Dr. Gudrun Kadereit

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Biography

Gudrun Kadereit is a Professor and Vice-Dean at the Faculty of Biology, LMU Munich, where she holds the Chair of Systematics, Biodiversity, and Evolution of Plants. Her research focuses on angiosperm phylogenetics and systematics, particularly within families such as Amaranthaceae, Melastomataceae, Crassulaceae, and Aizoaceae. Professor Kadereit is also involved in studying genetic basis of C4 photosynthesis and the evolution of Crassulacean Acid Metabolism (CAM). She applies experimental approaches to investigate adaptation and extinction in plants within changing environments, with a particular focus on endangered species in Bavaria. Additionally, she leads the ongoing DFG priority program SPP 1991 on Taxon-omics, a German network aimed at integrating taxonomy with natural history specimens to develop new methodologies for naming biodiversity. Her work has significant implications for sustainable digitization and mobilization of natural history collections.

Research Interests

Experience

Vice-Dean

2016-01-01 — Present

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Faculty of Biology • Munich

Serves as the Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Biology, overseeing academic and administrative operations.

Chair

2016-01-01 — Present

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Department of Biology • Munich

Holds the Chair of Systematics, Biodiversity, and Evolution of Plants, leading research and academic initiatives.

Requirements for Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Economics or related quantitative field At least 75% of Bachelor's curriculum completed at time of application
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae in English
  • Motivation letter (2000-3000 characters)
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcript
  • Explanation of grading scale
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Faculty of Economics. GRE is NOT required for the standard M.Sc. Economics.