جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Cancer Nanomedicine
• Molecular Imaging
• Nano-Immunotherapy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexandros Marios Sofias is head of the "Immune Cell Targeting and Imaging" Research Group at the Institute for Experimental Molecular Imaging (ExMI) of RWTH Aachen University, Germany, and Co-Chair of the Image-Guided Drug Delivery (IGDD) Study Group of the European Society for Molecular Imaging (ESMI). Education: PhD in Nanomedicine (2019) MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2016) Diploma in Pharmacy (2014) Research Focus: His laboratory integrates in vivo multimodal imaging with advanced nanomedicine design to decode the fate of therapeutic nanoparticles and to develop nano-immunotherapeutics that reprogram the tumor immune microenvironment. Core themes include: Real-time tracking of nanoparticle biodistribution via intravital microscopy and PET/MRI. Leveraging immune cells (neutrophils, macrophages) as active carriers (“hitchhiking”) to enhance tumor targeting. Engineering 3-D vascularized tumor models for preclinical validation. Translational development of core-crosslinked polymeric micelles and lipid nanoparticles for image-guided drug delivery. Publication Trends: Across >25 high-impact papers since 2020, Sofias has consistently advanced the intersection of nanomedicine, molecular imaging, and cancer immunotherapy. His work has progressively shifted from passive EPR-based targeting to active immune-cell-mediated delivery, emphasizing real-time imaging feedback to optimize therapy. Grants & Collaborations: Although specific grant numbers are not listed, the extensive co-authorship network with Kiessling, Lammers, Storm, Mulder and others indicates substantial national (DFG, BMBF) and European (ERC, Horizon Europe) funding streams. The team participates in large consortia such as the ESMI IGDD study group. Labs & Teams: He leads the “Immune Cell Targeting and Imaging” group housed within the state-of-the-art ExMI building at RWTH Aachen, equipped with preclinical PET/MRI, high-resolution intravital microscopy, nanoformulation suites, and 3-D bioprinting facilities.

• Systems Biology
• Microbial Ecology
• Metabolic Modelling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Silvio Waschina is an Assistant Professor in Nutriinformatics at Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel , Germany. His research focuses on integrating metabolic modelling , microbial ecology , and computational systems biology to understand host-microbiome interactions. Research Focus Specializing in constraint-based metabolic network analysis and computational metabolomics , Waschina develops predictive models of microbial communities using gapseq and Eutropia software. His work spans gut microbiome dynamics in preterm infants , chronic inflammation in IBD, and cross-feeding interactions in bacterial communities. Key Publications Recent studies (2024-2025) include multi-omics analysis of microbiome aging, antibiotic resistance dissemination , and precision nutrition strategies. His pan-genomic reconstruction methods enable high-resolution metabolic community simulations. Education Diploma in Bioinformatics (Biological Sciences), Friedrich Schiller University Jena (2006-2012) PhD in Bioorganic Chemistry and Theoretical Systems Biology , Max-Planck-Institut für chemische Ökologie (2012-2015) Software Development Co-developer of gapseq (metabolic pathway prediction) and Eutropia (agent-based microbial community simulation), both open-source tools advancing spatial metabolic modelling and microbiome engineering .

Karin Buschمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mitochondrial Dynamics
• Cellular Bioenergetics
• Oxidative Phosphorylation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Karin Busch is a faculty member at the University of Münster, leading the Busch Lab: Cellular Bioenergetics within the Institute of Integrative Cell Biology and Physiology . Her research focuses on mitochondrial dynamics, bioenergetics, and spatiotemporal organization of membrane protein complexes, particularly in oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS) systems. She actively participates in interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Cells in Motion Interfaculty Centre and supervises the CiM-IMPRS Graduate Program . Her work combines advanced microscopy techniques (e.g., superresolution imaging, FLIM) to study mitochondrial ultrastructure and function in live mammalian cells. Key research themes include mitochondrial supercomplex assembly, cristae architecture, and their roles in cellular adaptation to metabolic stress and aging. Recent studies highlight the impact of mitochondrial dysfunction on neurodegenerative diseases and cardiac physiology. Prof. Busch collaborates extensively with groups like CALMOS and the Biophysics group/Osnabrück , refining fluorescent reporter systems and quantitative analysis tools. Her lab also explores mitochondrial signaling pathways, such as NF-κB activation via LUBAC platforms, linking mitochondrial biology to immune responses and cellular stress. Her advising and grant activities include mentoring over 20 graduate students and postdocs, many of whom have contributed to high-impact publications. Notable projects include studies on senescent cardiomyocytes, viral myocarditis models, and mitochondrial dynamics in neural cells.

