Departments and Research Groups

We aim at understanding the underlying physical principles and molecular mechanisms that govern membrane organization and dynamics. [more]

Understanding mechanism through structure [more]

What are the universal principles that underlie chromosome organization across all forms of life? [more]

How is cargo selected and packed into autophagosomes? [more]

We specialize in the development of workflows, methods and – in collaboration with instrument vendors – mass spectrometers to address specific questions in structural, molecular and neuro-biology.  [more]

What molecular mechanisms control the delivery and correct insertion of membrane proteins at the endoplasmic reticulum? [more]

Our state-of-the-art equipment, and technical and scientific user support allow for novel insights into biological structures and molecular mechanisms. [more]

We are focused on the enzyme structure-based analysis of challenging biochemical processes in anaerobic biomass degradation. [more]

We focus on the molecular mechanism of rhodopsin-like ion pumps and channels, and on their optogenetic applications. [more]

How to generate and use structural information to investigate function and mechanisms of membrane protein complexes?
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How can we make the most of cryo-electron microscopy for determining the structure and function of membrane protein complexes? [more]

Our goal is to develop detailed and quantitative descriptions of key biomolecular processes, including energy conversion, molecular transport, signal transduction, and enzymatic catalysis. [more]

How do molecular modules act in concert to generate complex cellular functions? [more]