جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Lipidomics
• Mass Spectrometry
• NMR Spectroscopy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

PD Dr. Jürgen Schiller is a Principal Investigator at the University of Leipzig, with his office located at Härtelstr. 16-18, Room 152.1, 04107 Leipzig. His research focuses on advanced analytical techniques for lipid and biomolecule characterization, particularly using mass spectrometry and NMR spectroscopy. Dr. Schiller leads a research team consisting of: Dr. Kathrin Engel, research associate Dr. Jenny Leopold, research associate and coordinator of SFB 1423 Johanna Schubarth, doctoral student Patricia Prabutzki, doctoral student Dr. Schiller's primary research interests center around lipidomics and advanced analytical techniques. His work extensively utilizes MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry and various NMR spectroscopy methods to analyze complex lipid structures, particularly phospholipids and glycosaminoglycans. He has made significant contributions to understanding lipid composition in various biological systems including sperm, adipose tissue, and joint tissues. His research has important implications for understanding metabolic disorders, reproductive health, and inflammatory processes. A key aspect of his work involves developing and refining analytical methods that combine different techniques, such as coupling thin-layer chromatography with mass spectrometry, to achieve more comprehensive lipid characterization. Analysis of Dr. Schiller's most recent publications (2022-2023) reveals several key research trends. His work continues to focus on methodological advancements in lipid analysis, particularly with MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry. There is a strong emphasis on studying oxidized lipids and their biological relevance, as well as investigating the relationship between lipids and glycosaminoglycans in disease processes. His research spans multiple biological systems, from human health (focusing on adipose tissue, joint diseases, and reproductive health) to animal models and even insect physiology. The interdisciplinary nature of his work is evident in collaborations across fields including immunology, metabolism, and infectious disease. Dr. Schiller actively mentors the next generation of scientists, currently supervising two doctoral students. His laboratory appears to be well-integrated into larger research initiatives, as evidenced by Dr. Leopold's role as coordinator of SFB 1423 (a Collaborative Research Center, which in the German research system represents a significant, long-term funded research program). His laboratory specializes in advanced lipid analysis techniques, with particular expertise in: MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for lipid characterization NMR spectroscopy (particularly 31P NMR) for phospholipid analysis Thin-layer chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry Analysis of oxidized lipids and their biological implications Lipid composition studies in reproductive biology and metabolic disorders

Dieter Mahsbergمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Tropical Arthropod Ecology
• Behavioral Ecology
• Chemical Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dieter Mahsberg is an Academic Director at the Department of Animal Ecology and Tropical Biology, Biocenter, Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg. His research focuses on tropical arthropods (scorpions, millipedes) in West Africa, particularly in the Comoé National Park, Ivory Coast. His academic journey includes promotions from Wissenschaftlicher Assistent (1972-1993) Akademischer Rat (1995-2011) Akademischer Direktor (since 2011) . He studied biology and chemistry at Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg and earned his PhD in 1987 under Prof. K. Eduard Linsenmair. Research interests center on ecology and behavior of tropical arthropods , chemical ecology, kairomones in millipedes, defensive secretions in assassin bugs, and urban biodiversity (e.g., Stadtgrün 2021). His work spans field studies in West Africa, anatomical analysis of scorpion trichobothria, and urban climate-adapted tree systems. Key publications include books on scorpion behavior, chapters in biodiversity atlases, and ecological studies on urban insects. Collaborations with Prof. Thomas Schmitt (Zool. III), Dr. Christiane Bramer (Univ. Göttingen), and Prof. em. Klaus Peschke (Univ. Freiburg) are highlighted. Scientific awards: Verdienstmedaille 'Bene merenti in Silber' (2019) Preis für gute Lehre (2019) Teaching spans Zoology, Animal Ecology, and Tropical Biology in diploma, bachelor, master, and teacher training programs. He leads the Zoological Study Collection at Theodor-Boveri-Institute and contributes to urban biodiversity projects like TP5 of the Zentrum Stadtnatur und Kilimaanpassung.

