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Antonella Di Pizioمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Modeling
• Chemosensory Research
• Drug Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Antonella Di Pizio is a Professor for Chemoinformatics and Protein Modeling at the Department of Molecular Life Sciences, School of Life Sciences, Technical University of Munich. Since 2018, she has led the Molecular Modeling group at the Leibniz Institute of Food Systems Biology at the TU Munich, focusing on computational approaches to study biomolecular interactions in food effector systems and chemoreceptor-mediated processes. Ph.D. in Pharmacy from University of Chieti, Italy (2013–2018) Senior Postdoc at Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel (2013–2018) Her research integrates molecular docking, dynamics simulations, and machine learning to model chemosensory GPCRs, identify taste/odor-active compounds, and design food ingredients with therapeutic applications. She emphasizes predictive modeling for food reformulation and health improvement. The six 2020 publications highlight her work on bitter taste receptors (TAS2R14), computational protocols for ligand design, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Themes include food chemistry, drug discovery, and chemoreception mechanisms. 2022: Leibniz Best Minds Program for Women Professors 2020: Visiting Professorship at University of Milano 2019: Platinum Manfred Rothe Excellence Award 2013: Bernardo Nobile Doctorate Award 2017: Keystone Symposia Future of Science Fund She also serves as Working Group Leader [WG3] for the ERNEST Cost Action CA18133 and on the editorial board of Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences. Her teaching includes courses on molecular modeling, drug design, and chemoinformatics.

Th. Hummelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Olfaction
• Gustation
• Chemoreception
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. med. Th. Hummel is a senior physician and department head at the ENT Clinic of the Carl Gustav Carus Medical Faculty, Technical University of Dresden. He leads the Interdisciplinary Center for Smell and Taste and the 'Smell and Taste' department, with a distinguished career in clinical and research aspects of chemosensory function. Education: Human Medicine, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (1980–1986) Promotion (MD Thesis), University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (1987) Habilitation in Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (1996) Extraordinary Professorship, TU Dresden (2003) His research focuses on the physiology and pharmacology of smell, taste, and trigeminal sensation , employing psychophysical, electrophysiological, and neuroimaging methods. He investigates chemosensory dysfunction in neurological (Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s), psychiatric (schizophrenia), and systemic conditions, as well as post-traumatic and post-infectious loss. His work includes developing diagnostic tools like the Sniffin’ Sticks and Universal Sniff Test. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on olfactory training, neural correlates of smell, chemosensory changes in disease, and methodological innovation in sensory testing , often using fMRI, EEG, and large-scale clinical data. Scientific Awards: ECRO Award for Excellence in Chemosensory Research (1996) Alexander von Humboldt Prize (2009) Professor Dr. Ludwig-Haymann Prize (2018) Prof. Hummel has held editorial roles in major journals including Chemical Senses , European Archives of Otorhinolaryngology , and PLoS One . He has not explicitly listed advisees, but his extensive collaborative network suggests mentorship of junior researchers. His research is supported by numerous publications and high citation metrics (h-index 114, over 52,000 citations). He is actively involved in multiple research consortia across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, focusing on smell and taste disorders. His lab contributes to both clinical diagnostics and fundamental neuroscience of chemoreception.

• Chemical Ecology
• Plant Biochemistry
• Insect-Plant Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Gershenzon is a Professor and Director at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology in Jena, Germany. He leads the Department for Biochemistry and the Project Group Forest Beetles and Friends. His research focuses on chemical interactions between plants, herbivores, and microbes, with a particular emphasis on specialized metabolites like glucosinolates and terpenes. His work explores how plants defend against herbivory, how insects detoxify plant defenses, and the ecological implications of these interactions. He holds a Silver Medal from the International Society of Chemical Ecology (2024) and was elected to EMBO (2024) and the Leopoldina (2021). He has been a Highly Cited Researcher since 2015, with continuous recognition in Plant and Animal Science. His awards include the Charles M. Sweeley Lectureship (2025) and membership in the American Association for the Advancement of Science (2012). Research interests span chemical ecology, plant defense mechanisms, insect detoxification strategies, and microbial interactions. He investigates how plant chemistry influences insect behavior, microbial communities, and ecological networks. Notable projects include studies on the role of fungal endophytes in plant defense and the metabolic responses of conifers to biotic stressors. His lab’s work addresses fundamental questions in plant biology and applied challenges like pest management. Collaborative projects often involve metabolomics, biochemical assays, and ecological field studies.

