Dr. Magdalena Götz

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Biography

Magdalena Götz is a prominent researcher focusing on the field of neuroscience, particularly in the mechanisms of neurogenesis and brain development. She holds a W3 Professorship at the Department of Physiological Genomics at the Biomedical Center, LMU Munich, where she has served since 2011. Before this role, she was the Chair of Physiological Genomics at the Medical Faculty of LMU Munich, and she also serves as the Director of the Stem Cell Institute at the Helmholtz Zentrum München since 2008. Her earlier career includes esteemed positions such as Group Leader at the Max-Planck Institute of Neurobiology and scientific roles at the Max-Planck Institute of Biophysical Chemistry. Götz's research primarily investigates neural stem cells and the reprogramming of glial cells to neurons, targeting novel mechanisms that guide stem cell self-renewal and differentiation. Her work is aimed at enhancing neuronal repair methods for neurodegenerative diseases, laying the groundwork for innovative therapeutic strategies.

Research Interests

Neurogenesis Neural Stem Cells Glia-to-Neuron Reprogramming Neuronal Repair Brain Development

Experience

W3 Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Department of Physiological Genomics, Biomedical Center, LMU Munich • Munich, Germany

Professor leading research in physiological genomics and neurogenesis.

Chair

2004-01-01 — Present

Physiological Genomics, Medical Faculty, LMU Munich • Munich, Germany

Leading research and academic initiatives in physiological genomics.

Director

2008-01-01 — Present

Stem Cell Institute, Helmholtz Zentrum München • Neuherberg, Munich

Overseeing stem cell research and integration into clinical applications.

Group Leader

1997-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Max-Planck Institute of Neurobiology • Martinsried, Germany

Led a group focusing on neurobiology research.

Scientist

1997-01-01 — 1996-01-01

Max-Planck Institute of Biophysical Chemistry • Göttingen, Germany

Conducted scientific research on biophysical chemistry.

Postdoctoral Scientist

1994-01-01 — 1996-01-01

SmithKline Beecham • Harlow, UK

Engaged in postdoctoral research in neurobiology.

Postdoctoral Fellow

1993-01-01 — 1994-01-01

National Institute Medical Research • London, UK

Performed postdoctoral research in medical science.

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.