جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Chromatography
• Porous Media
• Materials Science
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ulrich Tallarek serves as Professor of Analytical Chemistry in the Faculty of Chemistry at Philipps University of Marburg, where he has held a W3 professorship since 2011. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Materials Science Center at the university, a position he has held since 2007. His research group focuses on the fundamental understanding of transport phenomena in porous media with applications spanning chromatography, battery technology, and microfluidic systems. The group maintains strong collaborations with institutions worldwide and secures substantial research funding for advanced computational and experimental work. Professor Tallarek's research interests center on functional porous solids, with specific focus on morphology-transport-performance relationships. His work bridges multiple scales from molecular dynamics simulations of solute behavior in nanopores to macroscopic transport in chromatographic columns and battery electrodes. Key research areas include diffusion in hierarchical porous media, electrokinetic phenomena in microfluidic systems, molecular simulation of chromatographic processes, and advanced characterization of porous materials using tomography and other techniques. His group has pioneered multiscale simulation approaches that connect molecular-level surface chemistry to macroscopic transport properties. The research output demonstrates consistent focus on understanding fundamental transport mechanisms in porous systems, with recent publications emphasizing multiscale simulation techniques, molecular dynamics studies of solvent effects in chromatography, advanced characterization of mesoporous structures, and applications to separation science and energy storage. The work shows strong integration of computational modeling with experimental validation across multiple length scales. 2003: Desty Memorial Prize for Innovation in Separation Science, The Royal Institution of Great Britain, London 2006: Young Scientist Award from DECHEMA e.V. 2011: Named Discussion Leader at the 2011 Gordon Research Conference on Physics & Chemistry of Microfluidics 2011–2012: Chairman of the German Chemical Society (GDCh), Marburg 2013: Finalist, World Technology Awards, for category Environment 2013: Named as one of the 100 most influential analytical scientists in the world (The Analytical Scientist Power List) 2017: Recipient of the Silver Jubilee Medal 2017, The Chromatographic Society, UK Professor Tallarek's research has been supported by numerous grants enabling high-performance computing resources, advanced instrumentation, and international collaborations. His group maintains strong ties with industry partners in separation science and analytical instrumentation. The Tallarek Research Group includes postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and technical staff working across experimental and computational domains. Current projects focus on molecular simulation of chromatographic processes, advanced characterization of porous battery electrodes, and development of novel separation methodologies. The Tallarek Research Group operates state-of-the-art facilities for computational modeling, including access to high-performance computing resources at Forschungszentrum Jülich. The group also maintains experimental capabilities for chromatographic analysis, materials characterization, and microfluidic device development. Their work on physically reconstructed porous media has established new standards for connecting microstructure to transport properties in complex materials systems.

Michael Boutrosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Functional Genomics
• Structural Genomics
• Wnt Signaling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michael Boutros is a Full Professor at Heidelberg University and Head of Division at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ). He currently serves as Dean of the Medical Faculty at Heidelberg University (since 2023) and Director of the Marsilius Kolleg (since 2020). He has held leadership roles including Coordinator of the Functional and Structural Genomics Program at DKFZ (2014–2023) and Acting Scientific Director (2015–2016). His academic base is within the Medical Faculty, focusing on molecular oncology and functional genomics. PhD, Witten/Herdecke University (1993–1996) Postdoctoral Research, Harvard Medical School (1999–2003) MPA, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University (1999–2001) Additional training: Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, SUNY Stony Brook His research centers on Wnt signaling, functional genomics, and cancer pathways. He leads major research initiatives such as CRC 1324 on Wnt signaling and the ERC Synergy Grant DECODE. His work integrates high-throughput screening, CRISPR, and systems biology to dissect signaling networks in cancer and development. He has pioneered genome-wide RNAi and CRISPR screens to identify novel regulators of Wnt signaling across models. The 15 most recent articles reflect a strong focus on Wnt pathway regulation using functional genomics in both Drosophila and mammalian systems. Themes include high-throughput screening, CRISPR-based validation, cross-species conservation, and therapeutic targeting. Keywords span Cancer Biology, Systems Biology, and Signal Transduction, with subfields like RNAi, ubiquitination, stem cell regulation, and machine learning in image analysis. Michael Boutros has received numerous scientific honors: Elected member, Leopoldina National Academy of Sciences (2022) Elected member, Heidelberg Academy of Sciences (2022) EMBO Member (2013) ERC Advanced Grant (2012) Johann-Georg Zimmermann Research Award (2007) EMBO Young Investigator (2005) Member, 'Die Junge Akademie' (2003) He has been a recipient of the Emmy-Noether Program, McCloy Fellowship, Boehringer Ingelheim PhD Fellowship, Studienstiftung Fellowship, and Fulbright Fellowship. As a mentor and research leader, he has supervised numerous early-career scientists and coordinated large collaborative grants including the FP7 'CancerPathways' project. He currently serves as Speaker of the Research and Strategy Commission at Heidelberg University and Managing Director of the Health and Life Science Alliance Heidelberg Mannheim. He leads the CRC 1324 on Wnt signaling and is Coordinating PI of the ERC Synergy Grant DECODE. He is also Spokesperson of DFG Research Group 1036 and Coordinator of the former FP7 Coordinated Project 'CancerPathways'. His lab employs cutting-edge functional genomics tools to decode signaling networks in cancer and development.