Yvonne Garbersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organizational Psychology
• Leadership
• Human Resource Management
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Yvonne Garbers is a Professor of Organizational Psychology at the Institute for Communication Management , Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, Lingen Campus. Her research focuses on organizational leadership, team dynamics, and the interplay of virtuality and diversity in workplaces. She also teaches Human Resource Management, Organizational Communication, and Applied Statistics. Education: PhD in Psychology (summa cum laude), Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel; Diplom in Psychology (grade: "Sehr gut"), CAU Kiel. Research Trends: Recent publications explore cytokine signaling in osteoarthritis, justice repair dynamics, and health impacts of workplace innovations like sit-stand desks. Her work bridges molecular biology and organizational psychology, emphasizing interdisciplinary applications. Labs & Projects: Involved in the Mittelstand-Digitalzentrum Lingen.Münster.Osnabrück and the Labor für Organisationspsychologie (Interaction & Communication section), focusing on adaptability and leadership models. Teaching: Courses include Organizational Psychology, Human Resource Management, Communication in HR, Introduction to General Psychology, and Workshops on Change and Resilience. Her contact details: Office Hours by appointment, Room KB304, Phone: 0591-80098-435, Email: y.garbers@hs-osnabrueck.de . She is married with two daughters (born 2014 and 2016).

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Biogeochemical Cycles
• Climate-Atmosphere Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrea Pozzer serves as Group Leader in the Atmospheric Chemistry department at the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry in Mainz, Germany, a position she has held since July 2012. She additionally holds an Adjunct Associate Professor position at The Cyprus Institute since April 2022 and teaches Global Biogeochemical Cycles at the International Centre for Theoretical Physics in Trieste. Her research focuses on atmospheric composition, climate interactions, and air quality using advanced numerical modeling approaches spanning from box models to Earth system models. Dr. Pozzer's research interests center on atmospheric chemistry and its interactions with physical mechanisms controlling gas and aerosol transport. Her group employs multiple modeling approaches to study atmospheric composition change, air quality impacts, and planetary health. Key research areas include biogeochemical cycles, climate-chemistry interactions, and the development of numerical models for interpreting observational data from field campaigns and satellite remote sensing. The group's work spans from process studies at specific locations to global-scale Earth system interactions. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on air pollution health impacts, atmospheric oxidant chemistry changes from land cover conversion, biogenic volatile organic compounds in tropical regions, and advanced modeling techniques for chemical processes. The research demonstrates significant interdisciplinary connections between atmospheric science, public health, and climate policy, with particular emphasis on regional pollution impacts across Europe, Asia, and the Amazon basin. Editorial Board Member of Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics Editorial Board Member of Elementa Member of DKRZ (Deutsches Klimarechenzentrum) User Group Italian Scientific Habilitation to Full Professor for Geophysics (2016) Italian Scientific Habilitation to Associate Professor for Astrophysics (2016) Dr. Pozzer has supervised numerous students and postdoctoral researchers, many of whom have gone on to contribute significantly to atmospheric science. Her group has received computational resources through DKRZ and MPCDF supercomputing centers. Current teaching includes Atmospheric Modeling at The Cyprus Institute and Global Biogeochemical Cycles at ICTP. Her group maintains active collaborations across Europe and internationally, particularly with institutions in Italy and Cyprus. The Pozzer Group develops and applies numerical models ranging from box models to global Earth system models to analyze observational data. They maintain strong connections with field campaign data and satellite observations, with particular focus on understanding atmospheric composition changes and their health and climate implications. The group actively participates in international modeling initiatives and contributes to community modeling frameworks like MESSy.

