جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Food biotechnology
• Enzyme technology
• Biocatalysis
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Roland Ludwig is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Food Technology, Department of Food Science and Technology, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). He is also the current Senate Chairman at BOKU, demonstrating strong institutional leadership. His research is centered on enzyme technology, biocatalysis, biosensors, and electrochemistry, with a particular focus on oxidoreductases such as cellobiose dehydrogenase (CDH) and lytic polysaccharide monooxygenases (LPMOs), which are crucial in biomass degradation and bioenergy applications. His research interests span food biotechnology, enzyme technology, biocatalysis, biosensors, process engineering, electrochemistry, and nanobiotechnology. He investigates the molecular mechanisms of electron transfer in redox enzymes, their application in biosensors and biofuel cells, and their role in the depolymerization of lignocellulosic biomass. His work integrates biochemical, electrochemical, and structural approaches to understand and engineer enzyme function. The recent publication trends highlight a strong focus on LPMOs and CDHs, with studies on their kinetics, substrate specificity, domain dynamics, electron transfer mechanisms, and engineering for improved stability and activity. These works frequently appear in high-impact journals such as ACS Catalysis and Bioelectrochemistry, reflecting the significance and innovation of his research in biocatalysis and bioelectrochemistry. International DropSens Award for Applied Electroanalytical Chemistry Medal of Honour, Faculty of Food Technology and Biotechnology, University of Zagreb RIZ Genius Award for Innovative Sensor Technology Austrian APART Fellowship INiTS Award 2007 (Life Science) Förderpreis der Österreichischen Gesellschaft für Biotechnologie Roland Ludwig actively supervises students and leads multiple externally funded research projects from FWF and EU, including grants focused on electron transfer in oxidoreductases and the kinetic analysis of oxidative biomass-degrading enzymes. He collaborates with international research groups and is a frequent speaker at major scientific conferences. His research contributes to sustainable bioprocesses, green chemistry, and the development of novel bio-based technologies. He is involved in research teams and collaborative projects such as the FWF-funded Doktoratskolleg "Biomolecular Technology of Proteins" and participates in interdisciplinary initiatives bridging food technology, biotechnology, and materials science. His lab focuses on enzyme characterization, protein engineering, and the development of bioelectrochemical devices.

• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Genomics
• +۲۱ مورد دیگر

Lea Atanasova is a Senior Researcher and Principal Investigator at the Institute of Food Technology, Department of Biotechnology and Food Science, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna (BOKU). She holds a PhD (Dr. rer. nat.) and a Master’s degree (Mag. rer. nat.) and has extensive postdoctoral experience in fungal molecular biology and genomics. Her research is centered on mycoparasitic fungi such as Trichoderma and Clonostachys , with a focus on carbohydrate-active enzymes, signal transduction, gene expression, and ecological genomics. Her research interests span molecular biology, genetics, genomics, microbiology, mycology, and enzyme technology. She investigates the functional roles of genes and proteins in fungal biocontrol, nutrient acquisition, and host interactions. Her work integrates comparative genomics, transcriptomics, and functional proteomics to understand fungal evolution and ecological niches. The most recent publications highlight a strong trend in understanding fungal signaling pathways (e.g., TOR and MAPK), enzyme diversification (e.g., CDHs, pectate lyases), and the molecular mechanisms of mycoparasitism. Her work also extends to fungal secondary metabolites, host-microbe interactions, and advanced imaging techniques for protein localization. Scientific Awards: Carl Trygger scholarship for research at SLU (Uppsala, Sweden) GSA fungal meeting award, Genetics Society of America (Asilomar, CA, United States) FEMS Young Scientist Meeting Grant, Federation of European Microbiological Societies (Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Spain) Price Award for best Master-/Diploma research, Ecological Society of Germany, Austria and Switzerland (GFÖ) (Bayreuth, Germany) Austria National Park Research Award, Austrian Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Environment and Water Management (Vienna, Austria) Ad Futura Special Achievements Fellowship for studies abroad, Slovene human resources development and scholarship fund (Ljubljana, Slovenia) Lea Atanasova has supervised several Master’s and Diploma theses on topics related to fungal biotechnology and enzymology. She leads an Austrian Science Fund (FWF)-funded project on GMC oxidoreductases in Clonostachys rosea . She is actively engaged in the scientific community, serving on editorial boards and as a guest editor. She has organized and chaired sessions at major conferences, including ECFG, and frequently presents her research internationally. She is a key member of the research community at BOKU, contributing to knowledge transfer through student supervision, editorial roles, and conference participation. Her work bridges fundamental fungal biology with applications in agriculture and biotechnology.

