Research Groups

We investigate the processes underlying autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. We are working to understand why inflammation becomes chronic, why patients do not respond to certain medications, and why relapses occur. In addition, we analyse tissue regeneration during remission and tissue damage during a relapse.

Research groups
Prof. Dr. Aline Bozec
Prof. Dr. Ricardo Grieshaber-Bouyer
Dr. Bettina Grötsch
Prof. Dr. Dr. Martin Herrmann
PD Dr. Luis Munoz
Prof. Dr. Krystelle C. Nganou-Makamdop
Prof. Dr. Andreas Ramming
PD Dr. Ulrike Steffen
Prof. Dr. Stefan Uderhardt
Prof. Dr. Mario Zaiss

We focus our research on various tissues such as bone, joints, skin, lungs and the gut, where communication between organs is of crucial importance. We concentrate on studies into the dysregulation of immune metabolism, in which we investigate how the interplay between tissue interaction and metabolism contributes to the development, progression or healing of diseases.

Research groups
AG Prof. Dr. Ricardo Grieshaber-Bouyer
AG Prof. Dr. Dr. Martin Herrmann
AG PD. Dr. Luis Munoz
AG Prof. Dr. Krystelle C. Nganou-Makamdop
AG Prof. Dr. Andreas Ramming
Junior AG Dr. Simon Rauber

We are investigating how different tissues – such as bone, joints and connective tissue – as well as organs, communicate with one another. In doing so, we are also examining how metabolic processes in the organs and tissues play a central role. Metabolic processes influence how organs respond to immunological signals, provide energy and regulate inflammation. In this way, we investigate how the interplay between tissue interaction and metabolism contributes to the development, progression or healing of diseases.

Research groups
Prof. Dr. Aline Bozec
Dr. Bettina Grötsch
Prof. Dr. Andreas Ramming
Dr. Carina Scherbel
Prof. Dr. Stefan Uderhardt
Prof. Dr. Mario Zaiss
Dr. med. Christina Bergmann

Our aim is to develop new therapeutic methods that specifically modulate the immune system. These include modern approaches such as specialised cell therapies, which can have a positive impact on the course of the disease.

Research groups
AG Dr. Christina Bergmann
AG Prof. Dr. Ricardo Grieshaber-Bouyer
AG Prof. Dr. Thomas Harrer
AG Prof. Dr. Andreas Ramming
Studienambulanz

Using advanced, high-resolution imaging and tissue analysis, we are developing new methods to detect diseases at an early stage and treat them in a targeted manner.

Research groups
Prof. Dr. Stefan Uderhardt
Dr. Harriet Morf
PD. Dr. Milena Pachowsky
Prof. Dr. Andreas Ramming

We are investigating the positive effects of exercise on the body – from prevention and rehabilitation to supporting recovery from chronic conditions.

Research groups
PD. Dr. Anna-Maria Liphardt
Dr. Harriet Morf