Falk Schlaudraff, PhD profile page

Dr. Falk Schlaudraff is an accomplished product and application management leader with over 15 years of experience in the life sciences and biotech industry. With a deep background in molecular biotechnology and neuroscience, he has built a successful career at the intersection of cutting-edge microscopy, molecular biology and clinical research. He is globally recognized for his work in laser microdissection and has been instrumental in the development and continuous improvement of Deep Visual Proteomics, a transformative technique that enables spatially resolved proteomics at the single-cell level. His expertise and innovation have directly contributed to significant medical breakthroughs, including the identification of therapeutic targets in previously untreatable diseases. As a team leader at Leica Microsystems, Schlaudraff has guided multidisciplinary teams, initiated strategic innovation projects, and collaborated closely with international partners and key opinion leaders. His work bridges imaging, spatial biology and artificial intelligence, with a clear focus on translational impact and democratizing high-end biomedical technologies.