Physics of cells as a measure of immune cell functional states

Dr. Sezgin is Associate Professor in Karolinska Institutet. He earned his Ph.D. from the International Max Planck Research School in 2013. Following his doctoral studies, he conducted postdoctoral research at the Max Planck Institute of Cell Biology and Genetics (2013-2014) and the University of Oxford (2014-2019). Dr. Sezgin’s groundbreaking research and commitment to scientific inclusivity have earned him prestigious awards, including the EMBO Young Investigator (2025), the Biophysical Society Early Career Award (2024), and the Equality and Diversity in Science Award (2019).

His research primarily focuses on the organization and dynamics of cellular membranes, particularly how ligand-receptor interactions initiate complex signaling processes. By exploring the spatiotemporal behavior of membrane-associated molecules, his work addresses key challenges related to the structure and function of cell membranes. Dr. Sezgin also investigates how changes in membrane composition affect cellular signaling, which has important implications for understanding diseases linked to membrane dysfunction. His contributions extend to the development of advanced imaging techniques that allow for high-resolution visualization of membrane processes, enhancing the ability to study cellular communication at the molecular level.