Jonathan Dieringer

Throughout my Bachelor and Master studies, I have been focused on immunological research. My Bachelor thesis involved analysing vaccine-specific T cells in cryopreserved PBMCs, to establish a thawing and stimulation protocol for the VITAL (Vaccines and infectious disease in the aging population) study. In my Master’s thesis, I explored the functionality of human CD4+ regulatory T cells (TREG), investigating their potential changes in aging. I characterized a subset of TREG which shows differential expression of key regulatory molecules between young and old individuals. The laboratory work during my Master's thesis not only provided me with a profound understanding of classical immunological assays and flow cytometry (FACS) but also gave me the freedom to explore and innovate. I was able to establish a new migration assay based on sorted T cells and a cytokine secretion assay, offering a unique perspective on the functionality of regulatory T cells.

Beyond academia, I have dedicated the last twelve years to working full-time with the mountain rescue service in Lech am Arlberg (Austria), an experience that has taught me the values of endurance, teamwork, and adaptability in face of challenges. 

Mountain Rescuer Certification

Paramedic Certification

Rescue Specialist for Helicopter Operations

B.Sc. in Biology 

M.Sc. in Molecular Cell and Developmental Biology with Defensio in June 2024