Ivo Feussner

Prof. Dr. Ivo Feussner is a Professor of Biochemistry at the Department of Plant Biochemistry, Georg August University, Göttingen. He leads the Plant Biochemistry research group at the Albrecht von Haller Institute, focusing on lipid metabolism in plants, algae, mosses, and fungi. His academic journey includes a Diploma (1990) and PhD (1993) from Philipps University, Marburg, followed by habilitation (2000) and leadership of independent research groups in Halle/Saale and Gatersleben before assuming his current position in 2002.

Research Interests: Feussner's work centers on lipid biosynthesis and signaling pathways, particularly oxylipin metabolism, sphingolipid function, and structural lipid networks. Techniques used include metabolomics, molecular genetics, and biochemical analyses. Key projects involve plant defense mechanisms during stress, seed oil content optimization in crops, and insect-plant communication via chemical signals.

Scientific Recognition: Honors include the Ernst Schering Habilitation Prize (2001), Terry-Galliard Medal (2012), and Fellowships at the Saxonian and Göttingen Academies of Sciences. His lab is internationally recognized for lipidomics innovations and contributions to plant stress biology.

Professional Contributions: Feussner collaborates with global institutions, supervises interdisciplinary training programs (e.g., IMPRS GoteNeuro), and leads projects on drought-tolerant poplar trees and lipid-based industrial applications. His lab's address and contact details are available at www.plant-biochem.uni-goettingen.de.