جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Microalgal Research
• Metabolomics
• Transcriptomics
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Anne-Susann Abel holds academic credentials (B.Sc., M.Sc.) and is affiliated with the Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Theoretical Chemistry. Her research focuses on microalgal systems and biochemical interactions within marine environments. Her primary research interests include Microalgal Research , Metabolomics , and Transcriptomics , with specific expertise in co-culture systems involving Skeletonema marinoi and Prymnesium parvum . She employs advanced techniques such as Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and Tandem Mass Spectrometry for metabolite and gene expression analysis. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental sustainability. Recent publication trends indicate strong focus on integrating metabolomics and transcriptomics data to understand microalgal interactions, with applications in environmental monitoring and marine ecosystem studies. Abel actively participates in research collaborations and advisory capacities through project presentations. Her academic activities include keynote speaking engagements on carbon fixation pathways and multi-enzyme cascade design, demonstrating leadership in thermodynamics-related biochemical research. She contributes to the 'Science to Science' research initiative through both poster presentations and oral contributions, focusing on carbon fixation thermodynamics and multi-enzyme systems design.

Niko Popitschمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Genomics
• RNA Biology
• Transcriptomics
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Niko Popitsch is a researcher at the Max Perutz Labs, affiliated with the Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology at the University of Vienna and Medical University of Vienna. He holds academic credentials including Dipl.-Ing. (Diplom-Ingenieur), Mag. (Magister), and Dr.techn. (Doctor of Technical Sciences). His research focuses on RNA biology, transcriptomics, and computational genomics, with a particular emphasis on RNA processing mechanisms, genome sequencing applications, and bioinformatics tool development. Key contributions include the Rnalib Python library for transcriptomics analysis and studies on RNA exosome function and immune signaling pathways. Popitsch's work spans diverse areas such as structural genomics, non-coding variants in rare diseases, and epigenetic regulation in neurons. He collaborates internationally on projects involving whole-genome sequencing diagnostics and the development of computational tools for genomic data analysis. Over 55 publications since 2008 highlight his prolific output in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and medical genetics. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the provided materials. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation, particularly through advancements in genomic diagnostics and understanding genetic disorders. Advising activities and lab leadership are inferred from his role in collaborative research projects but specific student names or lab details remain unspecified.

Stefan Ameresمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• RNA Biology
• MicroRNA Biogenesis
• Gene Regulation
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Stefan Ameres is a full Professor at the Max Perutz Labs, affiliated with the Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology. His research focuses on RNA biology, particularly microRNA biogenesis, RNA silencing mechanisms, and transcriptome dynamics. He holds significant roles including Vice Dean at Max Perutz Labs since 2024. Key research interests include RNA processing pathways, epitranscriptomics, and the role of non-coding RNAs in cellular regulation. He has pioneered methods like SLAMseq and Rnalib for transcriptomics analysis, and contributed to understanding RNA exosome function and post-transcriptional regulation. Awards: DOC Award of the City of Vienna (2008) Elected Member of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (Young Academy) (2015) Diploma Award for academic excellence (2003) Recent work highlights include studies on ERH-mediated interferon signaling, RNA exosome assembly, and development of open-source diagnostic assays. His lab actively collaborates on projects like RiboTrace (RNA silencing dynamics) and RNAdeco (RNA decoration technologies). Activities include organizing Microsymposium on RNA Biology and serving in academic leadership roles.

• Marine Biology
• Developmental Biology
• Evolutionary Biology
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Ulrich Technau is a Professor in the Department of Neuroscience and Developmental Biology at the Faculty of Life Sciences. His research focuses on evolutionary developmental biology, particularly the molecular mechanisms underlying body plan evolution in cnidarians such as Nematostella vectensis. He investigates germ layer formation, axial patterning, and the evolution of developmental signaling pathways (e.g., Wnt, β-catenin, Notch). His work integrates genomics, single-cell transcriptomics, and experimental embryology to explore ancestral animal body plans and cell-type diversification. Key projects include: Unraveling neuromuscular system evolution (2024–2029) Host-parasite interactions in Pirsonia-Coscinodiscus systems (2024–2027) Cnidarian muscle cell profiling (2021–2025) Research interests span marine model systems, regenerative biology, and the evolution of complex traits like pluripotency and germline specification. His contributions include seminal studies on cnidarian germ layer patterning, neuropeptide systems, and ancestral gene regulatory networks. Recent talks include presentations on sea anemone models for bilaterality and regeneration (2020), highlighting interdisciplinary approaches to EvoDevo questions.