Jürgen Behrمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Food Systems Biology
• Transcriptomics
• Proteomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jürgen Behr is a Senior Researcher and Head of the Subunit Integrated Data Management at the Leibniz Institute for Food Systems Biology at the Technical University of Munich (Leibniz-LSB@TUM). His work focuses on integrating data management and advanced profiling techniques for food biology research. Current roles: Head of Subunit Integrated Data Management, Senior Researcher Group Transcriptome & Proteome Profiling Institution: Leibniz Institute for Food Systems Biology at Technical University of Munich Research Areas: Food Systems Biology Transcriptomics and Proteomics Chemoreceptor-mediated Human Biology Big Data Management in Life Sciences Contact: Lise-Meitner-Str. 34, 85354 Freising, Germany | Tel: +49 8161 71-2946 | ORCID/Scopus IDs

Jürgen Kriegerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Insect Chemoreception
• Olfactory Systems
• Molecular Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jürgen Krieger serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Animal Physiology within the Faculty of Natural Sciences at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Germany. His research laboratory is situated at Hoher Weg 8, Room 8.11, in Halle (Saale), with postal address Tierphysiologie, 06099 Halle (Saale). His research focuses on insect chemoreception mechanisms, specifically investigating molecular physiology of olfactory systems including primary odorant detection processes and signal transduction pathways. He examines neural coding of pheromone signals in insects, contributing to fundamental understanding of chemical communication in invertebrates. This work bridges molecular biology and sensory physiology with applications in behavioral ecology. As department head, Prof. Krieger leads research and teaching initiatives in animal physiology, overseeing laboratory operations and academic programs centered on invertebrate sensory systems within the Institute of Biology/Zoology.

Megha Majoeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Social Behavior in Animals
• Evolutionary Biology
• Behavioral Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Megha Majoe is a Researcher at the Institute of Organismic and Molecular Evolutionary Biology, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. Her work focuses on understanding social behavior, aging mechanisms, and reproductive trade-offs in social insects like ants, combining molecular and behavioral approaches. She collaborates with Prof. Dr. Susanne Foitzik and Dr. Volker Nehring on projects exploring the interplay between fecundity, longevity, and sociality in ants. Education: BSc Zoology, Ramnarain Ruia College Mumbai (2014–2016) MSc Zoology, University of Melbourne (2016–2017) Doctoral Candidature at JGU Mainz (continuing since 2020), previously at University of Freiburg (2018–2020) Research Interests: She investigates how social living influences fitness and aging in organisms, particularly ants and macaques. Her PhD project examines reversals of fecundity-longevity trade-offs in ants using transcriptomics and experimental manipulations. She bridges molecular analyses with behavioral observations to uncover evolutionary drivers of social behavior. Recent Research Trends: Her publications emphasize queen-worker interactions in ants, effects of queen presence/absence on worker traits, and molecular mechanisms underlying aging. She studies invasive ant species like Tapinoma magnum and Lasius neglectus, focusing on how social organization shapes physiology and behavior. Grants and Labs: Collaborates with the Foitzik Lab at JGU Mainz, contributing to projects like the So-Long consortium. Her work integrates field studies, lab experiments, and genomic tools to address fundamental questions in evolutionary biology and social insect ecology.

• Neuroscience
• Cardiovascular Research
• Gene Therapy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ingke Braren is a research scientist at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE), affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine. Her work spans multiple research areas including neuroscience, cardiovascular research, gene therapy, metabolism, and lysosomal biology. She is actively involved in the Hamburg Center of Neuroscience (HCNS) and Cardiovascular research groups at UKE. Dr. Braren's research interests focus on: Neuroscience, particularly brainstem circuits for respiratory chemosensitivity Cardiovascular research, including cardiomyocyte function and engineered heart tissue Gene therapy using AAV vectors for targeted delivery Metabolism, especially brown adipose tissue biology Lysosomal function and related diseases Her publication record from 2010-2024 shows consistent research output across these domains, with recent work focusing on cardiac function, AAV vector systems, respiratory control circuits, and lysosomal biology. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary approaches combining molecular biology, tissue engineering, and in vivo models. Dr. Braren has collaborated extensively with researchers across the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, contributing to numerous high-impact publications in journals such as Circulation Research, Cell Reports, and EMBO Molecular Medicine. Her work often involves advanced techniques including optogenetics, iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes, and engineered heart tissue models.

Frank Zufallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Neurobiology
• Sensory Neuroscience
• Olfactory System
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Frank Zufall is a Professor at Saarland University's School of Medicine, specializing in Molecular Neurobiology. His research focuses on the olfactory system's ability to detect diverse molecular stimuli and translate them into neural recognition processes affecting behavior, immunity, and health. Research Interests: Anatomical and Molecular Organization of sensory systems Synaptic and Sensory Function dynamics Signal Transduction Mechanisms in neurons Genetics of Odor Sensing and receptor biology Recent Scientific Contributions: His work spans TRPC channel signaling in metabolic regulation, neuroimmune interactions in olfactory epithelium, and molecular pathophysiology of nasal tumors. Collaborative studies highlight integrative approaches combining genetics, molecular biology, and systems-level analysis.