• Metabolomics
• Analytical Chemistry
• Plant-Microbe Interaction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Rainer Schuhmacher is a Full Professor for Plant and Microbe Metabolomics at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), affiliated with the Department of Agricultural Sciences and the Institute of Bioanalytics and Agro-Metabolomics in Tulln an der Donau. His research focuses on metabolomics, analytical chemistry, and plant-microbe interactions, with emphasis on fungal secondary metabolites, mycotoxin resistance, and environmental stress responses in crops. He leads projects funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), European Commission, and national agencies. Research interests span: Metabolomic profiling of plant-pathogen interactions (e.g., Fusarium -wheat systems) Stable isotope-assisted techniques for metabolic pathway analysis Cold stress mitigation in plants using Antarctic bacteria Development of computational tools for untargeted metabolomics data processing His work integrates analytical chemistry, bioinformatics, and molecular biology to study metabolic crosstalk in agricultural systems. Awards include the Fritz-Feigl-Preis (2012) and Dr.-Wolfgang-Houska-Preis (2005). He has supervised multiple PhD projects and leads the Plant-Microbe Metabolomics group, managing core metabolomics platforms and international collaborations. Key projects: Chemical crosstalk in mycoparasitic interactions (FWF) Metabolomics of cold stress tolerance mediated by psychrotolerant bacteria Extension of metabolomics platforms for plant-pathogen studies

Allan Rasmussonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Biology
• Molecular Biosciences
• Plant-Trichoderma Interactions
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Allan Rasmusson is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Lund University, Faculty of Science, specializing in Plant Biology and Molecular Biosciences. His research spans plant-fungal interactions, mitochondrial function, redox biology, and paleophysiology. He leads multiple active research projects and supervises graduate students, while also managing shared infrastructure such as the departmental greenhouses. Research Interests: Allan Rasmusson's research is highly interdisciplinary, focusing on: Plant-Trichoderma interactions for biocontrol and biostimulation in crops like sugar beet, quinoa, and cañahua. Mitochondrial function, including electron transport chain assembly and retrograde signaling in Arabidopsis thaliana and maize. Redox biology and plant metabolism under different nitrogen sources. Paleophysiology, investigating how ancient plant lineages survived mass extinctions through studies of fossil pollen and plant physiology under paleomimetic conditions. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications (2022–2024) reflect a strong focus on both molecular plant biology and paleobotany. Key themes include mitochondrial translation initiation, cytochrome c oxidase assembly, plant defense against pathogens like Peronospora , and the role of abnormal pollen in end-Triassic extinction events. These works appear in high-impact journals such as Science , Plant Physiology , and Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology . Scientific Awards and Funding: Funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation for research on ancient and modern plant comparisons. Advising and Grants: Allan Rasmusson actively supervises doctoral students and serves as Principal Investigator (PI) on multiple research projects. He is currently supervising V. D. Palma Encinas and co-supervising H. C. Tran. His projects include biocontrol using Trichoderma , mitochondrial retrograde signaling, and paleophysiogenomics. He also contributes to educational grants through textbook development and curriculum design. Labs and Teams: He is a co-manager of the Department of Biology’s greenhouse infrastructure at Lund University, supporting experimental plant growth. He collaborates with researchers from SLU, DLF Research AB, UMSA-La Paz (Bolivia), Naturhistoriska Riksmuseet, Linnaeus University, Copenhagen University, CSU-San Marcos, and Warsaw University.

Jonathan Klassenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microbial Community Ecology
• Symbiosis
• Genomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Klassen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology / Microbiology at the University of Connecticut . His research focuses on microbial community ecology, particularly using the fungus-growing ant symbiosis as a model system to study the evolution of microbial interaction networks. He couples genomics and chemical biology to understand molecular mechanisms in symbiosis and explore drug discovery opportunities. PhD : Microbiology and Biotechnology, University of Alberta Postdoctoral Study : Bacteriology, University of Wisconsin-Madison His work spans microbial ecology, symbiosis, secondary metabolite discovery, and comparative genomics. Recent publications highlight studies on microbial exclusion dynamics in ant symbiosis, ITS2 metabarcode biases, and chemical defense mechanisms in insect-associated microbes. Scientific Awards : “Highly Accessed” article in BMC Genomics (2012) Contact : Email: jonathan.klassen@uconn.edu Phone: 860-486-6890 Lab: @klassenlab

