Welcome to the Institute of Cell Biology and Physiology

The Institute of Integrative Cell Biology and Physiology (IIZP) was formed in 2021 by combining the former Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and the Institute of Zoophysiology.

Our institute embodies the close connection between physiological and cell biological processes that cannot be fully understood in isolation. At the IIZP, our mission is to explore the complex structures and physiological processes in animal cells and whole organisms across a range of time and length scales. Following this approach, our aim is to develop a comprehensive understanding of the molecular, cellular and biophysical principles of developmentally, physiologically and pathologically relevant processes.

The research activities at the IIZP integrate experiments on individual molecules, isolated cells, tissues and living organisms. We are using a wide range of model systems that include cell cultures, amoebae, crustaceans, nematodes, fruit flies as well as mouse models. For our integrative approach, we combine biochemical and genetic technologies with high-resolution, quantitative microscopy approaches.

Please visit our research groups for more information.

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