Lisa Fürtauer

Prof. Lisa Fürtauer is an Assistant Professor at RWTH Aachen University, affiliated with the Department of Molecular Plant Physiology. Her research focuses on molecular systems biology and plant metabolism, particularly investigating carbohydrate metabolism regulation, stress responses, and subcellular dynamics. She leads studies on sucrose biosynthesis, vacuolar functions, and plant adaptation to environmental stresses. Her work integrates computational tools like TEtrimmer for genomic analysis and develops educational platforms such as Computational Photosynthesis to model photosynthesis processes. She also explores halophyte biology and plant immunity mechanisms, contributing to advancements in plant science and biotechnology.