Dr. Stephan Kröger

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Biography

Stephan Kröger is a full professor at the Department of Physiological Genomics at the Biomedical Center of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. His research focuses on developmental neuroscience, particularly synaptogenesis at the neuromuscular junction. He investigates the molecular basis of synaptic plasticity and the function of muscle spindles in healthy and pathological conditions. His work employs a diverse range of methodologies including electrophysiological recordings, confocal microscopy, and molecular biological techniques using transgenic animal models. Over the years, Kröger has held several academic positions, including a professorship at Brandenburg University of Technology and an assistant professorship at the University of Mainz. He has also worked as a junior group leader at the Max Planck Institute for Brain Research and as a postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University. His prolific research output and contributions to the field of neuroscience are well recognized, and he maintains an active presence in the scientific community.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2007-01-01 — Present

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

Leading research in developmental neuroscience and synaptic plasticity.

Professor

2006-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Brandenburg University of Technology • Senftenberg, Germany

Conducted research in neural biology.

Assistant Professor

2000-01-01 — 2006-01-01

Institute of Physiological Chemistry, University of Mainz • Mainz, Germany

Focused on synaptic biology and molecular mechanisms.

Junior Group Leader

1992-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Max Planck Institute for Brain Research • Frankfurt, Germany

Led research on brain function and neural networks.

Postdoctoral Researcher

1989-01-01 — 1992-01-01

McMahan Lab, Department of Neuroscience, Stanford University • Stanford, USA

Engaged in cutting-edge research on neuromuscular systems.

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
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  • 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.