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Gert Wörheide

Professor -- Chair

Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU) Munich

München, Germany

I am an evolutionary geobiologist specializing in the biodiversity, evolution, biomineralization, and responses to climate change of coral reef organisms, particularly sponges and corals. Since 2008, I hold the Chair of Geobiology at LMU Munich.

My organisation

At Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU) Munich, we pride ourselves on being one of Germany's leading research universities, fostering a dynamic environment for academic excellence and innovation. Our diverse range of programs and interdisciplinary collaboration enables us to cultivate critical thinking and creativity among our students and researchers. We are dedicated to addressing global challenges through pioneering research and partnerships with industry. Join us as we explore new ideas and drive progress in various fields, creating a lasting impact both locally and globally.
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About me

Skills

  • Genomics
  • systematics
  • Phylogeny
  • Evolutionary biology

Interests

  • sponges
  • corals
  • Coral reefs
  • marine invertebrates

Marketplace (1)

  • Project cooperation

    Seeking non-academic partner/SME/company for planned Doctoral Network SYMGEN

    MSCA Doctoral Network SYMGEN "Early animal-microbe symbiosis genomics" (submission Nov 2026) seeks one non-academic partner, SME/company preferred, outside Germany, as associated partner: sponge holobiont biotech, AI discovery, scale-up.

    • MSCA-DOCTORAL NETWORKS
    • Proposal under Development
    • DOCTORAL NETWORK: Looking for Partner/s (Beneficiaries or Associated Partners)
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    Gert Wörheide

    Professor -- Chair at Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU) Munich

    München, Germany