Prof. Dr. Ilka Maria Axmann; Synthetic Microbiology

We are researching molecular regulatory processes in microorganisms influenced by internal factors like small RNA molecules or the circadian clock.

Prof. Dr. Oliver Ebenhöh; Quantitative & Theoretical Biology

We are developing mathematical models and new theoretical concepts to investigate biological systems. We aim at understanding emergent properties of complex systems and identifying general principles.

Prof. Dr. Martin Lercher; Computational Cell Biology

We build computer models for the productivity of plants depending on their environment (soil, climate, microclimate). With the help of the models, we investigate questions of molecular physiology and evolution.

Prof. Dr. William F. Martin; Molecular Evolution

We investigate the origin of the first free-living bacteria and archaea, the role of mitochondria at the origin of eukaryotes, and the cyanobacterial ancestry of plastids at the origin of the plant kingdom.

Prof. Dr. Laura Rose; Population Genetics

My research focuses on the evolutionary genetics of plants and their associated microbes. Using population genetics and phylogenetics, I reconstruct the evolutionary history of host-microbe communication.

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schurr; Plant Sciences IBG-2

Knowledge about photosynthesis, transport and growth of plants in a dynamic environment is the basis for their optimization for food and biorefineries. We develop/use non-invasive and high-throughput methods and robotics.

Prof. Dr. Björn Usadel, Biological Data Science

We are involved in the analysis, visualization and interpretation of big data especially from the omics disciplines. We are interested in the prediction of gene function and complex phenotypes.

Prof. Dr. Andreas Weber; Plant Biochemistry

We unravel the genetic design principles underpinning the physiological and biochemical diversity of photosynthesis in land plants, algae, and cyanobacteria.