Ivan Đikić

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Ivan Đikić (born 28 May 1966) is a Croatian-German molecular biologist and biochemist known for his research in the field of ubiquitin biology and cancer research. He is a professor at the Goethe University Frankfurt and the director of the Institute of Biochemistry II.

Early Life and Education

Ivan Đikić was born in Zagreb, Croatia. He completed his medical degree at the University of Zagreb in 1991. Following his graduation, he pursued a Ph.D. in molecular biology at the University of Zagreb and later at the New York University School of Medicine.

Career

Đikić began his postdoctoral research at the New York University School of Medicine under the mentorship of Joseph Schlessinger. In 2002, he moved to Germany to join the Goethe University Frankfurt, where he became a full professor and the director of the Institute of Biochemistry II.

Research

Ivan Đikić's research focuses on the role of ubiquitin in cellular processes and its implications in diseases such as cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. His work has significantly contributed to the understanding of how ubiquitin and ubiquitin-like proteins regulate various cellular functions.

Ubiquitin Biology

Đikić has made pioneering contributions to the field of ubiquitin biology. His research has elucidated the mechanisms by which ubiquitin signals are recognized and interpreted by cellular machinery. This has important implications for the development of new therapeutic strategies for diseases where ubiquitin pathways are dysregulated.

Cancer Research

In the field of cancer research, Đikić's work has focused on identifying molecular targets for cancer therapy. His studies have led to the discovery of novel pathways and molecules that can be targeted to inhibit cancer progression.

Awards and Honors

Ivan Đikić has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to science, including:

• The Leibniz Prize from the German Research Foundation (DFG)
• The Ernst Jung Prize for Medicine
• Membership in the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO)

Personal Life

Đikić is married and has two children. He is known for his dedication to mentoring young scientists and promoting scientific collaboration.

See Also

• Ubiquitin
• Cancer research
• Goethe University Frankfurt
• Molecular biology