Department of Medical & Molecular Genetics

The mission of the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics is to advance the understanding of how genomic variation impacts human health and disease and leveraging these insights to improve healthcare. We are committed to excellence in research, education, and the translation of discoveries into clinical practice.

Our department hosts internationally leading research groups dedicated to uncovering the genetic basis of human diseases, elucidating gene regulation mechanisms, and developing innovative genetic diagnostics and novel therapies.

In parallel with our research efforts, we provide comprehensive education and training in the fundamentals of human genetics, as well as laboratory and analytical techniques for contemporary human genetics research.