Dear visitors,
Human genetics is today one of the most dynamic disciplines in modern medicine. The advent of high-throughput sequencing technologies and their continuous evolution have revolutionized the analysis of the human genome, enabling diagnoses that were unimaginable only a few years ago. At the same time, our research in human genetics provides ever-deeper insights into the genetic aspects of biological processes and the molecular mechanisms underlying disease, thereby bridging basic science and clinical application. This close integration of diagnostics, research, and translation drives progress in our field and paves the way for new therapeutic strategies and personalized healthcare. A motivated, skilled, and dedicated team is at your service to ensure state-of-the-art patient care.
The Department of Human Genetics has a diagnostic laboratory accredited according to DIN EN ISO 15189, as well as highly specialized technological and bioinformatic infrastructure. This enables us to analyze the entire genome within routine diagnostics and research, uncovering pathogenic variants and their clinical relevance. Our goal is not only to elucidate the genetic causes, mechanisms, and relationships of diseases but also to contribute to solutions—particularly through innovative therapeutic approaches such as the clinical application of genome editing using CRISPR/Cas technologies. We also share our knowledge and experience to inspire and train the next generation of human geneticists.
On these pages, we invite you to learn more about the work of our dedicated team and to explore the range of services offered by our clinical genetics outpatient unit and diagnostic laboratory. You will also find insights into the diverse activities of our research groups.
Thank you for your interest!
Prof. Dr. med. Bernd Wollnik
Director Department of Human Genetics