• Metabolomics
• Host-Microbiota Interactions
• Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alesia Walker is a Senior Scientist at the Research Unit Analytical Biogeochemistry within Helmholtz Munich . She specializes in non-targeted metabolomics and uses LC-coupled high-resolution mass spectrometry to investigate host-microbiota interactions. Education: Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry (2013), M.Sc. in Nutrition Science (2009), both from Technical University Munich Research Focus Her work centers on understanding diet-related metabolic disorders and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) through large population cohorts and methodological innovations in metabolomics. She develops analytical techniques for global and lipid-specific metabolite profiling to uncover microbial metabolite impacts on host health. Scientific Contributions Key projects include: PhaStGut : Studying bacteriophage-bacteria coexistence in gut microbiomes (2020) miTarget 5042 : Exploring microbiome as a therapeutic target in IBD DECODE : Stratifying patients with immune complex-mediated glomerular diseases APROSUS : Investigating microbiome-derived protective substances for asthma prevention

Matti van Welzenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Systems Biology
• Bioinformatics
• Inflammation Resolution
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Matti van Welzen is a Research Fellow at the Department of Systems Biology and Bioinformatics at the University of Rostock. His research focuses on computational modeling of biological systems with emphasis on inflammation pathways and disease networks. Current projects include SYLOBIO, MASLD Map, and the Atlas of Inflammation Resolution. He develops network-based approaches for analyzing complex biological processes and disease mechanisms, particularly at the intersection of inflammation, metabolism and aging. Recent publications demonstrate advanced computational techniques for mapping disease phenotypes. Dr. van Welzen collaborates with Biologische Heilmittel Heel GmbH on inflammation research and has presented work at international systems biology conferences.

• Nucleic Acid Structures
• DNA Repair
• RNA-Protein Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Katrin Paeschke is a Professor at the Institute of Clinical Chemistry and Clinical Pharmacology within the Medical Faculty of the University of Bonn. Her research focuses on nucleic acid structures and their roles in cellular processes, including DNA repair, genome stability, and immune regulation. She leads the Paeschke Lab, which investigates G-quadruplex structures in DNA and RNA, their interactions with proteins, and implications for diseases such as cancer and autoimmune conditions. Notable contributions include studies on UV-induced DNA damage repair mechanisms involving ZRF1 and the role of G4 structures in viral biology and antiviral strategies. Her work bridges molecular mechanisms with translational applications in therapy development. Selected research interests include: Mechanisms of G-quadruplex formation and resolution Impact of nucleic acid secondary structures on genome integrity Interplay between DNA damage and immune responses Therapeutic targeting of G-quadruplex structures in cancer Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, combining biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics to address fundamental questions in nucleic acid biology. Collaborations span virology, immunology, and oncology, reflecting her transdisciplinary research in TRA-Matter at the University of Bonn.

• Medicinal Chemistry
• Membrane Proteins
• G-Protein-Coupled Receptors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Christa E. Müller is a Professor at the University of Bonn's Pharmazeutisches Institut and a member of the Transdisciplinary Research Area (TRA) 3: Life and Health Steering Committee. Her research focuses on medicinal chemistry of membrane proteins, particularly G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), purinergic signaling, and ectonucleotidases. She leads two platforms: a chemical analytics platform for quantitative analysis and a compound library with synthetic molecules and natural products. Her work integrates chemical synthesis of bioactive compounds, analytical studies, pharmacology, and molecular biology. Collaborations with biology and medicine departments enable in vivo studies. Key projects include drug design targeting GPCRs like P2Y12 and P2X receptors, as well as CD73 inhibition for cancer and inflammatory therapies. Selected publications highlight structural studies of receptors, inhibitor development, and PET tracer applications.

Jan-Philipp Machtensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurophysiology
• Ion Channel Biology
• Membrane Proteins
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jan-Philipp Machtens leads the Computational Neurophysiology group at the Institute for Biological Information Processes (IBI-1), Research Center Jülich. His work combines all-atom molecular simulations, machine learning, and experimental techniques to study neuronal signal processing at atomic resolution. Key research areas include ion channel/transporter function, sound amplification in the inner ear, and optogenetic tool development. Research Focus: Structure-dynamics-function relationships of membrane proteins SLC1 glutamate transporters and SLC26A5 (prestin) transport mechanisms Light-gated ion channels for optogenetics Multiscale computational methods for voltage-dependent proteins Techniques: Patch-clamp electrophysiology, time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy, molecular dynamics simulations, machine learning Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Calcium Channel Biology group (Prof. Patricia Hidalgo) and the Computational Structure Prediction team Recent work includes groundbreaking studies on outer hair cell electromotility mechanisms (2023), sodium channel stabilization (2023), and glutamate transporter dynamics in neurological disorders (2023). His lab's computational tools like g_elpot (2021) advance biomolecular electrostatic analysis.

