Dr. Vigo Heissmeyer

Professor

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Biography

Vigo Heissmeyer is a renowned professor at the Institute of Immunology at the Biomedical Center of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU). With a PhD in Biology from Freie Universität Berlin and extensive research experience, including postdoctoral positions at Harvard Medical School and the Max Delbrück Center in Berlin, Heissmeyer's work focuses on post-transcriptional gene regulation in T cells. His research explores how RNA-binding proteins influence T cell differentiation and differentiation and their role in immune responses to pathogens. Heissmeyer has led significant research projects in the areas of global analysis of binding sites and m6A RNA methylation. His contributions to understanding T lymphocyte function and autoimmune responses mark him as a leader in his field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

Institute of Immunology, Biomedical Center, LMU Munich • Munich, Germany

Leading research in post-transcriptional regulation and T cell biology.

Group Leader

2005-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Research Unit Molecular Immune Regulation, Helmholtz Munich • Munich, Germany

Conducting research on the molecular mechanisms of immune regulation.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2001-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Rao Lab, Harvard Medical School • Boston, USA

Research focused on immune system function.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2000-01-01 — 2001-01-01

Scheidereit Lab, Max Delbrück Center • Berlin, Germany

Investigating cellular signaling and regulation.

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.