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The Board of the Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology has announced the appointment of professors at EPFL.
New appointments at EPFL
Dr Yoon Seok Kim, currently Postdoctoral Researcher at Stanford University, USA, as Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Life Sciences in the School of Life Sciences (SV)
Yoon Seok Kim is an outstanding bioengineer who has made a significant contribution to explaining the structures of anion-conducting channelrhodopsins (light-gated ion channels). He has also made important discoveries about how synaptic activities can influence the growth of brain tumours, and about the cancer-promoting role of the mitogen neuroligin-3. Yoon Seok Kim's research programme bears upon many disciplines within the School, from neuroscience, cancer research and structural biology to in-depth technological expertise. This highly motivated scientist is ideally suited to the interdisciplinary approach of Life Sciences at EPFL.
Dr Florian Schueder, currently Visiting Scientist at ETH Zurich, as Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Life Sciences in the School of Life Sciences (SV)
Florian Schueder is an acclaimed physicist specialising in the field of high-resolution microscopy and its application to biological systems. He played a key role in the development of DNA-PAINT, a super-resolution microscopy technique which makes it possible to visualise structures with extremely high resolution, down to a few nanometres. EPFL has numerous research groups working with imaging procedures and will therefore offer Florian Schueder extensive opportunities for cooperation.
Dr Marius Tiba, currently Lecturer at King's College London, United Kingdom, as Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Mathematics in the School of Basic Sciences (SB)
Marius Tiba's award-winning research covers a broad spectrum in the area of combinatorics, analysis and number theory. His most important work is concerned with stability sets in geometric inequalities. At EPFL he will set up a dynamic research programme in pure mathematics, based on his wide-ranging expertise. In addition to collaborations with members of the Institute of Mathematics, his potential for cooperation will also extend beyond the Institute - for example into theoretical computer science. Marius Tiba will greatly enrich EPFL, both as a researcher and as a teacher.
Professor Sven Wang, currently Assistant Professor at the Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany, as Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Statistics in the School of Basic Sciences (SB)
Sven Wang is a highly creative young scientist who has already achieved remarkable results and received several awards. His research programme focuses on statistical methods of nonparametric inference, uncertainty quantification and prediction in complex models. Sven Wang's work revolves around theoretical analysis of the accuracy of statistical methods and the computational complexity of corresponding algorithms. His enthusiasm and ability to link his research to concrete applications will encourage interdisciplinary collaborations at EPFL and beyond.
Promotions at EPFL
Professor Juhan Aru, currently Tenure Track Assistant Professor at EPFL, as Associate Professor of Mathematics in the School of Basic Sciences (SB)
Juhan Aru's award-winning research has a focus on probability theory and stochastic analysis, particularly the Gaussian Free Field theory - a highly competitive and important research area. He belongs to a new generation of scientists working in an innovative field of probability theory and statistical mechanics. Juhan Aru is also a dedicated and innovative teacher who nurtures talent and takes a very active part in the tasks of the Institute of Mathematics. He is acknowledged to be a key figure in the success of the School of Basic Sciences at EPFL.
Professor Vincenzo Savona, currently Associate Professor at EPFL, as Full Professor of Physics in the School of Basic Sciences (SB)
Vincenzo Savona is an international leader in the field of theoretical quantum photonics. His research activities have led to innovative discoveries in various areas, including polariton physics, quantum optics and open quantum systems. Vincenzo Savona was a driving force behind the founding of EPFL's new Centre for Quantum Science and Engineering (QSE), of which he is currently Academic Director. As a key member of the scientific community in the field of quantum science and technologies, he makes a vital contribution to strengthening this area of research at EPFL. He is also a competent and motivated teacher who is committed to the education of his students.
