Roman Stilling

EDUCATION

College / University

Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster

Highest Degree

Bachelor of Science

Major Subjects

Biology

Country

Germany

Lab Experience

Basic techniques in molecular biology and genetics.

Projects / Research

2008: The role of Psc in ofactory neuron differentiation of Drosophila melanogaster

Scholarships / Awards

2008 – 2009:

Stipend by the International Max Planck Research School

SCIENTIFIC INTERESTS AND GOALS

The human central nervous system is one of the most complex organs in nature. But like all living systems it has evolved over the time. In the last 50 years evidence cumulated that even complex social behavior is driven by evolution. I am interested in relating modern evolutionary synthesis to the cellular and molecular basis of mind, conscious behavior, and the development of the human brain with the help of molecular genetics. Especially, I want to learn about psychosomatic phenomena and the interaction of mind and body. Furthermore, I take an interest in the causes of the need for sleep.