• RNA Biology
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa
• Translational Regulation
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Udo Bläsi is a Professor at the Max Perutz Labs, affiliated with the Department of Microbiology, Immunobiology and Genetics. His research focuses on translational regulation, RNA-protein interactions, and bacterial pathogenesis, particularly in Pseudomonas aeruginosa and archaeal systems like Sulfolobus solfataricus . He leads projects on small RNAs, Hfq-Crc regulatory networks, and antimicrobial resistance mechanisms. Over 100 peer-reviewed publications span topics including ribonucleoprotein complexes, gene expression control, and bacterial physiology. Collaborations highlight global networks in microbiology and molecular biology. Research interests include: RNA regulatory mechanisms Translational control in bacteria/archaea Antimicrobial resistance Hfq-mediated riboregulation Archaeal translation machinery Notable projects (2020-2023) investigate small RNAs' role in antibiotic susceptibility and P. aeruginosa virulence. Recent articles emphasize structural biology of Hfq-Crc assemblies and CrcZ RNA's role in biofilm formation. Grants and collaborations fund explorations into metabolic regulation and bacterial genetics. Labs/teams: Active in Max Perutz Labs' microbiology and immunobiology divisions, with contributions to structural and functional studies of RNA-protein complexes.

David Berryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbiome Research
• Gut Microbiota
• Environmental Systems Science
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David Berry is a Professor at the University of Vienna's Department of Microbiology and Ecosystem Research, affiliated with the Center for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science and the Faculty of Chemistry. His research focuses on microbiome dynamics in health, disease, and environmental contexts, particularly addressing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to health and environmental sustainability. Berry leads initiatives such as the Engineering enhanced microbiome function using synthetic ecology (EnhanceFun) and Dysfunctional gut-immune-brain axis in premature infants (NeoGIBA) , emphasizing translational microbiome applications. Recent work includes studies on UTI prevention via cranberry/ascorbic acid supplementation, gut microbiota modulation of stress responses, and microbial contributions to obesity and neurodevelopmental disorders. He has authored over 130 peer-reviewed articles and actively collaborates globally, contributing to projects like HiBC (human gut microbiota strain collection) and BaMiKO (fiber-microbiome interactions). Berry’s grants span microbiome engineering, preterm infant brain health, and environmental exposome studies. His lab investigates microbial-chemical interactions, with a focus on microplastics, mycotoxins, and dietary interventions. Notably, Berry’s work bridges fundamental microbiology with clinical and environmental applications, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations.

Christian Behmمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSCs)
• Single-Cell Transcriptomics
• Regenerative Medicine
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Christian Behm, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the University Clinic of Dentistry, Medical University of Vienna, and a member of the Competence Center Periodontal Research. His work focuses on understanding the heterogeneity of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) derived from dental tissues, particularly periodontal ligament (PDL) and gingiva, using single-cell transcriptomics. This research aims to clarify how tissue-specific and donor-dependent variations affect MSC functionality in regenerative therapies for conditions like periodontitis and Crohn's disease. Behm's 2024 study in J Dent Res demonstrated that tissue- and donor-dependent transcriptomic differences in dental MSCs are confined to specific cellular pathways, highlighting the need for standardized cell characterization before clinical use. His findings underscore the complexity of MSC populations and the value of single-cell analysis to ensure therapeutic consistency. His research integrates molecular biology, computational analysis, and clinical applications, with a focus on translational advancements in regenerative medicine. Behm is affiliated with the Medical University of Vienna's dental clinic and collaborates on projects addressing MSC heterogeneity and clinical translation.

• Genodermatoses
• Epidermolysis Bullosa
• Gene Editing
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Dr. Josefina Pinon Hofbauer is a dedicated researcher and group leader at the Research Program for Molecular Therapy in Genodermatoses within the University Clinic for Dermatology and Allergology at Medical University of Vienna. With over two decades of research activity, she focuses on genodermatoses , particularly epidermolysis bullosa , integrating gene editing , antisense oligonucleotides , and drug repositioning to develop innovative therapies. Research Themes : Her work bridges molecular therapy , scar formation , and collagen type VII biology, addressing critical challenges in rare skin disease clinical trials. Scientific Awards : Notable recognitions include the PMU Wissenschaftspreis Gold (2011) PMU Wissenschaftspreis Silver (2012) Sanofi Award (2011) Wilhelm Türk Preis (2010) Advising : She supervised Marie-Katharina Pichler's master's thesis on hyaluronic acid effects in epidermolysis bullosa keratinocytes. Leadership in Conferences : Actively organizing events like the ÖGDV Science Days (2023-2025) and participating in the EADV Congress 2024 as a guest speaker.