• Chemical Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Insect Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pragya Singh is a chemical ecologist at the University of Bielefeld's Faculty of Biology, specializing in Chemical Ecology. She is actively affiliated with the SFB/Transregio 212 "A Novel Synthesis of Individualization across Behavior, Ecology and Evolution: Niche Choice, Niche Conformance, Niche Construction" (NC³) research consortium. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical approaches to understand how chemical compounds shape ecological and evolutionary processes. Her research interests focus on chemical ecology, evolutionary biology, and insect behavior , with particular expertise in pharmacophagy (the non-nutritional use of plant chemicals by insects), niche construction theory, and sexual selection mechanisms. Singh investigates how chemical compounds influence insect behavior, social structures, and evolutionary trajectories across multiple life stages, often examining the intersection between individual variation and population-level ecological processes. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on reproducibility in ecological research, individual behavioral variation, and the role of chemical compounds in mediating ecological interactions. Her work frequently examines holometabolous insects (those with complete metamorphosis) to understand how different life stages respond to environmental stressors and chemical cues. While specific awards are not documented in the available information, her publication record demonstrates significant contributions to understanding how chemical ecology shapes evolutionary processes. Her collaborative work across multiple laboratories suggests strong networking within the ecological research community. Dr. Singh's research has important implications for understanding how species respond to environmental change through individual variation and behavioral plasticity. Her work on pharmacophagy and chemical defense mechanisms provides insights into potential applications for pest management and conservation biology.

Nathan William Burkeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Evolutionary Ecology
• Sexual Selection
• Sexual Conflict
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nathan William Burke is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Biology at the University of Hamburg's MIN Faculty, specializing in Behavioral Biology. He works under Prof. Jutta Schneider as an Alexander von Humboldt Postdoctoral Research Fellow, conducting research on sexual selection, conflict, and reproductive strategies in insects, with particular focus on mantises and stick insects. PhD in Evolutionary Ecology (2018) - University of New South Wales, Australia Bachelor of Science (Ecology) (2013) - University of New South Wales, Australia Dr. Burke's research centers on evolutionary ecology, specifically investigating life history evolution and sexual dynamics. His primary work examines sexual antagonism in the Springbok mantis (Miomantis caffra), where females cannibalize males without mating and males fight back in pre-mating struggles that cause serious injury. He also studies facultative parthenogens across multiple stick insect species to understand how sexual conflict and mate scarcity contribute to the maintenance of obligate sex in evolutionary systems. His publication record reveals consistent contributions to understanding reproductive strategies in insects, with recent work focusing on sexual cannibalism mechanisms, polyandry costs/benefits, and facultative parthenogenesis. His research combines empirical field studies with individual-based modeling to explore evolutionary questions across mantis and stick insect species. Alexander von Humboldt Postdoctoral Research Fellow (2022-present) Dr. Burke has maintained an active research trajectory across multiple international institutions including the University of Auckland and University of New South Wales. His Humboldt Fellowship demonstrates significant recognition of his research potential. While specific grant details aren't provided, his external funding status indicates competitive research support. Based in the Institute of Animal Cell and Systems Biology at the University of Hamburg, Dr. Burke collaborates closely with Prof. Jutta Schneider's team while maintaining international connections. His work bridges empirical observation with theoretical modeling to address fundamental questions in evolutionary biology.

Mareike Koppikمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Evolutionary Biology
• Reproductive Biology
• Insect Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mareike Koppik is a researcher at the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg within the Faculty of Natural Sciences I - Biosciences , specifically affiliated with the Animal Ecology Group . Her work focuses on evolutionary and reproductive biology, with a strong emphasis on sexual conflict, aging, and physiological adaptation in insects like Drosophila melanogaster and parasitic wasps. Her research explores themes such as: Sexual selection and postcopulatory dynamics Reproductive aging and ejaculate senescence Temperature sensitivity in fertility Molecular and behavioral responses to mating Evolutionary trade-offs in resource allocation A systematic analysis of her publications reveals a consistent focus on integrating molecular mechanisms with ecological and evolutionary frameworks to understand reproductive strategies and aging. She collaborates extensively with researchers in physiology, genetics, and behavioral ecology. Her contact information includes the email mareike.koppik@zoologie.uni-halle.de .

