Dr. Stefan Stricker

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Biography

Stefan Stricker is a full professor at LMU Munich in the Department of Physiological Genomics at the Biomedical Center. His research focuses on epigenetic engineering, particularly in the context of cellular identity and neurobiology. He employs a broad range of CRISPR methodologies to investigate brain cells, both in vitro and in vivo, with the aim of elucidating the functional relevance of epigenetic marks and gene activities that mediate cell identity and disease phenotypes. In his previous roles, he served as a junior group leader at the Munich Center for Neurosciences and as a research associate at LMU Munich. His academic journey includes significant postdoctoral work at the Cambridge University, under the supervision of Austin Smith, and a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Vienna.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor for Regeneration and Reprogramming

2021-01-01 — Present

LMU Munich, Helmholtz Zentrum München • Munich, Germany

Leading research in epigenetic engineering and cell identity.

Junior Group Leader

2017-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Munich Center for Neurosciences, LMU Munich, Helmholtz Zentrum München • Munich, Germany

Oversaw research initiatives in neuroscience.

Research Associate

2014-01-01 — 2016-01-01

LMU Munich, Helmholtz Zentrum München • Munich, Germany

Conducted research in physiological genomics.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2009-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Austin Smith Lab, Cambridge University • Cambridge, U.K.

Focused on molecular biology and stem cell research.

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.