A specialist in digital dentistry and prosthodontics with extensive experience in academia and research. Educated at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, completing a doctorate in Dental Prosthodontics with "magna cum laude" honors. Held key roles at the University Clinic, Erlangen, including Scientific Head and Academic Senior Councillor, leading significant research projects and developing the Digital Dentistry Curricula. Notable achievements include the 2015 DGI Conference Award for research on CBCT and CT accuracy and the 2018 AG Ceramics Research Award for a 7-year study on ceramic crowns. Renowned for advancing dental education and practice through the integration of digital technologies.