Prof. Dr. Britta Engelhardt

Director of the Theodor Kocher Institut, Chair of the Microscopy Imaging Center (www.mic.unibe.ch) of the University, Professor of Immunobiology

Theodor Kocher Institut

My life/work motto

Against convenience

My research

Investigation of immune surveillance of the central nervous system and its disruption in neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis; focus on immune cell migration into the CNS and the role of blood-brain barriers

My particular skills/experiences

Coordination of national and international research networks, institute management; President of the Microscopy Imaging Center (www.mic.unibe.ch) at the University

My measures to promote diversity

Active work on gender equality; Chair of the Internal Faculty Commission for Equal Opportunities

My recommendations for young female researchers on the academic career path

The sky's the limit, humor is essential