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Current Company

Active Motif SA

Current Focus

Making Epigenetics Accessible — Through Podcast Conversations & Tech Support

About

I am a PhD-trained scientist with a strong background in Epigenetics and nearly a decade of experience bridging the gap between life science research and strategic communication. After earning my PhD from the University of Regensburg in 2016, I joined Active Motif, where I currently serve as a Scientific Consultant and Podcast Host within the Marketing Department.

At Active Motif, I work at the intersection of science and communication — translating complex epigenetics topics for a broad audience. I initiated and produce The Epigenetics Podcasts, a podcast that features Key Opinion Leaders in the field of Epigenetics and highlights cutting-edge research. In addition to content development, I work extensively with Salesforce.com to manage customer engagement, including quote generation, case handling, dashboard reporting, and content marekting campaigns.

Driven by curiosity and a focus on optimization, I apply AI tools to enhance efficiency and clarity in both professional and personal projects. In my current role, I’ve used AI-assisted Python scripting to automate routine processes and improve team workflows. One example is a sales data analysis tool I developed for Key Account Managers, which presents performance KPIs in a clear, browser-based dashboard—supporting better strategic decisions.

As a seven-time major marathon finisher (including New York, Berlin, and London), I bring proven endurance and goal-oriented persistence to complex, long-term professional challenges. This same dedication drives my side projects, including a Python App I built to catalog and hopefully bag all peaks in the Bavarian Forest. This project combines data visualization and Python scripting with my passion for trail running and is now integrated into my personal running website, demonstrating my ability to merge technical skills with personal interests to create innovative solutions.

Latest Content

Die Dodgers sind World Series Champions

Liebe Baseballgemeinde, die Los Angeles Dodgers sind World Series Champion 2025. Damit wiederholt sich, was den Blue Jays in der ALCS gelang, nämlich Spiel 6 und 7 zum Seriengewinn zu gewinnen. Dazu wurde den Dodgers allerdings alles abverlangt, inklusive extra Innings und Yamamoto nicht on "short rest" sondern mit 0 rest einzusetzen. Aber von Anfang an, zuerst stand in Toronto noch Spiel 6 an... Spiel 6 - 3:1 Dodgers ... und das gewannen die…

Inside The Dugout

Reprogramming Cell Identity through Epigenetic Mechanisms (Vincent Pasque)

In this episode of the Epigenetics Podcast, we talked with Vincent Pasque from KU Leuven about his work on the reprogramming of cell identity through epigenetic mechanisms, particularly during early development and cellular reprogramming. We begin by tracing Vincent's journey into biology, sparked by early childhood experiences in nature and meaningful encounters with inspiring teachers. His fascination with the complexities of biology crystallized during a pivotal moment while listening to a radio segment on epigenetics…

Epigenetics Podcast

Erste Erfahrungen mit dem Rudern als Crosstraining zum Laufen

Nachdem ich nun ein paar (14) Einheiten auf dem Concept2 Rudergerät absolviert habe muss ich sagen, dass mir das Rudern sehr viel Spaß macht und genau die Art von Abwechslung zum Laufen und Flexibilität im Training bringt, die ich mir erhofft hatte. Einige Punkte die mir aufgefallen sind bzw. mir Kopfzerbrechen bereitet haben möchte ich hier aufschreiben, evtl. habt ihr als Anfänger ja ähnliche Fragen/Probleme oder Tipps. Allerdings muss auch auch sagen, dass meine Erfahrungen…

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What We Learned From 150 Episodes of the Epigenetics Podcast, An Introduction to the Series

In late 2017 I pressed record on the very first episode of the Epigenetics Podcast. My goal was to speak with the field’s leading voices and uncover the stories behind their discoveries. Since then this project has grown into a living library of 150 chapters spanning four days and nine hours of deep scientific dialogue cataloging the advancements and debates in epigenetics. Each episode adds a new volume to our archive. With over 275,000 downloads…

Epigenetics Podcast Insights

Skills

On the Job

  • Customer-Centricity
  • Customer Experience
  • Digital Marketing
  • Brand Awareness

Software

  • Salesforce.com
  • Office 365
  • Visual Studio Code
  • FileMaker

Languages

  • German (native)
  • English (fluent)

Other Skills

  • Static Site Generation (11ty)
  • Nunjucks
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Python
  • AI Prompt Engineering
  • LaTeX
  • Markdown
  • Git

Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Independent Work
  • Reliability
  • Intrinsically Motivated

Work

Active Motif SA

Podcast Host & Scientific Consultant
- Present

Université Laval, Québec City, Canada

Visiting Scientist
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University of Regensburg

Research Associate
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Publications

The nucleolus-associated genome is largely maintained in cellular senescence, but its chromatin composition gets remodeled

PLoS One. 2017 Jun 2;12(6):e0178821. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0178821. PMID:28575119; PMCID:PMC5456395

Quantitative Immunofluorescence Analysis of Nucleolus-Associated Chromatin

Methods Mol Biol. 2016;1455:59-69. doi: 10.1007/978-1-4939-3792-9_5. PMID: 27576710

Analysis of histone posttranslational modifications from nucleolus-associated chromatin by mass spectrometry

Methods Mol Biol. 2014;1094:277-93. doi: 10.1007/978-1-62703-706-8_22. PMID: 24162996

Education

Doctoral Candidate

Biochemistry Center Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany

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Master of Science, Biochemistry

University of Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany

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Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

University of Ulm, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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