Matthias Kliegel

Prof. Matthias Kliegel is a Full Professor (Professeur ordinaire) and Chair of Cognitive Aging at the University of Geneva's Department of Psychology. He holds a Diplom-Psychologie (1999) and Diplom-Theologie (1997) from the University of Mainz, and a PhD (2002) and Habilitation (2005) in Psychology from Heidelberg and Zurich Universities, respectively.

• Education:
  • 1991–1999: Psychology, Philosophy, Theology (Universities of Vienna, Mainz, New Mexico)
  • 1997: Diplom-Theologie (Mainz)
  • 1999: Diplom-Psychologie (Mainz)
  • 2002: PhD, Heidelberg University
  • 2005: Habilitation, Zurich University

His research focuses on cognitive aging, prospective memory, and lifespan development. He has held leadership roles, including Director of TU Dresden's Institute of Educational and Developmental Psychology (2007–2011) and Co-Chair of Saxony's Expert Panel for Healthy Aging (2007–2011). His work bridges cognitive neuroscience, psychology, and educational sciences.

Key awards include the Vontobel Award (2003) and a Distinguished Visiting Fellowship (2010). His publications explore stress effects on cognition, memory development across ages, and neural correlates of cognitive tasks.

Professional contributions include editorial roles and grants review (e.g., Cusanuswerk PhD scholarships). His research emphasizes translational applications, such as improving memory strategies for older adults.