Institute for Cell Biology
The central concern of cell biology is the study of life processes at the cellular level. The focus has increasingly shifted from purely morphological observation to the analysis of molecular regulatory mechanisms. Our research provides important insights into the mechanisms of disease and forms the basis for the development of potential therapeutic approaches.
Köhn Group: Molecular Cell Biology and Chemical Biology of Phosphatases
How do phosphatases recognize their substrates, and how are they regulated in signaling pathways?
How do phosphatases contribute to disease, and how can their activity be inhibited or stimulated?
Haas Group: Molecular cell biology of infection
What happens in an immune cell after it has ingested a particle, and how do pathogenic bacteria reprogram this process?
Höhfeld Group: Molecular cell biology of proteome maintenance
How is the protein content of our cells and tissues maintained, and how do disease and aging affect proteome maintenance?
AG Fürst: Molecular cell biology of muscle
Which protein-protein interactions form the molecular basis for the formation of complex biological structures? Which mechanisms ensure the preservation of these structures under stress? Which malfunctions are involved in pathophysiological processes?
Possible topics for theses or research internships can be found on the websites of the two working groups.
Teaching Bachelor's degree in Biology (including teaching profession)
We play a key role in teaching the biology degree program.
Teaching for Master's students (MCB)
We teach modern cell biology in various master's programs at the University of Bonn.
Contact person & general organization
We look forward to hearing from you.
Contakt
Office: Sabine Scharfenberg
Direction: Prof. Dr. Maja Köhn
Address
First floor, Room 1.012
Ulrich-Haberland-Str. 61a
53121 Bonn