Ivan Đikić

Prof. Ivan Đikić is a leading expert in ubiquitin biology and cancer research at Goethe University Frankfurt's Medical Faculty, affiliated with the Institute of Biochemistry II. As a Max Planck Society fellow, he leads multidisciplinary research into molecular principles of life and disease mechanisms. His work focuses on cancer, neurodegeneration, and infections.

• EMBO Member
• Leopoldina Academy Member
• European Academy Member
• American Academy of Arts and Sciences Honorary Member

Research emphasizes pathological alterations in human diseases through advanced techniques like mass spectrometry and phenotypic screening. Recognized with Germany's highest scientific honor, the Leibniz Prize, and Croatia's Order of Duke Branimir for public science advocacy.