Marie K. Hörnig

Dr. Marie K. Hörnig is a Habilitation candidate working across two institutions: the Dept. of Medical Biology and Center for Electron Microscopy at Rostock University Medical Center, and the Zoological Institute and Museum's Cytology and Evolutionary Biology department at the University of Greifswald. Her research bridges paleontology, evolutionary biology, and advanced imaging techniques to study ancient organisms preserved in amber.

Dr. Hörnig's research focuses on the morphology, behavior, and evolution of fossil insects, particularly those preserved in amber from the Cretaceous and Eocene periods. Her work examines insect behavior frozen in time, including predation, defensive strategies, and social behaviors. She utilizes advanced imaging techniques like synchrotron-radiation computed tomography to examine the internal structures of these ancient specimens. Her research provides insights into the evolutionary history of insects and their ecological roles in ancient forests.

Analysis of Dr. Hörnig's recent publications reveals a strong focus on Cretaceous and Eocene amber inclusions, particularly studying insect behavior preserved in remarkable detail. Her work spans various insect groups including mantises, lacewings, beetles, and roaches, with particular attention to morphological adaptations and evolutionary relationships. She frequently collaborates with researchers across Germany and internationally, contributing to our understanding of ancient ecosystems and insect evolution.

Dr. Hörnig is associated with the research group behind palaeo-evo-devo.info, which appears to focus on paleo-evolutionary developmental biology. Her work combines traditional paleontological methods with modern imaging technologies to examine the development and evolution of ancient organisms.