Public lecture series  [Bio(R)Evolution] #3

The Faculty of Biosciences  is delighted to announce the 3rd edition of the Bio(R)evolution lecture event, featuring Prof. Dr. Lauren Saunders and Prof. Dr. Gilles Storelli. This special occasion will take place on May 26th, 2025, at 18:00 in the Bertalanffy Lecture Hall of the Center for Organismal Studies, Im Neuenheimer Feld 230, Heidelberg.

Entitled „Microbiome Research meets Developmental Genomics,“ this event will showcase the pioneering research and forward-thinking visions of Professors Saunders and Storelli, emphasising the intersections of microbiome studies and genomics  in modern biosciences.

With this series, we want to introduce the newly appointed professors of our faculty to the academic community. On this occasion, our new colleagues will present their achievements to date, ongoing projects and the potential societal impact of their work. The presentations will highlight the relevance of basic research at Heidelberg University for addressing major societal challenges potentially linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

The target audience includes faculty members, students, researchers and the general public interested in life sciences. The lecture format typically includes two presentations of 20-25 minutes each by the newly appointed professor, followed by a moderated discussion on the societal impact of their research. The event concludes with a small reception.