Prof. Werner E.G. Müller | Open Source | Best Scholar Award

Prof Werner E. G. Müller is a leading researcher in biochemistry, molecular medicine, and regenerative medicine, with pioneering contributions spanning virology, marine biotechnology, biomineralization, nanomedicine, and translational biomedical research. His work has been instrumental in the development of antiviral and anticancer therapeutics, including ara-A, ara-C, and Bleomycin, while also establishing the biomedical relevance of inorganic polyphosphates for tissue regeneration. Müller has led independent research groups and coordinated numerous international and EU-funded projects, advancing both fundamental science and clinical applications. His research integrates molecular mechanisms with practical strategies to enhance drug development, tissue engineering, and regenerative therapies, establishing innovative platforms that bridge academic research with industrial and translational opportunities. As a prolific scholar, Müller has published over 1,200 SCI-indexed articles and more than 20 monographs, contributing to multiple international patents that translate scientific discoveries into therapeutic applications. His investigations in marine biotechnology have opened new pathways for understanding biomineralization processes and their application in regenerative medicine, while his work in nanomedicine provides novel insights into drug delivery, biomaterials, and cellular repair mechanisms. Müller has also played a central role in mentoring future leaders in science, supervising more than 70 PhD students and over 100 Master’s and Bachelor’s theses, cultivating the next generation of experts in biochemistry, molecular medicine, and biotechnology. Recognition of his research includes prestigious awards, an ERC Advanced Grant, three ERC Proof-of-Concept Grants, and international honors, highlighting his influence as a pioneer and global bridge-builder in multiple biomedical fields. The impact of his work continues to shape strategies for disease treatment, tissue regeneration, and biotechnology innovation. Müller’s research has achieved 38,701 citations, 1,125 published documents, and an h-index of 89, demonstrating the profound and sustained global impact of his scientific contributions.