Marco Heinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Systems Biology
• Virology
• Virus-Host Interactions
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Marco Hein is a Professor of Molecular Biology at the Medical University of Vienna and Group Leader at the Max Perutz Labs, where he established his research group in November 2022. His lab focuses on systems-level analysis of virus-host interactions using cutting-edge genomic and proteomic technologies. He holds a PhD from the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry and completed an EMBO postdoctoral fellowship at UCSF. His research investigates how viruses remodel host cells, with emphasis on: Repurposing of host pathways during viral infection Subcellular architectural changes induced by pathogens CRISPR-based functional genomics of viral replication Single-cell transcriptomics of infection trajectories Proteome-scale mapping of organelle dynamics Anellovirus biology and therapeutic applications His publications predominantly explore viral infection mechanisms through systems biology approaches, with recurring themes in host-pathogen interactions, single-cell genomics, and spatial proteomics. Recent work demonstrates advanced techniques like Perturb-seq to dissect viral life cycles and host defense mechanisms. Research Funding: Vienna Science and Technology Fund (WWTF): €900,000 for 'Deconstructing and Reconstructing Anelloviruses' (2024-2028) He currently supervises 2 PhD students and 3 Master's students. His lab is affiliated with the Vienna Biocenter PhD program and collaborates with the MedUni Center for Virology on anellovirus research.

• Neuroscience
• Stem Cell Biology
• Cell Surface Antigen Profiling
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Jan Pruszak is a Professor and Chair at the Institute of Anatomy and Cell Biology , Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg. His research focuses on stem cell biology , neuronal differentiation , and cell surface antigen profiling for biomedical applications. Current projects include neurovascular interactions in Sturge-Weber syndrome and quantitative biomarkers for dopaminergic neurons . He has published extensively on neural crest development , limbal epithelial progenitors , and proteotoxicity in neuroblastoma . His recent work trends emphasize stem cell-based models , surface marker screening , and regenerative approaches for neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Pruszak actively organizes medical training workshops and participates in international conferences on neurosurgical techniques.

Sergey B. Zotchevمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial natural products
• Antibiotic biosynthesis
• Genome mining and synthetic biology
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Sergey B. Zotchev is University Professor of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology at the University of Vienna, Faculty of Life Sciences, where he heads the inter-disciplinary Research Platform ‘Secondary Metabolomes of Bacterial Communities’. Since 2015 he has built an internationally visible group that couples microbial genomics, metabolic engineering and synthetic biology to discover new antibiotics and other bioactive natural products, with continuous funding from the Austrian Science Fund, EU-FP7 and national innovation agencies. Education & career: PhD 1985-1991 – State Scientific Center for Biotechnology NIIGenetika, Russia Alexander von Humboldt Post-doc 1991-1993 – University of Osnabrück, Germany Post-doc stays at University of Wisconsin-Madison (USA) and Karolinska Institute (Sweden) 1996-2015 – Norwegian University of Science & Technology (NTNU), rising from Research Scientist to Professor 2011-2012 – Visiting Professor, Joint BioEnergy Institute, UC Berkeley Since 2015 – Professor of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, University of Vienna Research focus: His group investigates Streptomyces and other actinobacteria, marine and endophytic microbes to unlock cryptic biosynthetic gene clusters, engineer antibiotic pathways, and develop new leads against resistant pathogens. Recent work expands into plant-endophyte interactions for enhanced production of plant-derived drugs such as bergenin, and into Antarctic microbiomes for novel chemistry. Grants & projects (selected): MetaBac research platform (€4 M), multiple FWF projects on meroterpenoid and forced-evolution based natural product discovery, EU STREPSYNTH and ViennaMicin antibiotic development grants. Teaching: He coordinates six master-level courses (Drug Discovery, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Pharmacognosy seminars, etc.) and two doctoral training modules, annually supervising >20 MSc and PhD students.