• Vegetable Breeding
• Plant Biotechnology
• Molecular Marker-Assisted Selection
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ayşe Nur Şavkan serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Horticulture at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University's Faculty of Agriculture since 2025, following her tenure as Lecturer (2020-2025) at the same institution. Her academic foundation includes a PhD (2018-2023), MSc (2015-2018), and BSc (2011-2015) in Horticulture from Selçuk University, establishing her expertise in vegetable crop improvement. Her educational qualifications: PhD in Horticulture, Selçuk University (2018-2023) MSc in Horticulture, Selçuk University (2015-2018) BSc in Horticulture, Selçuk University (2011-2015) Dr. Şavkan's research integrates molecular biotechnology with traditional breeding to enhance vegetable crops' resilience. She specializes in developing stress-tolerant genotypes through molecular marker-assisted selection, with particular emphasis on salinity and cold tolerance in peppers and squash. Her work bridges laboratory techniques with field applications to address climate-related agricultural challenges, focusing on both morphological characterization and physiological mechanisms of stress adaptation. Analysis of her 14 publications (2020-2025) reveals consistent thematic progression in vegetable breeding. Early work established foundational knowledge in dihaploidization techniques for squash, while recent studies demonstrate sophisticated integration of machine learning for germination analysis and molecular screening for dual virus resistance in peppers. Her research trajectory shows increasing methodological complexity—from basic morphological characterization to multi-omics approaches—while maintaining focus on practical crop improvement for Turkish agriculture. Dr. Şavkan has not received documented scientific awards to date. Her research leadership is evidenced through principal investigatorship of a current Kırşehir Ahi Evran University project (2025-2026) investigating low-temperature pepper germination using machine learning. As co-investigator, she has contributed to nine additional projects including TÜBİTAK-funded initiatives on salt-tolerant pepper development and virus-resistant vegetable breeding, demonstrating sustained research productivity. She operates within a robust collaborative network centered at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University, with particularly strong partnerships with Önder Türkmen (13 joint publications) and Ayşe Çandar (7 collaborations). This interdisciplinary team combines expertise in molecular biology, plant physiology, and field horticulture to address complex agricultural challenges through integrated research approaches.

• Molecular Virology
• RNA Biology
• Plant Biotechnology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sven-Erik Behrens serves as a Professor in the Department of Microbial Biotechnology at the Faculty of Natural Sciences I of Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. He is affiliated with the Protein Research Center 'Charles Tanford' and maintains an active research program focused on RNA biology, molecular virology, and biotechnological applications. His primary research interests encompass RNA-based plant protection strategies, viral replication mechanisms (particularly for flaviviruses and plant viruses), and innovative vaccine development using Kluyveromyces lactis yeast expression systems. Behrens' work investigates fundamental RNA-protein interactions, RNA chaperone activities, and the molecular basis of antiviral defense mechanisms in plants. His laboratory explores how RNA accessibility influences viral replication and how this knowledge can be harnessed for developing novel RNA-based antiviral strategies. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a clear research trajectory focused on identifying accessible RNA sites for targeted antiviral applications, optimizing yeast-based vaccine platforms for both plant and animal pathogens, and investigating the role of non-coding RNAs in plant development and stress responses. His work spans multiple disciplines including plant virology, medical virology, and microbial biotechnology, demonstrating translational research from basic molecular mechanisms to practical applications. Prof. Behrens leads research in the Department of Microbial Biotechnology, collaborating with various groups working on plant-pathogen interactions and vaccine development. His laboratory employs advanced techniques including RNA structure probing, fluorescence-based assays for RNA chaperone activity, and plant in vitro systems for studying viral replication. The research demonstrates significant potential for developing novel approaches to combat viral diseases in both agricultural and medical contexts.

