International Max Planck Research School for Neurosciences (IMPRS)/European Neuroscience Institute (ENI), Göttingen
Germany
Experience
2017–2021 - Research Associate at Interfaculty Chair for Neurobiological Research, RWTH, Aachen, Germany
2012–2016 - Postdoctoral researcher at European Neuroscience Institute (ENI), Göttingen, Germany
Research Interests
The goal of our research is to understand the molecular underpinnings of spinal moto-neuron diversity and neuromuscular plasticity. We are particularly interested in under-standing the effects of enhanced or reduced activity on the neuromuscular system using rodent models. Following neuromuscular conditioning in mice, we plan to employ state of the art electrophysiological, molecular, and optophysiological tools to study motor unit plasticity. Also we aim to study mechanisms underlying exercise-mediated neuroprotection
Awards & Fellowships
2009-2012 - Göttingen Graduate School for Neurosciences and Molecular Biosciences (GGNB) - Excellence Fellowship for Research
2008-2009 - IMPRS Neurosciences Fellowship
2007-2008 - Stipend of the Excellence Foundation for the Promotion of the Max Planck Society