Thomas Suedhof

Bio

Thomas Südhof is a German-American neuroscientist and Nobel Laureate, internationally recognised for his groundbreaking research on how brain cells communicate. Awarded the 2013 Nobel Prize in Medicine, his discoveries about neurotransmitter release at synapses have revolutionised our understanding of the human brain.

As a professor at Stanford University, Südhof continues to lead cutting-edge research into the neurological foundations of behaviour and mental health. His lifelong dedication to uncovering the biological roots of human suffering aligns deeply with our mission.

At Paracelsus Recovery, Professor Südhof’s role is invaluable in ensuring our treatment approaches remain at the forefront of scientific innovation and clinical excellence.

Credentials

• Professor of Neuroscience at Stanford University School of Medicine
• M.D. (Doctor of Medicine), Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany
• Ph.D., Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany (1982)
• Postdoctoral Fellow at the Max Planck Institute, Göttingen, Germany
• Postdoctoral Fellow at the Stanford University School of Medicine, USA
• Professor of Neuroscience at Stanford University School of Medicine
• Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine (2013), shared with James Rothman and Randy Schekman, for the discovery of the molecular principles of vesicle trafficking and neurotransmitter release in nerve cells
• Gruber Prize in Neuroscience
• Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation Award