• Adaptive nonparametric statistics
• High-dimensional data analysis
• Financial time series modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Vladimir Spokoiny is a leading figure in stochastic algorithms and nonparametric statistics at the Weierstrass Institute for Applied Analysis and Stochastics (WIAS) and Humboldt University of Berlin . His work bridges mathematical statistics with practical applications in finance, medicine, and machine learning. Born in 1959 in Moscow, USSR PhD from Lomonosov Moscow State University (1988) Habilitation from Humboldt University (1996) Head of WIAS research group since 2000 Professor at Humboldt University since 2002 Spokoiny's research focuses on adaptive nonparametric methods, high-dimensional data analysis, and statistical finance. His innovations in local homogeneity testing and propagation-separation methods have advanced volatility modeling, image analysis, and manifold learning. He employs Bayesian optimization frameworks and stochastic control techniques for financial instrument pricing. Recent scientific contributions include generalized bootstrap procedures for Bures-Wasserstein barycenters (2024), dimension-free Laplace approximation bounds (2023), and structure-adaptive manifold estimation (2022). His 19+ PhD students and editorial roles in top journals like The Annals of Statistics demonstrate sustained academic impact. International Statistical Institute member American Statistical Association fellow Institute of Mathematical Statistics member Bernoulli Society member

• Neurobiology
• Developmental Biology
• Cell Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Gaia Tavosanis is a faculty member at RWTH Aachen University , affiliated with the Department of Developmental Biology . Her research focuses on the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying neuronal resilience and dynamics in Drosophila , particularly during development and adult life. Research Interests Her work investigates dendritic structural remodeling, lipid metabolism in neuronal health, and the role of the Drosophila mushroom body in sensory processing and memory formation. These studies integrate genetic models, advanced imaging techniques, and functional analyses to uncover conserved biological principles. Publications Trends Recent publications highlight her expertise in neurodevelopmental mechanisms, lipid metabolism in neurons, and computational ethology using Drosophila . Key themes include dendritic plasticity, disease modeling, and neural circuitry optimization. Contact Email: gaia@devbiol.rwth-aachen.de Phone: +49 241 80 20870 Address: Worringerweg 3, 52074 Aachen, Germany

Thomas Kunerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Pain Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Thomas Kuner is a Professor and Director of the Department of Functional Neuroanatomy at the University of Heidelberg's Medical Faculty. He holds a medical degree (MD) from Heidelberg (1998) and completed postdoctoral work at Duke University and the Marine Biological Laboratory. Since 2000, he has led a research group at the Max Planck Institute for Medical Research, followed by habilitation in Physiology (2003) and appointment as Professor of Anatomy and Cell Biology (2006). Research Focus: His work focuses on neuroanatomy, synaptic transmission mechanisms, and pain research. Key projects include investigations into the structural and functional properties of synapses (e.g., calyx of Held), the role of presynaptic proteins like Mover, and the molecular basis of pain signaling via the SFB 1158 consortium. His lab uses advanced imaging techniques (e.g., STED microscopy) and genetic models to study neuronal circuits and synaptic plasticity. Funding & Collaborations: Kuner's research is supported by grants from the DFG (e.g., SFB 1158), the Baden-Württemberg Foundation, and other national/international bodies. His interdisciplinary approach bridges cellular neuroscience, molecular biology, and clinical applications in pain management. Teaching & Leadership: He oversees the Institute of Anatomy and Cell Biology, contributing to graduate programs in medical education and anatomy. His team includes postdocs and technicians, with collaborations extending to imaging technology development and medical education innovation.

