Michaela Filiou

Department of Biological Applications and Technology

Contact Information

Tel.: +30-26510 07334
e-mail: Personal/Dept/Lab URL/: https://www.imbb.forth.gr/en/research-en/biomedical-research/item/5337-michaela-filiou

Research topics (related to the Institute)

1. Elucidating the role of mitochondria in shaping stress- and anxiety- related behaviors.
2. Identifying molecular signatures and candidate biomarkers for neuropsychiatric phenotypes and treatment responses.
3. Exploring the potential of mitochondria as therapeutic targets of neuropsychiatric disorders.

Research summary

• Our lab studies the molecular mechanisms of neuropsychiatric disorders focusing on the role of mitochondria in the pathophysiology and treatment of pertinent pathologies. To do so, we work with mouse models, patient samples and cell culture and we make use of behavioral biology, protein biochemistry, proteomics/metabolomics approaches and pharmacology. Our vision is to create a collaborative environment, fostering scientific growth and communication.

Professional background

2.2020 - present	Affiliated Member, Biomedical Research Division, IMBB, FORTH
4.2018 - present	Assistant Professor, Dept. of Biological Applications and Technology, UoI
4.2018 - 7.2019	Guest Scientist, Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry, Munich, DE
1.2015 - 4.2018	Staff Scientist, Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry, Munich, DE
9.2012 - 12.2014	Principal Investigator (DFG grant), Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry, Munich, DE
2.2013 - 5.2013	EMBO Short-Term Fellow, Harvard Medical School, Cambridge, MA
8.2010 - 8.2012	Post-doc Fellow, Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry, Munich, DE