Sebastian Sosaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Animal Social Networks
• Primate Behavior
• Evolutionary Anthropology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sebastian Sosa is a researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology's Department of Human Behavior, Ecology and Culture. He holds a PhD in Ethology and has held postdoctoral positions at institutions including the University of Strasbourg and Sun Yat-Sen University. His research focuses on animal social networks, particularly mechanisms underlying social structure formation and their evolutionary implications. He employs advanced statistical and network analysis methods, including the development of the ANTs R package for social network analysis. Education: PhD (summa cum laude) in Ethology, Primatology & Social Network, University of Barcelona (2010–2014) Master's in Human and Animal Behaviour, University of Rennes I (2009–2010) Master's in Ethology, University of Paris XIII (2008–2009) Bachelor's in Biology, Paul Sabatier University (2007–2008) Research Interests: Dr. Sosa investigates how ecological and social factors shape animal societies, using multilevel methodologies to analyze affiliative and agonistic interactions. His work integrates field observations, statistical modeling, and network theory to understand group dynamics, hierarchical organization, and adaptive strategies in species ranging from primates to cattle. Recent studies emphasize the role of social networks in stress physiology, multilevel societies, and the impact of anthropogenic interventions on animal behavior. Publications: His research spans topics like telomere dynamics in ground squirrels, social network analysis methodologies, and the application of drone technology in behavioral studies. Over 30 peer-reviewed articles reflect his interdisciplinary approach, with a focus on primatology, ecology, and quantitative biology. Awards & Grants: GDR grant (2018): 1,000€ for Sunbelt Conference participation ESA cover credit (2021): Ecological Society of America Advising & Teaching: Supervised master's students on projects like cascading aggression effects in zebra finches and multilevel horse societies. Taught courses on social network analysis and field data collection methods. Labs & Collaborations: Co-developed the ANTs R package, a widely used toolkit for animal social network analysis. Collaborates globally on primate behavior, macaque social styles, and cattle management.

Cristina Tuniمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Reproductive Biology
• Sexual Selection
• Mating System Evolution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cristina Tuni is a Researcher at Ludwig Maximilians University (LMU) in the Department of Biologie II, Faculty of Biology. Her research focuses on reproductive biology, sexual selection, and mating system evolution in arthropods, particularly spiders and crickets. She investigates adaptive significance of female polyandry, male mating strategies, and the interplay between pre- and post-mating sexual selection using molecular methods, experimental evolution, and field studies. Tuni leads a lab team including PhD students Magdalena Matzke and Michelle Beyer. She has held a position at LMU since 2014, following postdoctoral research at Aarhus University (2011–2013). Education: PhD in Bioscience from Aarhus University (2011), M.Sc. in Biology from University of Rome Tor Vergata (2007). Teaching includes courses on behavioral ecology, evolutionary ecology, and scientific writing. Her work spans topics like nuptial gift behavior in spiders, temperature effects on insect behavior, and inbreeding in social spiders. Key research trends include understanding how ecological factors influence mating strategies and sperm competition dynamics. Recent publications address silk-mediated chemical communication, light pollution effects on spider behavior, and cricket behavioral stability under temperature changes. No explicit scientific awards are listed. Grants and advising activities are central to her role, with a focus on experimental and field-based methodologies. Her lab (TuniLab) explores reproductive ecology across diverse arthropod systems.

Esme Ashe-Jepsonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Climate Change Ecology
• Insect Conservation
• Biodiversity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Esme Ashe-Jepson is a Research Fellow at the Department of Global Change Ecology, University of Würzburg. Her research focuses on climate change impacts on insects, thermal biology, and conservation strategies. She holds a PhD in Zoology from the University of Cambridge (2019-2023), a Masters by Research in Biodiversity, Evolution, and Conservation from UCL (2016-2017), and a BSc in Conservation Biology and Ecology from the University of Exeter (2012-2016). Her work explores how insects adapt to temperature changes, particularly in tropical and temperate regions. Recent studies include investigating heatwave effects on insects in chalk grasslands and thermal strategies of butterflies. She collaborates on projects analyzing habitat associations and long-term oviposition patterns of endangered species like the Duke of Burgundy butterfly. Publications highlight her contributions to understanding insect thermal tolerance, conservation challenges, and phylogenetic studies using advanced imaging techniques. Despite no listed advisees, her collaborative approach drives impactful research in ecological and evolutionary biology. Contact: Email , Room 00.112, Hubland Nord Campus, Würzburg.

