Explore the Frontiers of Chemical and Molecular Neurobiology
We are seeking a talented PhD candidate to contribute to our ongoing projects addressing various aspects of neurodegeneration. You will work closely with Associate Prof. Ivana Nikić-Spiegel and investigate questions such as:
* What roles do ion channels, cytoskeletal dynamics, and axonal transport play during axonal injury and neurological diseases?
* How can minimally invasive, bioorthogonal click chemistry-based labeling strategies be further developed and optimized for live-cell imaging, super-resolution microscopy, and cell-specific proteomics?
* How do neurons, glial cells, and immune cells communicate, and how can chemical biology help us address these interactions in health and disease?
* What molecular mechanisms drive neuroinflammation and axonal damage in multiple sclerosis?
You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including super-resolution microscopes and cell culture laboratories. Our research environment offers opportunities for collaboration, professional growth, and innovative project development.