Appointments

Prof. Dr. Eva Mariasole Angelin

Conservation of Architectural Surfaces

Prof. Dr. Benjamin Busam

Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing 

Benjamin Busams research focuses on the evaluation of sensor systems and sensor configurations, 3D reconstruction from images, mobile and airborne laser scanning, segmentation and classification of 3D point clouds, the texturing of 3D models, and the extraction of objects from images and textures.

Prof. Lindsay Howe

Spatial Planning and Development  

Lindsay Blair Howe examines urbanization as a multilayered, dialectical process with social and geographical dimensions. Her research focuses on how lived space and everyday experiences shape our understanding of urban transformations. Using innovative methods she combines qualitative urban research with social science perspectives. By bridging the gap between spatial theory, everyday practice, and urbanization, she makes an important contribution to the field of international urban research.

Prof. Anne Kaestle

Architecture of Urban Density 

Prof. Sophie Erlund

Art in Architecture 

Sophie Erlund's artistic work explores the relationship between space, body, and mind. With sculptures, installations, and soundscapes, she investigates the alternation between different spatial, material, or atmospheric states. At TUM, she will further develop her interdisciplinary approaches and strengthen the role of art in architectural discourse. 
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Prof. Dr. Roland Wüchner

Structural Analysis 

Roland Wüchner deals with the analysis and simulation of structures, in particular the effect of wind on light load-bearing structures. He uses numerical methods to model complex systems and develop innovative solutions.

Prof. Dr. Sabine Ardey

Test and Simulation for Gas Turbines 

As a TUM professor and head of the DLR Institute for Test and Simulation of Gas Turbines in Augsburg, Sabine Ardey develops numerical methods and models that are directly linked to the objects under investigation, their virtual twin and the real-time data from the tests. In order to optimize performance and efficiency, the latest findings on physical relationships are incorporated into the design. Her research focuses on the areas of material service life assessment, secondary air systems and digitalization.
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Prof. Dr. Reinaldo Tonkoski

Electric Power Transmission and Distribution 

Reinaldo Tonkoski focuses on the integration of renewable energies into power grids and the application of artificial intelligence for modeling and controlling energy systems. At TUM, he works on the development of sustainable and stable power supply systems.

Prof. Dr. Katharina Anders

Remote Sensing Applications

Katharina Anders analyzes remote sensing data to gain information and scientific knowledge about processes on the Earth's surface. Her focus is on the cross-scale observation of topographic landscape dynamics in the context of natural hazards, climate change impacts, and human-environment interaction. An important goal is the operationalization of automatic 4D observation (3D space and time) for various geo- and environmental monitoring applications. 
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Prof. Annette Diefenthaler

Design and Transdisciplinarity 

Design as a tool for social change is at the heart of Annette Diefenthaler's work. She experiments with transdisciplinary approaches and new benchmarks in order to make the social and regenerative influence of design measurable beyond economic indicators. She is leading the establishment of the Munich Design Institute at TUM, which will promote transdisciplinary approaches and redefine the role of design in science and practice.

Prof. Dr. Katja Thoring

Integrated Product Design 

Katja Thoring teaches and researches at the interface of product design, interior design, architecture, and technology. One focus is on the design of creative working environments that promote creativity, well-being, and productivity. As Professor of Integrated Product Design, she also researches technology-supported design methods such as generative AI. Her research combines design innovation, speculative future scenarios, and user-centered methods to sustainably optimize creative working and learning environments and exploit their potential on a functional, emotional, and cognitive level. 
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Prof. Dr. Fernaß Daoud

Aerospace Structure Design

Fernaß Daoud is involved in the design of aerospace structures and aircraft. His focus is on the optimization of loading methods, the design of flight physics, and the development of simulation software. In addition to his professorship at the Chair of Aerospace Structure Design at TUM, he leads a development team at Airbus Defence and Space, which is responsible for the development of loading methods and multidisciplinary structural optimization. 
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Prof. Dr. Jan Torgersen

Materials Science

Jan Torgensen conducts research into materials that convert and store energy. For example, he is working on producing smaller and lighter converters that deliver more power, i.e. higher current densities with lower losses. This will enable future optimization of certain conventional electrode components. He also leads the materials testing department in mechanical engineering.
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Prof. Dr. Ilkay Yavrucuk

Rotorcraft and Vertical Flight

Ilkay Yavrucuk conducts research on rotor aeromechanics and dynamics, control and design of rotorcraft. He uses his multidisciplinary experience in the VTOL field to model new aircraft concepts ranging from classical helicopters to (hydrogen) electric VTOLs and Mars UAVs. Using established modeling strategies, he investigates rotor performance and flow phenomena, flight in difficult flow environments, aeroacoustics and noise emissions as well as the aeroelastic stability of the rotor-fuselage system.

Prof. Niklas Fanelsa

Architecture and Design

In Niklas Fanelsa's research, architecture and design become application-oriented processes that serve to explore the challenges of today's society. He works with methods such as real laboratories, 1:1 prototypes, and workshops, which are applied in circular building systems, holistic designs, and cooperative project formats.
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Prof. Dr. Marcelo Heldwein

High-Power Converter Systems

Marcelo Heldwein's research focuses on power electronic energy converters and includes their topology, modeling, design, and control. His work deals with the creation of new models and concepts to optimize current energy converters and their components. In his work, he deals with performance limits of electronic interfaces, such as more efficient chargers for electric vehicles or optimized converter systems for renewable energies.
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Prof. Jeannette Kuo

Architecture and Construction

Jeannette Kuo researches integrative approaches in architecture and construction that combine load-bearing structures, materials, and climate technology for sustainable solutions. Her focus is on low-tech facades, climate-positive architecture, and the deconstruction and reuse of materials. She combines structures, climate, and culture to create a holistic design approach. She runs the Materialbörse, a platform for materials research.
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Prof. Dr. Malte Jaensch

Sustainable Mobile Drivetrains

Malte Jaensch conducts research on sustainable drive systems for the mobility of the future, with a focus on synthetic fuels, electric drives and hydrogen technology for vehicles. He combines simulation, experimental testing and prototype development to implement innovative solutions. Previously, he founded EVO Electric and headed the electric machines division. At Porsche Engineering, he built up the division for electric drives.
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