Ralf Jungmann is a German physicist and Full Professor (Physics) and Chair for Molecular Physics of Life at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Germany. He is known for his contributions to the development of super-resolution microscopy techniques. In particular, he is known for his work on DNA-PAINT, a super-resolution technique that uses short DNA strands to label and locate specific molecules within a sample with high precision.
Jungmann's professional career advanced significantly, with him being promoted to different positions throughout the years. He was appointed as an Associate Professor (Physics) Tenure Track in 2016, followed by his promotion to Associate Professor (Physics) with Tenure in 2021. In 2023, he was appointed as Full Professor (Physics) and Chair for Molecular Physics of Life.
Jungmann's research primarily focuses on developing and applying new biophysical and imaging techniques, especially super-resolution microscopy, to investigate the organization and function of biological systems at the molecular level. His work has important applications in the study of various biological processes, including gene expression, protein interactions, and cellular signaling, and has contributed to the development of nanotechnology and DNA-based computing.
Jungmann is particularly well known for his contributions to the development of DNA-PAINT[1][2][3][4], a super-resolution technique that uses short DNA strands to accurately label and locate specific molecules within a sample, leading to new insights into the structure and function of cells.