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Thomas Magauer
Full Professor of Synthesis and Synthetic Methods
Thomas Magauer, born in Linz, Upper Austria in 1983, is a distinguished figure in the field of chemistry with a multifaceted academic journey that spans across various prestigious institutions globally.
Having commenced his academic pursuits at the University of Vienna in 2002, Thomas Magauer delved into the realm of chemistry under the mentorship of Prof. Johann Mulzer, where he honed his skills in developing enantioselective syntheses of complex compounds such as the polyketide kendomycin and echinopines A and B.
Upon completing his studies in 2009, Thomas Magauer ventured to Harvard University in the USA to pursue postdoctoral research with Prof. Andrew G. Myers, focusing on carbohydrates and contributing to the synthesis of antiproliferative trioxacarcins.
In 2012, Thomas Magauer transitioned into an independent research role as a Liebig-junior research group leader at the LMU Munich, receiving prestigious support from entities like the Emmy Noether Program of the German Research Foundation (2013–2018) and the European Research Council Starting Grant (2017–2021).
His academic prowess and research contributions were further acknowledged in 2017 when he was granted the Goering Visiting Professorship at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Subsequently, he assumed the position of Full Professor of Synthesis and Synthetic Methods at the esteemed University of Innsbruck, Austria.
Thomas Magauer's professional trajectory underscores his expertise in organic chemistry, synthesis, and research leadership, making him a respected figure in academia and a valuable asset to the scientific community.
