Alexander Leitner
The Power List 2014
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Alexander Leitner
Senior Scientist/Researcher, Institute of Molecular Systems Biology, Department of Biology, ETH Zurich, Switzerland.
Calling: “I was attracted to analytical chemistry and particularly mass spectrometry early on. Then I moved towards biology because this is one area where analytical scientists can have a huge impact.”
Regret: “Depends on my mood actually. Us Austrians have a tendency to complain...”
Emphasis: “The development of advanced mass spectrometric methods for studying protein structure, function and interactions; predominantly using chemical cross-linking.”
Advice: “Do not expect your career path to be a straight line – and don’t be afraid of interdisciplinary projects!”
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