• Insect Symbiosis
• Chemical Ecology
• Biosynthesis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Heiko Vogel is a Project Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology , leading the Department of Insect Symbiosis . His research focuses on understanding symbiotic relationships, chemical defense mechanisms, and evolutionary adaptations in insects. Key areas include insect-microbe interactions, genomic basis of adaptation, and ecological niche specialization. Vogel’s work integrates molecular biology, genomics, and ecological studies to unravel how insects adapt to diverse environments and host plants. His recent publications highlight contributions to understanding defense systems in bombardier beetles, symbiotic communities in herbivorous insects, and the genetic underpinnings of host plant specialization. While no formal awards or student advisees are listed, his research has advanced knowledge in chemical ecology and insect-microbe symbiosis.

Jakob Kriegerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuroanatomy
• Crustacean Evolution
• Olfactory Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jakob Krieger is a researcher at the Zoological Institute and Museum, Universität Greifswald, specializing in neuroanatomy and evolutionary adaptations of crustaceans. His work focuses on olfactory systems, sensory evolution, and terrestrial adaptations in crustaceans such as hermit crabs, robber crabs, and hydrothermal vent shrimp. He employs advanced techniques including X-ray microscopy, immunohistochemistry, and behavioral experiments. Krieger earned his Ph.D. in 2016 with a thesis on neuroanatomical studies of the giant robber crab Birgus latro. His research spans comparative neurobiology, crustacean ecology, and evolutionary biology, with publications in journals like Arthropod Structure & Development and eLife . He co-edited a special issue on terrestrial arthropod adaptations and contributed to studies on olfactory pathways and crustacean brain evolution. Research highlights include analyzing the olfactory systems of terrestrial crabs, investigating navigation strategies of giant robber crabs using GPS telemetry, and studying the neuroanatomical changes in crustaceans transitioning from marine to terrestrial environments. His work bridges neuroethology, comparative morphology, and evolutionary biology, with a focus on understanding sensory adaptations and their ecological implications.

Marko Brankatschkمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Lipid Metabolism
• Neurobiology
• Drosophila Genetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marko Brankatschk is a Guest Researcher at the Technical University of Dresden (TU Dresden), leading the Brankatschk Lab focused on neural-glial membrane biology and lipid metabolism in Drosophila melanogaster . His work examines how circulating lipids regulate temperature-dependent metabolism, blood-brain barrier function, and cognitive capacity in fruit flies through dietary and structural mechanisms. His research centers on lipid metabolism as a critical regulator of environmental adaptation, with key interests in neural-glial membrane dynamics , temperature-dependent foraging behavior , and systemic lipid signaling . The lab investigates how unsaturated lipids modulate biophysical membrane properties under thermal stress, how dietary sterols serve as metabolic cues, and how glial cells fuel neuronal metabolism via β-oxidation during metabolic challenges. This work bridges comparative physiology , membrane biophysics , and neurogenetics to understand conserved metabolic adaptation strategies. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dominant trends in regenerative lipidology (2024), glia-neuron metabolic coupling (2020-2023), and ecological lipid signaling (2019-2021). His work consistently employs Drosophila to model fundamental processes relevant to human metabolic diseases, with increasing focus on cross-tissue lipid transport and regenerative mechanisms. Dr. Brankatschk actively collaborates with international partners including Stefanie Schirmeier (University of Münster), Tatiana Sandoval-Guzmán (CRTD Dresden), Klaus Reinhardt (TU Dresden), Adam Dobson (University of Glasgow), and Anna Taubenberger (TU Dresden BIOTEC). His research is funded by European and German institutions, supporting investigations into lipid-driven physiological adaptations. The Brankatschk Lab operates within TU Dresden's biotechnology ecosystem, leveraging the university's Center for Regenerative Therapies (CRTD) and BIOTEC infrastructure. Current projects explore lipid-mediated regeneration in Drosophila and Ambystoma mexicanum , neural membrane plasticity under thermal stress, and metabolic interactions in nutrient-deprived nervous systems.

Geraldine Zimmer-Benschمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroepigenetics
• DNA Methylation
• Histone Modifications
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Geraldine Zimmer-Bensch is a Professor at RWTH Aachen University's Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Natural Sciences. Her research focuses on neuroepigenetics, particularly DNA methylation, histone modifications, and long non-coding RNAs in cortical development, neuronal function, aging, and neurodegenerative diseases. She leads a dynamic laboratory team and contributes to academic leadership as Prodekanin (Vice Dean) of her faculty. Primary affiliation: RWTH Aachen University, Germany Role: Academic leadership (Prodekanin) and research leadership Research themes: Epigenetic mechanisms in brain development and disease Her epigenetic research spans: Mechanistic studies of DNMT1 in cortical interneuron migration and survival Role of lncRNAs in glioma pathogenesis and brain evolution Epigenetic responses to trauma in psychiatric disorders Post-translational protein modifications in neurodegeneration 3D cell migration analysis using microfluidic systems Computational approaches to protein interaction hotspots Recent publications highlight her work on DNA methylation dynamics, ephrin signaling, and epigenetic contributions to neurodevelopmental and degenerative conditions. Her team develops advanced stem cell-derived models for studying retinal function and glioblastoma behavior.

