Simon Jacob

Portrait of neurologist Prof. Simon Jacob, TUM, in front of a wall with a colorful pattern.

Technical University of Munich

Neurologist Simon Jacob is a Professor for Translational Neurotechnology at Technical University of Munich. His research focuses on the cellular and circuit basis of cognitive brain functions. Prof. Jacob is developing technologies that can contribute to improving treatments for disorders in the domains of perception, memory and language.

Videos

Petra Schwille (Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry), Cyriac Roeding (Earli) and Simon Jacob (Technical University of Munich (TUM)) on stage at the DLD Munich 2026 conference. Credit: Karl-Josef Hildenbrand / picture alliance for DLD / Hubert Burda Media

From the Cell to Clinical Application

Artificial intelligence is redefining the journey from cellular discovery to clinical application, enabling breakthroughs across biology, medicine, and technology. This DLD26 expert panel, moderated by Fabian Theis, brings together pioneers from different areas…
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Events

Colorful graphic showing the design of the DLD Health x BAIOSPHERE 2026 conference in Munich

DLD Health x BAIOSPHERE

On June 12, 2026, DLD Health and BAIOSPHERE bring together innovators to explore the real-world impact of AI in healthcare and wellbeing…
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Colorful illustration by Annette Jung representing the DLD Munich 2026 conference design

DLD Munich 2026

From January 15-17, 2026, DLD Munich will bring together more than 250 speakers across different disciplines. Find out how to attend the premier gathering of the year…
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