Jennifer Gerkeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Organic Chemistry
• Microbial Secondary Metabolism
• Fungal Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jennifer Gerke is a Researcher at the Institute of Organic Chemistry within the Faculty of Natural Sciences at Leibniz University Hannover. Her work focuses on microbial secondary metabolism, fungal development, and synthetic biology. She leads research in the Synthetic Biology Group and contributes to interdisciplinary projects in organic chemistry and molecular biology. Her research explores mechanisms of fungal adaptation, including secondary metabolite regulation, transcription factor networks, and plant-microbe interactions. Recent studies highlight novel biosynthetic pathways, pathogen virulence mechanisms, and applications in biotechnology such as fragrance production in yeast. Key contributions include discoveries in tropolone biosynthesis, velvet domain protein functions, and the role of Hülle cells in fungal survival. Her work bridges fundamental research with applied biotechnology, addressing topics from antibiotic discovery to metabolic engineering.

• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Research
• Plant Stress Physiology
• Biochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jörg-Peter Schnitzler is the Head of the Research Unit Environmental Simulation at Helmholtz Munich (HMGU) since 2012 and an Adjunct Associate Professor at Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg since 2007. His work focuses on the role of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in plant-microbe interactions, biosphere-atmosphere exchange, and climate-human health linkages. PhD in Plant Physiology (University of Tübingen, 1992) Postdoc at GSF Institute of Biochemical Pathology (now HMGU, 1992-1994) Group Leader at Fraunhofer Institute/KIT IMK-IFU (1994-2011) His research explores VOCs as a 'chemical alphabet' mediating communication between organisms, their impact on atmospheric chemistry, and metabolomic networks under stress. Recent work includes plant genotype-environment-microbe (G x E x M) interactions and phenotyping platforms. Recent publications highlight studies on de novo terpenoid emissions, fungal metabolomic reprogramming, plant chemodiversity evolution, and insect-plant chemical dynamics across 2025 articles in journals like Physiologia Plantarum , Fungal Biology and Biotechnology , and Journal of Chemical Ecology . He collaborates with institutions such as Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Technical University of Munich (TUM), and German federal ministries, with funding from DFG and Fachagentur Nachwachsende Rohstoffe e.V.

Matthew Bakkerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microbial Ecology
• Plant Pathology
• Soil Microbiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Matthew Bakker is an Associate Professor in the Department of Microbiology at the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Science. He leads the Bakker Lab - Agricultural Microbial Ecology Research Group , focusing on microbial ecology and species interactions affecting agricultural sustainability. At the University of Manitoba, he teaches Microbes In Our Environment , Introductory Biogeochemistry , and contributes to graduate courses in Evolution of Fungal Pathogens . PhD in Plant Pathology, University of Minnesota Postdoctoral research, Colorado State University Staff scientist, U.S. Department of Agriculture His research spans multiple interconnected areas of agricultural microbiology: Ecological understanding of Fusarium graminearum pathogenesis Soil microbiome responses to agricultural practices Microbial detoxification of mycotoxins Malting process microbiology Microbial greenhouse gas fluxes in soil Biocontrol agent development The lab's recent publications focus on advanced diagnostics (MALDI-TOF spectrometry), pathogen-phytochemical interactions, microbiome engineering, and climate change impacts on microbial communities. Research is supported through the BENEFIT Project (Genome Canada) and collaboration with the Canadian Collection of Agricultural Soil Microbes (CCASM) . Students working under his supervision include: PhD candidates: M. Shimosh Kurera, Rebecca Pagès MSc students: Brian Harrison, Kelsey Wog, Hariniha Selvarajan Co-op students: Varisha Rehman, Robin Nelson Undergraduate researchers: Avery Hoeppner, Sara Mills International collaborators: Dr. Hina Shanakhat, Dr. Briana Whitaker The lab actively engages in: Soil microbial community analysis Endophyte-pathogen interaction studies Mycotoxin bioremediation research Plant microbiome engineering Agricultural sustainability initiatives Training through the EvoFunPath program

