Astrid Kiermaier;Joan Seoane

764
Citations
Spatial organization of the mammalian genome surveillance machinery in response to DNA strand breaks

Simon Bekker-Jensen;Claudia Lukas;Risa Kitagawa;Fredrik Melander

741
Citations
Oncogene-induced senescence is part of the tumorigenesis barrier imposed by DNA damage

Jirina Bartkova;Nousin Rezaei;Michalis Liontos;Panagiotis Karakaidos

284
Citations

Frequent Co-Authors

Jiri Bartek Karolinska Institute

Jirina Bartkova Karolinska Institute

Claudia Lukas University of Copenhagen

Jiri Bartek Karolinska Institute

Niels Mailand University of Copenhagen

Simon Bekker-Jensen University of Copenhagen

Claus Storgaard Sørensen University of Copenhagen

Matthias Altmeyer University of Zurich

Vassilis G. Gorgoulis National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Maxwell Sehested Rigshospitalet

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

For those interested in extending their molecular biology background into healthcare or nursing, there are diverse online pathways to consider. Many students with strong science foundations transition into advanced healthcare roles, making use of online degrees that provide flexibility and new career options.

Professionals with an ADN can fast-track their education through adn to np bridge programs, gaining qualifications as a nurse practitioner. Meanwhile, non-nurses with bachelor’s degrees—such as those in molecular biology—might consider online direct entry msn programs to pivot into nursing leadership roles.

Choosing an accredited university is essential to ensure your qualifications are recognized by employers. There are differences in program quality and outcomes; exploring capella university nursing accreditation can help you make a well-informed decision.

If you already have a BSN, consider the streamlined bsn to msn online bridge programs to further enhance your credentials and job prospects in advanced nursing roles.