Marco Cuturiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Machine Learning
• Optimal Transport
• Optimization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marco Cuturi is a Research Scientist at Apple ML Research in Paris and Professor of Statistics at CREST-ENSAE, Institut Polytechnique de Paris. His work bridges machine learning , optimal transport , and optimization , with applications in time-series analysis , kernels , and multiresolution methods . He has held academic roles at Kyoto University and Princeton University, and previously worked in the financial industry. Research Interests: Optimal transport theory and computational methods Kernel design for structured data and histograms Time-series alignment and soft-DTW Entropic regularization in optimization Applications to computer vision and genomics Teaching: Cuturi has taught courses on linear optimization at Princeton, geometric methods in machine learning at Kyoto, and scientific English. He has also organized machine learning summer schools in Kyoto, Les Houches, and other international venues. Recent Trends: His 2024-2025 publications focus on entropic optimal transport solvers, disentangled representation learning via Gromov-Monge gaps, and applications to text-to-image diffusion models. Collaborative work with institutions like Google Research, MIT, and University of Tokyo highlights his interdisciplinary impact.

Anna Bonifaziمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Discourse Analysis
• Pragmatics
• Cognitive Linguistics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Anna Bonifazi holds a Professorship in Discourse Studies at the Department of Linguistics, University of Cologne. Her research spans Discourse Analysis, Pragmatics, Cognitive Linguistics, and Multimodal Communication with a focus on Ancient Greek Linguistics and Oral Epic traditions. She investigates phenomena like anaphoric cohesion in long texts, multimodal storytelling in film and oral traditions, and ancient Greek particles' discursive functions. Her work explores how multimodal elements (e.g., visual, musical, gestural) interact in communication, particularly analyzing films (e.g., mystery genres), ancient texts (e.g., Homeric epics), and South Slavic oral narratives. She examines cross-modal iconicity, viewpoint blending, and the cognitive underpinnings of discourse structures. Recent publications address topics like anaphoric strategies in crime stories and syntactic patterns in ancient Greek conversational frameworks. Prof. Bonifazi's research often bridges classical philology and modern cognitive theories, emphasizing embodied cognition and the interplay between language and other semiotic systems. She collaborates internationally on projects involving gesture analysis in storytelling and ancient papyrological studies. Her interdisciplinary work integrates linguistics with musicology, film studies, and cognitive science. Administratively, she oversees the Discourse Studies research group at Cologne and mentors assistants like Dr. Sandra Debreslioska and Madeleine Frings. Her lab focuses on multimodal discourse analysis using experimental and corpus-based methods.

Dirk de Beerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Marine Microbiology
• Biogeochemistry
• Microbial Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dirk de Beer is the leader of the Microsensor Group at the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology in Bremen, Germany. His research focuses on the structure and function of marine sediments, investigating how microbial conversions (e.g., photosynthesis, chemoautotrophy, anaerobic nitrogen/carbon/sulfur cycling) are controlled by transport processes and how microbial species distributions are regulated in hot spots like seeps, microbial mats, and biofilms. His group employs advanced techniques such as microsensors and planar optodes to study high-resolution geochemical dynamics in marine systems. Key research areas include: Biogeochemical cycling of oxygen, sulfur, and carbon Microbial community interactions in sediments and mats Environmental regulation of microbial processes Reactive oxygen species in marine environments Coral bleaching and ocean acidification Recent publications highlight collaborations on arsenic cycling, hydrogen peroxide dynamics, and microbial respiration in extreme environments. Dr. de Beer's work is central to understanding how microbial processes influence global elemental cycles and climate regulation.

Markus Axerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Connectome
• Neuroimaging
• Polarization Microscopy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Markus Axer is a Professor and Deputy Head of the Structural and Functional Organisation of the Brain (INM-1) at the Institute of Neuroscience and Medicine (INM) within Forschungszentrum Jülich. His research focuses on connectomics, neuroimaging technologies (e.g., 3D-Polarized Light Imaging), and high-performance computing applications in brain architecture analysis. He leads the 'Fiber Architecture' working group, advancing microscopy techniques like scattered light imaging and MRI-histology correlation for studying brain microstructure. His work bridges experimental neuroscience with computational methods, aiming to decode brain organization at meso- and macroscales. Key achievements include developing the HippoMaps atlas of the human hippocampus and improving fiber orientation mapping in brain tissue. Awards include Fellowship in the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (2024). Research emphasizes cross-modal data integration, with applications in Alzheimer’s disease biomarker validation and primate brain evolution studies. He collaborates with academic institutions like the University of Wuppertal and contributes to international initiatives like the BigBrain Analytics Learning Laboratory.

