Klaus-Armin Nave

Prof. Klaus-Armin Nave is a Professor of Molecular Biology and Director at the Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences. He holds dual affiliation with the Department of Neurogenetics and collaborates with the Department of Hannelore Ehrenreich. His academic journey includes a PhD from the University of California, San Diego (1987), postdoctoral work at the Salk Institute, and leadership roles at the University of Heidelberg and Max Planck Institutes.

Research Interests:

• Neuronal-glial interactions, focusing on oligodendrocytes and Schwann cells
• Myelination mechanisms and metabolic support of axons
• Role of myelin in neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., multiple sclerosis, leukodystrophies)
• Evolutionary biology of myelination

Lab & Collaborations:

• Labs: Department of Neurogenetics at MPI
• Techniques: Mouse genetics, advanced electron microscopy, metabolic studies