Martin Jakab

Martin Jakab is a full-time Professor at the Institute of Physiology and Pathophysiology, Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg. His research focuses on cell physiology, particularly chondrocyte biology, genetic disorders, and epigenetic mechanisms in cancer.

• Role: Head of Laboratory
• Key Collaborators: Michael Ritter, Christian Mayr, Sabina Dossena

Research Trends: Recent work spans ferroptosis inhibition in chondrocytes, mouse models for Pendred syndrome, and epigenetic therapies for biliary tract cancer. His studies emphasize ion transporters, protein degradation pathways, and novel pharmacological agents.

Scientific Awards:

• Forscher des Jahres 2007
• Sackler-Preis 1997
• Silberner Wissenschaftspreis 2008
• Wissenschaftspreis in Bronze (2013, 2014)

Advising: Supervised multiple graduate theses on topics including inflammasome activation in osteoarthritis and epilepsy pathophysiology. Collaborative projects highlight his leadership in cell-based assays and chloride channel research.