Sebastian Schlückerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS)
• Plasmonics
• Nanophotonics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sebastian Schlücker is a full professor in the Department of Physical Chemistry at the University of Duisburg-Essen , where he leads the Molecular Biophotonics and Nanodiagnostics research group within the Faculty of Chemistry. He is actively engaged in research, teaching, and academic leadership, with a strong focus on advanced spectroscopic techniques for biomedical and analytical applications. His research interests lie at the intersection of nanophotonics, plasmonics, and bioanalytical chemistry . Key areas include surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) , single-particle spectroscopy , laser diagnostics , and the design of functionalized metal colloids for biosensing and tumor diagnostics. He emphasizes a theory-guided approach combining simulation and experiment to tailor nanoparticle properties. His recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a strong trend toward quantitative, label-free molecular diagnostics , point-of-care testing , and in situ monitoring of catalytic and biological processes . The work spans fundamental plasmonics to clinical applications, particularly in cancer detection and immunoassays using SERS nanotags. International Raman Innovation Prize He mentors students and researchers, supervises theses, and collaborates widely across disciplines. His group develops advanced instrumentation, including portable SERS readers , fs-laser laboratories , and automated nanoparticle synthesis systems (e.g., BONAPARTE robot). He teaches master’s courses such as NanoBioPhotonics and Optical Spectroscopy , and is involved in STEM outreach.

Matthew K. Tamمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• continuous optimisation and its applications
• monotone operator theory
• variational and convex analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew K. Tam is an Associate Professor at the School of Mathematics and Statistics, The University of Melbourne, specializing in Operations Research. He is also an investigator at the Melbourne Centre for Data Science and an associate investigator in the ARC Training Centre OPTIMA. PhD in Mathematics (2016) from University of Newcastle under Jonathan Borwein Postdoctoral research at University of Göttingen with RTG-2088 and Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Junior Professor at University of Göttingen (2017-2020) His research focuses on continuous optimization, monotone operator theory, and variational analysis, with applications in wavelet construction and inverse problems. Key trends include distributed algorithms, resolvent splitting, and convergence analysis for feasibility problems. Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA) Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship He collaborates with institutions like ANZIAM, Springer, and IEEE, with publications spanning mathematical optimization, harmonic analysis, and computational mathematics. His work emphasizes algorithmic design for complex data systems and real-world applications in imaging and industrial modeling.

Hermann Cuntzمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Neuroinformatics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hermann Cuntz is an Independent Group Leader at the Ernst Strüngmann Institute (ESI) for Neuroscience in cooperation with the Max Planck Society. He is also a Research Fellow at the Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS) since 2014 and affiliated with the Goethe University Frankfurt via the Institute of Clinical Neuroanatomy . His email address is hermann.neuro@gmail.com , and he is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Research Focus: Dr. Cuntz investigates principles of neuronal wiring, aiming to decode the "connection code" of the brain. His work bridges morphology and function using computational tools, mathematical laws, and morphological modeling. Key areas include dendritic constancy , structural plasticity , connectomics , and neuroinformatics , with applications in understanding neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. Education: PhD from the University of California at Berkeley and Max Planck Institute of Neurobiology (2000-2004). Diploma in biology from Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen (1994-2000). Recent Publications highlight research trends in dendritic structure, pattern separation, synaptic spine distribution, and cortical folding. His lab develops the TREES Toolbox , a MATLAB-based framework for neuronal morphology analysis. Scientific Awards: Bernstein Award (2013-2019) DFG Eigene Stelle (2014-2016) Feodor Lynen Fellowship (Alexander von Humboldt, 2006-2008) Minerva Fellowship (2004-2005) Wellcome Image Award (2011) 1st Prize Poster Competition, UCL Neuroscience Symposium (2010) Advising and Grants: Dr. Cuntz mentors numerous PhD and Master’s students, including Marcel Beining , Mariuss Schneider , and Marvin Weigand . His lab receives funding from the DFG , Bernstein Award , and collaborations with institutions like the 3R-Center Giessen and Interdisciplinary Centre for 3Rs (ICAR3R) . Labs and Collaborations: The Cuntz Lab specializes in computational neuroanatomy, with alumni working globally in academia and industry. Key collaborators include Prof. Peter Jedlicka (Justus Liebig University), Prof. Gaia Tavosanis (DZNE Bonn), and Prof. Alexander Borst (MPI Neurobiology).