Yahya Al Naggarمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecotoxicology
• Entomology
• Molecular Ecology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yahya Al Naggar is an Egyptian experimental entomologist and ecotoxicologist currently serving as Associate Professor in the Zoology Department at Tanta University (Egypt) and Visiting Scientist at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ (Germany). With over 13 years of research experience, he specializes in honeybee health and ecotoxicology , focusing on environmental stressors like pesticides, heavy metals, and microplastics. Education : B.Sc. (2007), M.Sc. (2011), Ph.D. (2015) in Insect Ecology from Tanta University, with visiting doctoral research at University of Saskatchewan and Dalhousie University (Canada) His research employs omics approaches (metabarcoding, transcriptomics) to study microbial diversity and molecular mechanisms in honeybee responses to stressors. He has led studies on pesticide-pathogen interactions and microplastic impacts on pollinators, with 15 most recent publications spanning 2022-2023. Key trends across his articles include: pesticide synergism in stingless bees, microbiome disruption by agricultural chemicals, nanoparticle toxicity mechanisms, and environmental stressor impacts on pollinator physiology. His work also intersects with global change ecology and conservation biology . Scientific Honors : 5 major awards (2014-2023) including COLOSS Award, Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship, and Sheikh Salem bin Sultan El Kasemy Prize Collaborations span Germany's iDiv Biodiversity Research Centre , University of California Riverside, and Canadian institutions. His work addresses One Health implications of pollinator declines and contributes to the GLIMPSE PhD cohort on sustainable land use.

• Soil ecology
• Chemical ecology
• Functional morphology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Michael Heethoff is an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Darmstadt in the Department of Animal Evolutionary Ecology. His research spans soil ecology, chemical defense mechanisms in arthropods, functional morphology of microarthropods, and the evolution of parthenogenesis. He leads interdisciplinary projects using Synchrotron X-ray tomography and DISC3D for 3D insect digitization. PhD in Genetic Diversity of Parthenogenetic Oribatid Mites (2003, TU Darmstadt) Habilitation on Evolution and Ecology of Oribatid Mites (2012, University of Tübingen) His work integrates chemical ecology with biomechanical modeling , focusing on predator-prey dynamics and forest soil community responses to climate change. Recent publications highlight collaborations in biomedical image segmentation and genetic studies of arthropod defense systems. He advises PhD students Jascha Höpfner , Arianna Tartara , and Matteo Trevisan , and has secured grants from DFG and BMBF for projects like ASTOR and Predator-Prey Networks . His lab investigates tropical rainforest regeneration in Ecuador and microclimatic changes in Hessian forests.

• Biomechanics
• Ecophysiology
• Functional morphology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cristian L. Klunk is an active researcher at the Department of Biology, Technical University of Darmstadt , focusing on the biomechanics and functional morphology of ant mandibles. His work bridges ecology, evolutionary biology, and insect physiology, with a particular emphasis on how morphological traits influence mechanical performance.

Axel Hochkirchمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conservation Biology
• Conservation Genetics
• Insect Conservation
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Axel Hochkirch is a Professor for Biodiversity and Conservation at the University of Trier, Germany, where he has been affiliated with the Department of Biogeography since March 2008. Since February 2023, he has also served as Curator for Ecology at the National Museum of Natural History in Luxembourg. His academic journey includes obtaining his PhD from the University of Bremen in 2001 with a thesis on East African grasshoppers, followed by an Assistant Professorship at the University of Osnabrück from 2001-2007. He was distinguished as an Associate Professor in June 2017 and completed his Habilitation in Biogeography in February 2009. Dr. Hochkirch's research expertise spans the full spectrum of biodiversity science, from evolutionary origins through mechanisms of biodiversity maintenance to practical conservation applications. His work integrates field ecology, molecular techniques, and conservation planning to address pressing biodiversity challenges. He has developed particular expertise in Orthoptera (grasshoppers, crickets, and bush-crickets) conservation, which serves as a model system for broader biodiversity questions. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on climate change impacts, particularly wildfire effects on endemic insects, biodiversity indicator species, and the development of tools for identifying Key Biodiversity Areas. His collaborative work on multi-taxon Red List analyses demonstrates his commitment to comprehensive biodiversity assessment. The recurring theme across his recent work is the application of rigorous scientific methods to inform practical conservation decision-making. Dr. Hochkirch serves as a Handling Editor for Conservation Biology and an Associate Editor for the Journal of Orthoptera Research, contributing significantly to the scientific community through editorial work. His research has informed conservation practice across Europe, particularly in insect conservation and biodiversity monitoring frameworks. His leadership in developing conservation action plans for threatened pollinators and other invertebrates highlights his commitment to translating research into conservation action.

