Medical Faculty of the Ruhr-University Bochum
We are shaping the future of medicine
from the Ruhr region to Ostwestfalen-Lippe.
University Medical Center Bochum, which consists of the Faculty of Medicine and eight supporting clinics, supported by numerous teaching hospitals, we combine practical teaching, innovative research and the direct application of our findings in clinical practice. Together, we are working on the cutting-edge medicine of tomorrow - for committed students, a sustainable society and strong healthcare provision throughout the region.
Current dates & events
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Faculty Council Meeting
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Save the Date: Thinking3R
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Latest news from the faculty
Muscle organoids offer new insights into muscle diseases
Researchers in Bochum are developing muscle organoids that closely mimic human muscle tissue. This approach opens new ways to study diseases and test therapies more precisely, marking an important step toward personalized medicine.
Kaid Darwiche Strengthens Pulmonary Medicine in Bochum
Professor Kaid Darwiche brings his expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of lung tumours to research and teaching in Bochum University Medicine. Since June 2026, he has been Professor of Interventional Endoscopy of Thoracic Tumours at Ruhr University Bochum.
Hepatitis E viruses evolve early during infection
Researchers show that hepatitis E viruses undergo genetic changes early in infection. These adaptations may affect how the virus spreads in the body and evades the immune system, offering important clues for developing new therapies.
New Recommendations for Allan-Herndon-Dudley Syndrome
A new international guideline aims to improve the diagnosis and treatment of Allan-Herndon-Dudley syndrome. It brings together current evidence and provides recommendations to support better care for people affected by the rare disorder.