Santa Olga Cacciolaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Pathology
• Oomycetes
• Fungal Diseases
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Santa Olga Cacciola is a Full Professor of Plant Pathology at the University of Catania , Italy, with over 30 years of experience in plant pathology, molecular diagnostics, and sustainable disease management. She is internationally recognized for her expertise in Phytophthora diseases, citrus pathology, and bioremediation strategies using fungi and oomycetes. She has coordinated and participated in numerous EU and international projects, including PRIMA, PROMETEO, and COST Actions, and has served on editorial boards of leading journals such as Plant Disease , Plants (MDPI) , and Journal of Fungi . Education and Career: PhD in Plant Pathology – University of Bari Postdoctoral fellowships: University of Bern (Roche Foundation), Johns Hopkins University (NIH), and SCRI UK (OECD/OECE) Associate Professor – University of Palermo (1998–2008) Full Professor – University of Catania (2008–present) National Habilitation as Full Professor – ASN 2012 & 2013 Research Interests: Her research spans plant pathology , molecular diagnostics , bioremediation , and biological control . Key areas include: Phytophthora and fungal diseases of citrus and Mediterranean crops Molecular phylogeny and diagnostics of plant pathogens Metagenomics of plant pathogens Colletotrichum anthracnose on olive Genetic variability of pathogen populations Bioremediation using filamentous fungi Plant-pathogen-antagonist molecular interactions Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Fulbright Grant (2017–2018) VQR Evaluation: Score 1 (Excellent) Top Scientist Award – University of Catania (2005–2009) Research evaluation excellence – Italian National Agency Advising and Grants: She has supervised numerous PhD and Master’s students and has served on doctoral committees across multiple universities. She has coordinated or participated in over 20 national and international projects, including PRIMA, PROMETEO, COST Actions, and Erasmus+. Labs and Teams: She leads a research group at the Department of Agriculture, Food and Environment (Di3A) , University of Catania, and collaborates extensively with international institutions such as UC Berkeley, Johns Hopkins, USDA, and The James Hutton Institute.

Song Keang Pengمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microbiology
• Molecular Biology
• Molecular Pathogenesis of Bacterial Diseases
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Song Keang Peng is a faculty member at the Malaysia School of Science, Monash University. He holds the academic rank of Associate Professor and is actively involved in research and teaching. His current leadership role includes serving as Deputy Head of School (Education). He is accepting PhD students and contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through his work in microbiology and infectious disease research. Education: Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Chung Shan Medical University, Taiwan (1988) PhD in Medical and Dental Microbiology, Molecular Biology, and Biochemistry, Health Sciences Center, Texas Tech University, USA (1995) His research focuses on the molecular pathogenesis of infectious diseases, particularly periodontal diseases and pseudomembranous colitis. Key areas include microbiology, molecular biology, regulation of bacterial toxin expression, and epidemiology of periodontal diseases. His work spans host-pathogen interactions, biofilm inhibition, and natural antimicrobial discovery. The recent trend in his publications (2019–2025) emphasizes bioactive compounds from endophytic fungi, anti-biofilm agents from plant sources like Clitoria ternatea and red pitahaya, and molecular mechanisms of pathogens such as Porphyromonas gingivalis and Toxoplasma gondii. These studies fall under microbiology, biochemistry, and natural product research, with applications in oral health and infectious disease control. No scientific awards are listed in the provided text. He supervises PhD students and leads research grants, including a project on fibroblast activating factor from Porphyromonas gingivalis as Primary Chief Investigator, and another on sirtuins in Toxoplasma gondii as Chief Investigator. These projects were funded by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation Malaysia. His teaching includes BIO1022 (Life on Earth), BTH2741 (Biochemistry), and BTH3722 (Medical Microbiology). While specific lab names or team structures are not mentioned, his research involves collaboration with researchers such as Ting A.S.Y., Chua R.W., and Chow S.C., particularly in studies involving endophytes and parasitic regulation.

• Fruit Cultivation and Breeding
• Viticulture and Breeding
• Plant Biotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Kazankaya is a full-time Professor at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University , Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Horticulture. He has served as Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and previously held roles such as Rectorate Deputy and Institute Director at Van Yüzüncü Yıl University. His academic career spans over three decades, with a focus on fruit cultivation, breeding, and plant biotechnology. Education: PhD in Horticulture, Yüzüncü Yıl University (1992–1996) MSc in Horticulture, Yüzüncü Yıl University (1989–1992) BSc in Horticulture, Atatürk University (1984–1988) Research Interests: Prof. Kazankaya’s research is centered on fruit cultivation and breeding , viticulture , and plant biotechnology . He has conducted extensive work on walnut , mulberry , rose hip , pomegranate , and almond species. His work includes the development of new cultivars, in vitro propagation techniques, and the evaluation of genetic resources for stress tolerance and nutritional quality. His recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on biotechnology applications , genotype evaluation , and sustainable fruit production , particularly in the context of Eastern Anatolia and Southeastern Turkey. Scientific Contributions & Awards: Registered two walnut cultivars: Kazankaya Ceviz and Adilcevaz 13 Ceviz (2017) Over 480 publications, including 290 journal articles, 161 conference papers, 8 books, and 22 book chapters h-index: 21 (Google Scholar), 14 (UNIS), 11 (WoS & Scopus) Principal investigator or researcher in 21 national and international projects Graduate Advising & Projects: He has supervised more than 30 MSc and PhD theses, focusing on genotype selection, molecular characterization, and sustainable production of horticultural crops. Projects include TÜBİTAK, university, and ministry-supported studies on walnut, rose hip, pomegranate, and almond breeding and conservation. Institutional Roles: Prof. Kazankaya has held key administrative positions including Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at both Van Yüzüncü Yıl University and Kırşehir Ahi Evran University, and Rectorate Deputy at Van Yüzüncü Yıl University. He is currently the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University.

