معرفی
Aleksander Rebane is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Physics at New York University Abu Dhabi. He holds a BS in interdisciplinary sciences from ETH Zürich, an MS in physics from Osaka University, and a PhD in physics from Yale University. His research focuses on experimental biophysics, particularly the self-organization and function of biomolecules like proteins and lipids within cells, with emphasis on synaptic synapses and Golgi Apparatus architecture. He has received prestigious awards including the NIH Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Award (2016) and a Swiss National Science Foundation Ambizione grant (2021). His work combines optical tweezers, phase separation studies, and membrane mechanics to explore molecular mechanisms in cellular processes.
Education Background:
- Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Sciences (ETH Zürich)
- Master’s in Physics (Osaka University)
- PhD in Physics (Yale University)
Research Interests: Dr. Rebane investigates liquid-liquid phase separation, single-molecule biophysics, and membrane dynamics. His lab studies Golgi architecture stability via phase separation and lipid bilayer mechanics. Recent work explores metabolic regulation of protein condensates and enzymatic activity in crowded droplets.
Grants & Awards:
- Swiss National Science Foundation Ambizione Grant (2021)
- National Institutes of Health Ruth L. Kirschstein Award (2016)
Advising & Grants: As a group leader since 2021, he oversees research on metabolically active phase-separated systems. His work has led to advancements in understanding Golgi morphogenesis and synaptic transmission mechanisms. Courses taught include Statistical Mechanics, Biophysics labs, and advanced research seminars.
Labs & Teams: Lead the phase separation research group at NYUAD, collaborating with teams at ETH Zürich and Yale. Focus areas include biomolecular condensates, membrane trafficking, and single-molecule force spectroscopy.