Thomas Huserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Optical Microscopy
• Super-resolution Imaging
• Biophotonics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Thomas Huser is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Bielefeld's Faculty of Physics, with an adjunct professorship in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of California, Davis. His research group develops advanced optical microscopy techniques for biological applications, focusing on ultra-sensitive imaging of cellular and molecular systems. Physics MA, University of Basel (1992) Physics MS, University of Basel (1994) Physics Ph.D., University of Basel (1998) Postdoc in Materials Science, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (1998-2000) Huser's research spans multiple cutting-edge areas in biophotonics, including super-resolution optical microscopy, coherent anti-Stokes Raman spectroscopy (CARS), and nanosensor development. His work bridges physics, biology, and medicine, with applications in HIV research, liver cell imaging, and cancer studies. The group develops novel imaging techniques to study cellular structures at the nanoscale, including virological synapses, tunneling nanotubes, and endothelial fenestrations. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating advanced computational methods with optical microscopy, including deep learning for image reconstruction, novel optical designs using fiber components, and hyperspectral imaging techniques. The research spans fundamental physics of light-matter interactions to direct medical applications in liver disease, HIV transmission, and nanoparticle toxicity. Summa cum laude doctorate from University of Basel Norbert J. Kreidl Award from American Ceramic Society Excellence in Publication Award from LLNL Above and Beyond Teaching Award from Center for Biophotonics Guest Editor for Journal of Biophotonics Editorial roles at Applied Spectroscopy, Scientific Reports, and BME Frontiers Huser leads multiple major research projects funded by the European Union and German Research Foundation, including imaging aging endothelium at the nanoscale, microphysiological sample imaging for polypharmacy evaluation, and sino-German mobility programs for high-speed microscopy. His lab, the Biomolecular Photonics Group, develops innovative imaging technologies while maintaining strong clinical connections through collaborations with medical researchers. The Biomolecular Photonics Group operates state-of-the-art microscopy facilities including super-resolution systems, CARS microscopy, and custom-built imaging platforms. The group maintains international collaborations across Europe and the United States, with particular strengths in translating fundamental optical physics into biomedical applications.

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Air Pollution
• Climate Change
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jos Lelieveld is Professor in Atmospheric Physics at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and Spokesperson of the Paul Crutzen Graduate School, with a concurrent part-time professorship at the Cyprus Institute, Nicosia. He served as Director of the Atmospheric Chemistry Department at the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry from 2000 until August 2025. His career spans atmospheric chemistry, air quality, and climate-health interactions with international collaborations across Europe, Cyprus, and the Amazon. His educational background includes: Undergraduate in Biology, University of Leiden Ph.D. in Physics, University of Utrecht (1990) Lelieveld's research examines atmospheric chemical processes, pollution-climate interactions, and human health impacts. He investigates biogeochemical cycles, ozone formation, and particulate matter effects using advanced modeling and field measurements. Recent work focuses on Mediterranean urban heat islands, Amazonian atmospheric chemistry, and cardiovascular damage from air pollution-traffic noise synergies, emphasizing climate change hotspots like Cyprus. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals three dominant trends: (1) Urban climate adaptation in Mediterranean regions using high-resolution modeling, (2) Biogenic volatile organic compound dynamics in tropical forests under deforestation pressure, and (3) Mechanistic studies of air pollution's cardiovascular impacts through toxicology and epidemiology. His work increasingly integrates machine learning for health risk forecasting. Details on academic advising and research grants were not specified in source materials, though his leadership in the Paul Crutzen Graduate School indicates significant mentorship responsibilities. His research infrastructure includes the EMAC atmospheric chemistry model and collaborations with the Cyprus Institute's climate research division.

