Andreas Papassotiropoulos

Professor Andreas Papassotiropoulos leads the Papassotiropoulos Lab at the Department of Biomedicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Basel. He is a prominent researcher in the Research Platform Molecular and Cognitive Neurosciences (MCN), which focuses on the molecular, neurobiological, and neural underpinnings of human emotional and cognitive processes and the development of novel treatment options for neuropsychiatric disorders.

His research interests span memory, genetics, neuroimaging, drug discovery, neuropsychiatry, and clinical trials in molecular neuroscience. Professor Papassotiropoulos employs a genome-guided approach to understanding cognitive processes and developing therapeutic interventions, with particular focus on working memory, age-related memory decline, and the genetic basis of memory performance.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on translational neuroscience, combining molecular, genetic, and neuroimaging approaches to understand memory mechanisms and develop targeted interventions. His work frequently utilizes both human subjects and model organisms like C. elegans to elucidate fundamental memory processes. Key themes include the genetic architecture of memory, epigenetic mechanisms in trauma response, and pharmacological interventions for cognitive enhancement.

Professor Papassotiropoulos has made significant contributions to understanding how genetic factors influence memory performance and susceptibility to neuropsychiatric conditions. His genome-guided repurposing approach represents an innovative methodology for identifying potential cognitive enhancers based on genetic insights.

His laboratory is part of the vibrant neuroscience community at the University of Basel, collaborating with researchers across disciplines to advance understanding of brain function and develop novel therapeutic approaches for cognitive disorders.