Constantin Schwarz

Much of my interest in biology has always stemmed from the complexity of the brain, particularly how behaviour, and perhaps even consciousness, emerge from neuronal activity and the molecular mechanisms that underlie it. Despite advances in neuroscience, many fundamental questions remain unanswered, which is what makes the field so fascinating to me.

My current work focuses on developing a method for the spatiotemporal control of Gal4/UAS gene expression in zebrafish using the photocleavable protein PhoCl. By combining molecular tools, electroporation and fluorescence microscopy, I aim to establish an approach that enables gene expression to be activated in specific cells at defined time points.

Outside the lab, I love getting lost in music, whether I’m DJing or playing the piano. I also enjoy keeping active at the gym and making the most of the winter season by getting out on my snowboard.

Education

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