• Molecular Mycology
• Mycoparasitism and Biocontrol
• Fungal Signaling Pathways
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Susanne Zeilinger-Migsich is a Universitätsprofessorin (Full Professor) and Director of the Institute of Microbiology at the University of Innsbruck's Faculty of Biology. She leads the Molecular Mycology and Mycoparasitism research group, focusing on Trichoderma species as biocontrol agents against plant pathogens. Her work integrates molecular genetics, chemical ecology, and systems biology to dissect fungal interactions. Her research centers on molecular mycology with emphasis on: Mechanisms of mycoparasitism and fungal biocontrol Signal transduction in Trichoderma during host interaction Secondary metabolite biosynthesis (particularly 6-pentyl-α-pyrone) Fungal volatile organic compound communication Nutrient regulation and stress response pathways Current work leverages CRISPR-Cas9, metabolomics, and live-cell imaging to visualize molecular interactions in real-time. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals strong thematic continuity in Trichoderma molecular mechanisms, with increasing methodological sophistication in genome editing (CRISPR), real-time VOC analysis (PTR-MS), and spatial metabolomics (MALDI imaging). Key research threads include TOR and MAPK signaling pathways, epigenetic regulation of mycoparasitism, and light-dependent metabolic reprogramming. Scientific recognition includes: Associate Editor for Frontiers in Fungal Biology Editorial Board Member for Biocontrol Science and Technology Editorial Board Member for Pathogens journal Leadership of the DK Bio-Interactions doctoral program Member of Faculty Council for Biology Her group actively mentors PhD students (including Baldin, Pierson, Flatschacher) who lead projects on CRISPR applications, antioxidant systems, and nanoparticle biosynthesis. Major funded projects include WWTF's 'BIOGEN: from genes to biocontrol' and FWF's 'TRICHO-TOR: TOR kinase signaling in Trichoderma atroviride', reflecting strong institutional support for her research program. Public engagement includes frequent media appearances in Der Standard, ORF, and Tiroler Tageszeitung discussing fungal applications in agriculture and biotechnology.

• Microbiology
• Phytomyxea taxonomy and systematics
• Host-parasite interactions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sigrid Neuhauser is a Full Professor (Univ.-Prof. Mag. Dr.) at the Institute of Microbiology , University of Innsbruck , where she also serves as Deputy Head of the Institute. She is a START-Fellow of the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) and leads a vibrant research group focused on Phytomyxea , phytopathology, and marine and soil microbiology. Education & Career: Current: Professor and Deputy Head, Institute of Microbiology, University of Innsbruck START-Fellow, Austrian Science Fund (FWF) Research Interests: Prof. Neuhauser’s work spans taxonomy and systematics of Phytomyxea , host-parasite interactions , phytopathology , and marine and soil microbiology . Her group uses cutting-edge molecular tools, including transcriptomics and single-cell RNA visualization (FISH), to unravel how biotrophic parasites interact with their hosts at the cellular level. She has pioneered studies on Plasmodiophora brassicae (clubroot) and Maullinia parasites of brown algae, and she leads the EU Marie Curie ITN ALFF – Algal friends and foes . Scientific Awards: START-Fellowship, Austrian Science Fund (FWF) Leadership & Grants: Principal Investigator, HiPhy – Understanding Phytomyxid-Host-Interactions (START-Grant, FWF) Partner, ALFF – Algal friends and foes (EU Marie Curie ITN) Coordinator, YETIS: Yeast Endophytes of VitIS sp. (applied research) Labs & Teams: She heads the Phytomyxea Research Group at the Institute of Microbiology, comprising post-docs, PhD students, and technical staff. The group operates state-of-the-art microscopy, molecular biology, and bioinformatics facilities.