• Neuroethology
• Biological Imaging
• Neurobiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andreas Hillmair is Deputy Director - Operations and Head of Operations at the Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at Helmholtz Munich and the Chair of Biological Imaging at Technical University of Munich. He holds a PhD in Neurobiology and Behavior (summa cum laude, University of Wuerzburg) and conducted postdoctoral research on honeybee pheromonal communication at CNRS in France. His expertise spans science management, academic administration, neuroethology, and biological imaging. He has managed interdisciplinary imaging research teams since 2013, overseeing institutional and third-party funding. His research background includes studying colony recognition in ants and honeybee social communication using advanced imaging techniques. Education: PhD in Neurobiology and Behavior, University of Wuerzburg (2007–2010) Studies in Biology (Neurobiology), University of Wuerzburg (graduated 2007) Research Interests: Neuroethological mechanisms of social recognition, olfactory processing in insects, and development of imaging techniques for biological systems. His work bridges fundamental research and applied imaging technology, focusing on how sensory systems enable complex social behaviors in insects. Current efforts emphasize optimizing science management frameworks to accelerate translational imaging research. Key Contributions: Pioneered methodologies for low-volatility odor delivery in insect behavior studies (2010) and revealed parallel processing of social odors in ant antennal lobes (2011). Transitioned into science management to operationalize cutting-edge imaging research, leading to the 2023 Excellence Award in Scientific Management. Awards: 2023: Excellence in Scientific Management Award 2015–2018: Outstanding Performance Recognition (Helmholtz Munich) 2009: Best Poster Award (German Zoological Society) Labs & Teams: Leads the Operations unit at IBMI, coordinating over 15 interdisciplinary research groups and managing €15M+ in annual funding. Collaborates closely with the Chair of Biological Imaging at TU Munich to advance multimodal imaging technologies for clinical and biological applications.

• Biochemistry
• Plant-Aphid Interactions
• Plant-Environment Interactions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maximilian Lehenberger serves as a Project Group Leader in the Department for Biochemistry at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology in Jena, Germany. His research program focuses on the intricate ecological relationships between ambrosia beetles and their symbiotic microbial communities within forest ecosystems. His research interests span multiple interconnected domains: Biochemistry of plant-insect interactions Plant-Aphid and Plant-Pathogen Interactions Plant-Environment Interactions and Conifer Defense mechanisms Detoxification pathways and Mode of Action studies Forest Beetle ecology and symbiotic relationships Dr. Lehenberger's publication record reveals a consistent research trajectory examining the biochemical, genetic, and ecological dimensions of ambrosia beetle symbiosis. His work bridges microbiology, entomology, and chemical ecology to unravel how these insects cultivate fungal gardens in nutrient-poor substrates while managing complex microbial communities. His notable recognition includes: 2023: Förderpreis der Ingrid Weiss / Horst Wiehe Stiftung for research on symbiotic microbial communities in fungus-farming ambrosia beetles As leader of the 'Forest Beetles and Friends' project group, Dr. Lehenberger directs research investigating the biochemical mechanisms that enable ambrosia beetles to farm fungi in forest environments. His team employs genomic, biochemical, and ecological approaches to understand these specialized symbiotic systems and their implications for forest health and ecosystem dynamics.

Dietmar Krautwurstمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemosensory Biology
• Odorant Receptors
• Food Chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dietmar Krautwurst is a Professor at the Leibniz-Institute for Food Systems Biology at the Technical University of Munich. His research focuses on chemosensory receptors , particularly odorant receptors (ORs), and their roles in food-related olfaction, immune cell function, and postprandial physiology. Head of Research Group Taste & Odor Systems Reception Project leader for S1 genetic engineering and Nagoya Protocol compliance Research Highlights: Elucidated odorant coding via broadly/narrowly tuned ORs Discovered ORs as markers for leukocyte subpopulations Developed cell-free, receptor-based odorant detection systems Publications & Technology: His recent work involves molecular modeling of ORs, copper-binding motifs in OR2M3, and biotechnological applications of foodborne odorant signaling. Articles span GPCR activation mechanisms , food aroma analysis , and immune system interactions . Teaching: Lectures on Chemoreception, signaling, and cellular function at TUM, with seminars on PCR technology.