Sonja Grathمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Evolutionary Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Epigenetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sonja Grath is a Researcher at the Faculty of Biology, Ludwig Maximilian University Munich, specializing in evolutionary biology, molecular evolution, and functional bioinformatics. Her work spans genetic and epigenetic mechanisms in gene regulation, cold adaptation in natural populations, DNA methylation patterns in insects, and epigenetic evolution in hematopoietic malignancies. Research Focus: Cold adaptation in Drosophila , DNA methylation in insects, and epigenetic heterogeneity in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Collaborations: Partnering with institutions like the Zoological Research Museum Alexander Koenig and the CRC 1243 (Cancer Evolution: Genetic and Epigenetic Evolution of Hematopoietic Neoplasms). Grants: Funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) for cold adaptation and DNA methylation projects. Expertise: Combines experimental and bioinformatic approaches to study genome-wide genetic polymorphism, adaptive evolution, and cancer as an evolutionary process. Email: grath@bio.lmu.de

Alexander Kellerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Biodiversity
• Bioinformatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Alexander Keller is a Professor at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), based at the LMU Biocenter in Planegg-Martinsried, Germany. He leads the "Cellular and Organismic Networks" research group within the Graduate School Life Science Munich (LSM), integrating field ecology, bioinformatics, and next-generation sequencing technologies to study ecological networks. His research centers on biodiversity dynamics within the plant-microbe-pollinator triangle , examining mutualistic interactions, microbiome compositions, and genomic-level molecular processes. Key methodologies include DNA metabarcoding, phylogenetic reconstructions, and computational workflow development. His work addresses ecosystem resilience, biodiversity loss, and conservation strategies under environmental change, with emphasis on land-use impacts, urbanization, and climate gradients across tropical and temperate ecosystems. Recent publications (2025) demonstrate strong trends in pollination ecology, microbiome analysis, and biodiversity monitoring using advanced sequencing . His studies reveal how landscape heterogeneity affects bee-pollen networks, how host identity shapes microbiomes, and how urban bees adapt foraging strategies. Notable methodological contributions include the LEPY pipeline for morphological analysis and MetAnoDe for metabarcoding quality control, alongside extensive work on tropical forest regeneration and undescribed species cataloging. Scientific Awards: No awards were mentioned in the provided text. Information regarding student advising and research grants was not provided in the available text. The "Cellular and Organismic Networks" group develops open computational pipelines and laboratory protocols for ecological data analysis. They conduct fieldwork across Ecuadorian rainforests, European grasslands, and urban environments, maintaining databases for trait analysis and sequence curation while adhering to open science principles. Current projects investigate microbiome transmission in bee-flower networks, forest succession dynamics, and the molecular basis of ecological resilience under global change.

Romain Libbrechtمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Insect Behavior
• Genomics
• Epigenetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Romain Libbrecht is an Associate Professor and Group Leader at the University of Mainz's Department of Organismic and Molecular Evolutionary Biology. His research focuses on the genetic, genomic, and epigenetic mechanisms underlying social organization in ants, including caste differentiation, division of labor, and maternal effects on phenotypic plasticity. Positions: Assistant Professor (2016–present), University of Mainz Education: PhD (2012, University of Lausanne), MSc (2007, University of Rennes), Engineering in Agronomy (2007, Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Agronomie de Rennes) Research interests include DNA methylation's role in social insects, maternal effects on caste determination, and the evolutionary origins of social behavior. He has received Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships (2013–2016) and leads research on ant social genomics and behavior. Publications span topics like histone acetylation's role in circadian rhythms and social isolation's impact on immune function. His group collaborates widely, with studies in Cerapachys biroi ants and Pogonomyrmex harvester ants. Current work explores how epigenetic mechanisms regulate social complexity and aging in insect societies. Awards: Marie Curie Fellowships (Return & Outgoing Phases) Labs: Part of the Mainz research group studying evolutionary biology and social insect systems