Mathias O. Senge

Professor Mathias O. Senge holds the Chair of Organic Chemistry at Trinity College Dublin since 2005, following his appointment as Professor of Organic Chemistry at the University of Potsdam (2002-2005). His career spans multiple international institutions including Freie Universität Berlin and UC Davis.

His educational background includes:

• Graduation from Philipps Universität Marburg (1986)
• Ph.D. in Plant Biochemistry, Philipps Universität Marburg (1989)
• Habilitation in Organic Chemistry, Freie Universität Berlin (1996)

Professor Senge's research focuses on the chemistry and biochemistry of tetrapyrroles, photobiology, crystallography, and medicinal/bioorganic chemistry. His work explores the structural and functional properties of tetrapyrrole compounds critical to biological processes like photosynthesis and cellular respiration, with applications in photodynamic therapy and biomimetic systems.

His accolades include:

• Science Foundation Ireland Research Professor
• Studienstiftung des Deutschen Volkes Fellowship
• Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft Fellowship

With over 280 scientific publications and one patent, he has delivered 125+ invited talks and presented 300+ conference contributions. Professor Senge actively mentors through extensive science outreach programs, regularly visiting schools to inspire future researchers in chemistry and biochemistry.