Mohsin Shafiq

Dr. Mohsin Shafiq is a researcher at the Institute of Neuropathology within the Faculty of Medicine at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). His work focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s and prion-related disorders. He investigates mechanisms involving prion protein shedding, extracellular vesicle functions, and amyloid-beta aggregation. His research integrates advanced techniques like mass spectrometry, imaging, and proteomics to uncover disease pathways. Key interests include developing therapeutic strategies targeting prion protein dynamics and understanding the role of extracellular vesicles in neurodegeneration. Dr. Shafiq’s interdisciplinary approach bridges molecular biology, neurology, and bioengineering to advance diagnostics and treatments for neurodegenerative conditions.

His research highlights include studying the protective effects of prion protein shedding, analyzing CSF proteome profiles in Parkinson’s disease, and exploring the impact of viral infections on the nervous system (e.g., neuroinvasion in COVID-19). Collaborative efforts in proteomics and imaging techniques underscore his commitment to translating molecular findings into clinical applications.