Klaus Förstemann

Prof. Dr. Klaus Förstemann is a Professor of Biochemistry at the Gene Center and Department of Biochemistry of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU). He joined LMU in 2006 after completing postdoctoral research at UMass Medical School (USA) and the Swiss Institute for Experimental Cancer Research (Switzerland). His work focuses on molecular mechanisms of gene regulation, RNA interference, and biochemical processes in genetic systems.

• Education:
  • Diplom in Biochemistry from the University of Tübingen (Germany)
  • Doctorate/PhD in Biochemistry from the Université de Lausanne (Switzerland)

Research Interests: Klaus Förstemann's research explores fundamental biochemical pathways, particularly in RNA-mediated gene regulation. His group investigates molecular mechanisms underlying genetic stability and cellular responses to RNA interference, with implications in molecular biology and cancer research.

Contact: Located at Feodor-Lynen-Straße 25, Munich, Germany (Room: A 3.68), he can be reached via phone (+49 (0)89 - 2180 76912) or email (foerstemann@genzentrum.lmu.de).

Scientific Awards

• Career Development Award, Human Frontier Science Program (2008)