• Stem Cell Biology
• Developmental Biology
• Molecular Biology
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Florian Raible is an Associate Professor at the Department of Neuroscience and Developmental Biology , University of Vienna. His research spans stem cell biology, chronobiology, and marine organism molecular biology, focusing on annelid models like Platynereis dumerilii to explore evolutionary developmental mechanisms, circadian/circalunidian clocks, and photoreceptor evolution. Research Focus: Stem cell lineage restrictions, light-regulated hormonal systems, and molecular rhythmicity in marine annelids Key Methodologies: SHInE tissue labeling, HCR hybridization, metabolomics platforms Recent Trends: 2024 articles emphasize annelid stem cell profiling, moonlight sensing cryptochromes, and fatty acid elongation pathways Scientific Contributions: • Pioneering transgenesis in Platynereis • Establishing Platynereis as a model for circalunar clock research • Discovering methylfarnesoate as an annelid brain hormone Contact: Email: florian.raible@univie.ac.at Phone: +43-1-4277-54616

Ivo Hofackerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Biology
• RNA Bioinformatics
• RNA Secondary Structures
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Ivo Hofacker is a Professor at the University of Vienna, holding a double appointment in the Faculty of Chemistry and Faculty of Computer Science. He leads the Research Group Bioinformatics and Computational Biology at the Institute for Theoretical Chemistry. His research focuses on computational biology , with emphasis on RNA bioinformatics (including the Vienna RNA Package for RNA structure prediction) and systems chemistry problems like combinatorial reaction networks. His work spans RNA structure prediction, RNA-RNA interactions, and development of bioinformatics tools. Recent publications (2021-2024) explore RNA 3D modeling, evolutionary constraints, viral RNA structures, membrane protein optimization, and limitations of deep learning in RNA folding. His group actively develops methods integrating phylogenetic data, chemical probing, and biophysical analyses. He collaborates extensively across disciplines, contributing to virology, microbiology, and biophysics. No awards or student advisees are explicitly mentioned in the source material.

• Developmental biology
• Regenerative medicine
• Transcription
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Thomas Perlmann is a Professor of Molecular Developmental Biology at Karolinska Institutet since 2001. He serves as Secretary-General of the Nobel Assembly and Nobel Committee (2016–present) and has held leadership roles, including Director of the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research (2007–2017) and Chairman of the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology (2003–2006). Education : PhD in Medical Science (Dr. Med. Sci.), Karolinska Institutet (1986–1991). Research Interests : The lab investigates how dopamine neurons are generated and maintained in the central nervous system, focusing on transcriptional regulation and signaling pathways. They explore early neurogenesis, adult neuronal maintenance, and regenerative medicine applications for Parkinson’s disease and related disorders. Publications : Recent work includes transcriptomic atlases of dopamine neurons, studies on Sox and Otx transcription factors, and insights into Parkinsonism pathology. Their research spans developmental neuroscience, gene regulation, and neurodegenerative disease modeling. Scientific Awards : Torsten Söderberg Academy Professor in Medicine (2017), Hilda and Alfred Eriksson’s prize (2016), Rockefeller Nicholson Award (2011), and others. Advisory Roles : Thomas serves on the board of the Nobel Foundation (2016–present) and has participated in review panels for the European Research Council and German Cancer Research Center.

Ryszard Przewlockiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mechanisms of pain
• Molecular & cellular neuroscience
• Gene expression
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Ryszard Przewlocki is a Professor and Head of the Molecular Neuropharmacology Department at the Institute of Pharmacology, Polish Academy of Sciences in Krakow, and a Professor of Neurobiology at Jagiellonian University. His career spans over four decades, including roles as a Senior Fulbright Fellow at the Scripps Research Institute and visiting scientist positions in the U.S. and Europe. Education: PhD in Natural Sciences (1975), Institute of Pharmacology D.Sc. (Dr hab.) in Neurophysiology (1986), Nencki Institute, Warsaw Full Professor in Medical Sciences (1991) Research Interests: Focuses on neurobiology of the nervous system, drug-regulated gene expression, and whole-genome profiling. His team specializes in transcriptome analysis and pharmacological dissection of drug responses, particularly in addiction, pain, and stress-related disorders. Awards and Honors: Elected to Polish Academy of Sciences and Art (2005) Jedrzej Sniadecki Award in Medical Sciences (2006) Commander's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta (2004) He led international projects like NEUROPAIN and GENADDICT, and served as Chair of FENS/IBRO committees. Grants and Projects: Principal Investigator (PI) for EU-funded projects (FP6/FP7) Polish-funded research initiatives on neuropharmacology and addiction Labs and Teams: His lab pioneered gene profiling techniques, including microarrays and high-throughput sequencing, to study drug effects on gene expression.