• Immunology
• Inflammation Resolution
• Macrophage Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amiram Ariel is an Associate Professor specializing in immunology with a focus on inflammation resolution mechanisms. He serves as Associate Editor for Inflammation at Frontiers in Immunology and Review Editor for Molecular Innate Immunity, demonstrating active scholarly engagement. His research centers on macrophage biology and pro-resolving mediators, investigating their roles in treating inflammatory disorders, fibrosis, cancer metastasis, and diabetic wound healing. Key contributions include elucidating interferon-stimulated neutrophil functions in immunotherapy response and JMJD3/STING pathway interactions in tissue repair. Recent publications (2021-2024) reveal consistent themes: leveraging resolution-phase macrophages against dormant tumor cells, IFN-β-mediated anti-fibrotic effects, and inflammation resolution strategies for COVID-19 pathogenesis. These works bridge molecular immunology with translational applications in oncology and regenerative medicine. No scientific awards are documented in the available materials. While his 53 publications indicate significant scholarly output, details regarding student mentorship, grant funding, or laboratory structure are absent from the provided text. His professional network includes 79 followers and 49 researchers he follows, reflecting active academic collaboration. Dr. Ariel's educational background includes studies at Hebrew University, though specific degrees and years remain unspecified in the source material.

Noelia Alonso Gonzalezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Immunology
• Macrophage Biology
• Inflammation Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Noelia Alonso Gonzalez is a Professor at the University of Münster's Faculty of Medicine, where she leads the Alonso Gonzalez Group focused on "Mechanisms of Macrophage Plasticity" at the Institute of Immunology. She joined the university in 2017 as a Researcher and became a Junior Group Leader in 2018 through the Gerty Cori Programme, a career development initiative within the "Cells in Motion" research network designed to promote gender equality in science. Her research investigates how inflammation resolves before becoming chronic or life-threatening, with particular emphasis on macrophages - immune cells that eliminate dead cells and produce tissue-repair molecules. She studies how different macrophage populations recognize and adapt to inflammatory processes across various organs, employing state-of-the-art genomics, imaging approaches, and in vivo disease models. Her work combines transcriptional regulation studies with cellular imaging to understand macrophage-lymphocyte interactions during development and inflammation. Dr. Alonso Gonzalez's publications reveal a consistent focus on macrophage biology, with recent work expanding into neuroimmunology, thrombosis, and infectious disease complications. Her research shows strong interdisciplinary connections between immunology, molecular biology, and tissue-specific inflammatory responses, with particular emphasis on lipid metabolism, transcription factor regulation, and cellular plasticity. Humboldt Research Fellowship recipient (2017) Active participant in the "Cells in Motion" interdisciplinary research center Supervisor in the CiM-IMPRS Graduate Programme Recipient of third-party funding for Collaborative Research Centers As both a scientist and mother of two young children, Dr. Alonso Gonzalez actively engages with university childcare services while advocating for equitable sharing of family responsibilities. She serves as a role model for junior scientists, particularly women, encouraging them to pursue leadership positions in academic research despite societal expectations about gender roles.

Karsten Rippeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cancer Biology
• Epigenetics
• Spatial Transcriptomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karsten Rippe is a Professor at the University of Heidelberg and Head of the Division of Chromatin Networks at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and BioQuant. His research focuses on chromatin networks, cancer mechanisms, and spatially resolved omics technologies. He integrates fluorescence microscopy and single-cell sequencing to study nuclear organization, epigenetic signaling, and telomere maintenance in cancers. His work bridges molecular biology and computational methods to address oncogenic processes. Research Interests: Chromatin structure-function relationships, spatial transcriptomics, cancer epigenomics, nuclear architecture in disease, and tumor microenvironment analysis. He explores how chromatin deregulation drives oncogenesis and leverages multi-modal imaging and sequencing for precision medicine. Key Collaborations: Partnerships with institutions like DKFZ, KiTZ Heidelberg, and Single Cell Open Lab. His team includes researchers such as Philipp Mallm, Anne Rademacher, and Alik Huseynov. Funded by DFG SPP2191 and MSPACE Alliance programs. Labs/Teams: Leads the Chromatin Networks division, advancing technologies like spatial transcriptomics and super-resolution microscopy. Active in interdisciplinary projects at BioQuant and DKFZ.