Pioneering Analytical Chemistry for Multi-Omics
— Unlocking Insights through Metabolomics, Lipidomics, Proteomics, and more.
Our Focus Areas
Metabolomics
Comprehensive profiling of metabolites to understand biochemical processes and metabolic networks.
Lipidomics
Detailed characterization of lipid species to explore their roles in cellular signaling and energy storage.
Proteomics
Protein analysis to reveal molecular mechanisms and biomarkers and interactions between proteins and metabolites.
Chemoproteomics
Discovery and analysis of protein–small molecule interactions.
Core Facility Mass Spectrometry
Method development and knowledge hub for mass spectrometry measurement, molecule identification and quantification.
Genomics & Epigenomics
Analysis on how genetic instructions are encoded and dynamically regulated to shape biological function.
Metalomics
Systematic analysis of metal ions and their molecular interactions to elucidate their roles in biological systems.
Glycolipidomics
Analysis and profiling of glycosylated lipids to uncover their structure and function in cellular communication.
Bioinformatics
Development and use of computational methods to analyze and interpret biological data across molecular and cellular systems.
Who we are
At the Vienna Multi-Omics Center (VIEMOC), we are at the forefront of analytical chemistry. Our mission is to advance the fields of metabolomics, lipidomics, and proteomics through cutting-edge technologies and interdisciplinary collaboration. By integrating state-of-the-art analytical techniques with robust data analysis, we empower researchers to decode complex biological systems and drive innovation in health, disease, and environmental research.
A well-coordinated team of experts
Our team comprises excellent scientists, analytical chemists, and bioinformaticians who bring extensive experience and knowledge to every project. From method development to data interpretation, our expertise ensures accuracy, reliability, and scientific excellence.
Why You Should Choose us
- Cutting-Edge Technology: We leverage the latest analytical instruments and methodologies, ensuring precise and high-resolution data for metabolomics, lipidomics, and proteomics.
- Expert Team: Our multidisciplinary team of experienced chemists and bioinformaticians provides unparalleled expertise in experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation.
- Collaborative Network: We foster strong collaborations with leading academic institutions and industry partners, offering a comprehensive research ecosystem to accelerate discovery and innovation.
Collaborate with Us
We are always looking to expand our network of collaborators. Whether you’re an academic researcher, industry partner, or clinician, VIEMOC provides the tools, expertise, and environment needed to accelerate your research. Connect with us to learn how we can work together to push the boundaries of omics science.
Our Team
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Robert Ahrends
Robert Ahrends’ research centres on lipidomics with a systems biology approach, integrating lipidomics with other omics strategies and advanced bioinformatics to unravel the complexity of lipid regulation and function in health and disease.
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Margit Cichna-Markl
Margit Cichna-Markl’s research areas are genetic and epigenetic alterations associated with diseases and food authentication, in particular the identification and differentiation of species and cultivars in food products.
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Christopher Gerner
Christopher Gerner’s research interests in proteomics focus on applying advanced mass spectrometry-based techniques to study protein expression, modification, and function in health and disease, particularly in clinical contexts.
Dr. Ronald A. Glabonjat
Ronald Glabonjat’s research areas include metallomics and elemental speciation analysis. He develops cutting-edge mass spectrometry methods, pioneering simultaneous elemental and molecular analyses to provide deeper analytical insight.
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Gunda Köllensperger
Gunda Köllensperger’s research is distinguished by her pioneering work in both metabolomics and metallomics, with a strong focus on developing innovative analytical methods to explore the molecular complexity of biological systems.
Ass.-Prof. Dr. Dominik Kopczynski
Dominik Kopczynski’s research involves the development of efficient algorithms and statistical methods to ensure confidence in biomolecule identification, and promotes standardized terms and identifiers especially for lipidomics research.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Samuel Meier-Menches
Samuel Meier-Menches’s research focuses on chemoproteomics-driven approaches to understand and advance drug discovery, developing strategies to identify and validate the protein targets of investigational and clinically relevant therapeutic agents.
Ass.-Prof. Dr. Evelyn Rampler
Evelyn Rampler’s research focuses on the development and application of advanced analytical workflows to characterize the structural diversity and biological roles of glycolipids, especially gangliosides.
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Jürgen Zanghellini
Jürgen Zanghellini’s research is dedicated to understanding and modelling the complex architecture and dynamics of biological systems, with a particular focus on metabolic networks.