Karin Schumacherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cell Biology
• Plant Developmental Biology
• Plant Cell Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Karin Schumacher is a Professor of Plant Developmental Biology at Heidelberg University and currently serves as Vice-Rector for Quality Development and Sustainability. Her research focuses on plant cell biology, particularly vacuole dynamics, ion homeostasis, and membrane trafficking in Arabidopsis. She leads the Cell Biology Research Group at the Centre for Organismal Studies (COS) and has held leadership roles such as Dean of the Faculty of Biosciences. Her work integrates computational modeling with experimental approaches to study plant growth and stress responses. Dr. Schumacher's academic career includes a Doctorate from the University of Cologne and a Habilitation from the University of Tübingen. She has held professorial positions since 2007 and contributed to advancements in understanding plant membrane systems, including V-ATPase function and calcium signaling. Her research publications emphasize vacuolar ion transport, autophagy mechanisms, and plant stress physiology. Her administrative roles include enhancing early career researcher support and promoting sustainability in university operations. She is an active member of scientific societies like the German Botanical Society and serves on editorial boards such as Plant Cell . Her interdisciplinary work bridges cell biology, molecular genetics, and systems-level plant physiology.

Hans-Jörg Vogelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soil Science
• Environmental Science
• Hydrology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Hans-Jörg Vogel is the Head of the Department of Soil System Science at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Halle, Germany. His research focuses on understanding soils as complex systems, emphasizing their porous structure and its role in facilitating water, gas, and matter fluxes, as well as biological processes. He leads interdisciplinary projects integrating experimental and computational approaches to model soil functions under climate and land-use changes. He holds the Emil-Ramann-Medaille 2022 and the Don and Betty Kirkham Soil Physics Award 2022 for contributions to soil science. His work spans soil structure dynamics, denitrification processes, nanoparticle transport, and systemic modeling of soil functions via frameworks like BODIUM. Collaborations include TERENO observatories and the Soil Structure Library (open-access CT data repository). Key affiliations include the UFZ’s Ecosystems of the Future research community and the Soil System Science Team. His research addresses sustainable agriculture, environmental monitoring, and climate change impacts, with over 150 peer-reviewed publications since 2000.

• Medical Biometry
• Epidemiology
• Cognitive Dysfunction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Insa Feinkohl is a Professor at the Chair of Medical Biometry and Epidemiology within the Faculty of Health at the University of Witten/Herdecke . Her research focuses on risk factors for cognitive dysfunction and mental health in older adults, particularly post-surgery, with emphasis on metabolic and cognitive risk factors. Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology (1 st class honors) – University of Dundee (2006-2009) Master of Science (MSc) in Psychology of Individual Differences (with distinction) – University of Edinburgh (2009-2010) PhD in Community Health Sciences – University of Edinburgh (2010-2014) Post Doc in Knowledge Construction Group – Leibniz Institute for Knowledge Media, Tübingen (2014-2015) Postdoc in Molecular Epidemiology Group – Max Delbrück Center, Berlin (2015-2022) Habilitation in Molecular Epidemiology – Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin (2021) Her research integrates medical biometry and epidemiology to study postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD), delirium, and aging-related cognitive decline. Key areas include biomarker validation (e.g., leptin, interleukins), brain connectivity (dopaminergic networks, thalamus), and metabolic risk factors (diabetes, obesity). She contributed to the BioCog project , an EU-funded initiative for personalized risk prediction of postoperative cognitive impairment. Her recent publications highlight trends in perioperative neuroscience, including brain mineralization, cytokine associations with neurocognitive disorders, and structural/functional imaging in delirium. Articles also explore metabolic syndrome, cognitive reserve, and delirium prediction models using machine learning. Insa Feinkohl is affiliated with major academic societies, including the German Society for Epidemiology , German Society for Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology , and the German University Association .