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Julio Saez Rodriguez

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Head of Research at European Bioinformatics Institute | EMBL-EBI
📍 Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Julio Saez-Rodriguez is the Head of Research at EMBL-EBI, focusing on computational methods to analyze omics data. His work aims to understand cellular networks in diseases like cancer, as well as kidney and heart conditions, to improve treatments. He holds a Ph. D. in Process Engineering and previously led research at Heidelberg University.

Outside of his scientific endeavors, Julio identifies as a patient-scientist, bringing a unique and personal perspective to his research on diseases. This dual viewpoint shapes his approach to understanding the molecular basis of various conditions and developing novel therapies, adding a layer of personal commitment to his professional work.

He is a strong advocate for open science, co-directing the DREAM Challenges to promote collaborative, crowdsourced solutions to complex biological problems.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Head of Research
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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Computational Biomedicine
Leads research developing computational methods to analyze 'omics' data, aiming to understand cellular networks and their deregulation in disease to find better treatments.
Kidney Disease Research
His research group has an increasing focus on kidney and heart diseases, reflecting both a professional and personal interest as a patient-scientist.
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Career

Work history

5-2024
Head of Research
European Bioinformatics Institute | EMBL-EBI
12-2018
Group leader
EMBL - Heidelberg University Hospital molecular medicine partnership unit (MMPU)
6-2018
Professor of Medical Bioinformatics & Data Analysis. Director Institute of Computational Biomedicine
Heidelberg University
7-2015 - 6-2018
Visiting Group Leader
European Bioinformatics Institute | EMBL-EBI
7-2015 - 5-2018
Professor of Computational Biomedicine
RWTH Aachen University
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Education
2002 - 2007
Ph.D.
Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg
2000 - 2001
Diplom-Ingenieurin (Dipl.Ing.)
University of Stuttgart
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