WESTMEYER LAB

We build biophysical interfaces to exert spatiotemporal control over molecular processes. We are particularly focused on complementing optogenetic methods with genetically controlled molecular actuators responsive to magnetic gradients or radiofrequency energy. In this context, we develop genetically expressed nanocompartments that can biomineralize iron... To bring the new molecular sensors and actuators to bear on preclinical research, we work with rodent models for MRI and optoacoustic imaging as well as zebrafish and organoids for analysis via fast fluorescence techniques and volume Electron Microscopy. We are specifically interested in establishing methods for bridging whole-brain imaging methods with optophysiology and connectomics... Landing page for the work of the Westmeyer Laboratory | Munich | Molecular Imaging on molecular sensors and actuators for non-invasive neurobehavioral imaging and remote control of molecular processes in vivo.