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.
The Faculty of Medicine
Find out more about our organizational structure, our goals and values as well as the right contact persons for your concerns.
Study medicine
The curriculum of our integrated reform medicine (iRM) degree program places particular emphasis on interdisciplinarity and practical relevance. This flexible and future-oriented education optimally prepares our students for the medical challenges of tomorrow.
Research at the RUB
Our research excels in basic research, translational science, and clinical studies, with a focus on protein sciences, oncology, and neuroscience. Following the 'From Bench to Bedside' approach, we translate laboratory findings directly into clinical applications, setting global standards.
Clinical partner
Through the diversity of our partner hospitals and academic teaching hospitals, we position ourselves strongly in clinical education, research, and patient care. This close collaboration makes us one of the largest and most efficient university hospitals in Germany, ensuring excellent training and top-quality patient care.
Current dates & events
FUTURELAB humAIne x neuroMIT (MEDECON Ruhr)
14:00 - 17:00 o'clock
Gesundheitscampus Bochum
9. Bochum-Essener Neuroimmunology Ruhr Symposium
09:00 - 13:00 o'clock
Hörsaalzentrum am St. Josef-Hospital
Gender Equity in Clinical Studies through Innovations and Solutions in Digital Health (MEDECON Ruhr)
Universität Witten/Herdecke
2. Conference Digital Urban Health (MEDECON Ruhr)
13:00 - 18:00 o'clock
Gesundheitscampus Bochum
Meeting of the Commission for Planning, Structure and Finance (KPSF)
Meeting of the Faculty Council
Fakultäts-Retreat (intern)
O-Werk Bochum
FoRUM Conference
Marien Hospital Herne
Meeting of the Faculty Council (Extra Meeting)
Meeting of the Faculty Council
Meeting of the Commission for Planning, Structure and Finance (KPSF)
Networking Meeting "Health Services Research" and "Digitalization in Healthcare"
14:00 - 17:00 o'clock
RUB Campus | Hybrid
Meeting of the Faculty Council
Latest news from the faculty
Use immunotherapy for anti-IgLON5 disease as early as possible
Around four million people in Germany have survived cancer, yet many face lasting physical and emotional challenges after their treatment ends. Afagh Hassani, a cancer survivor and human genetics specialist at Ruhr University Bochum, knows this struggle firsthand. To bridge the gap in post-cancer care, she co-founded AfterBattle—a holistic app designed to support survivors with tailored nutrition advice, mindfulness exercises, and cutting-edge epigenetic tools. Recently recognized as one of the top three start-ups at Ruhr University Bochum’s WORLDFACTORY Demo Days 2025, AfterBattle offers cancer survivors a trusted, easy-to-use digital companion to navigate life after cancer—and never feel alone.
A new approach to combating bronchial constriction caused by asthma
A research team from Bochum and Bonn has discovered a compound derived from coralberry that directly inhibits a key protein in bronchial tissue. This reduces the feared thickening of the airways—known as remodeling—and also decreases mucus production. The findings open up promising new prospects for treating asthma bronchiale, where conventional medications often reach their limits.
Making cat videos for science
Attention, cat lovers: An international research team led by Ruhr University Bochum aims to better understand feline body language – and is calling on the public for help. Anyone who owns a cat can contribute to science by submitting simple smartphone videos. The researchers are looking for short clips showing everyday cat behavior, such as greeting, sleeping, or playing. The goal is to analyze typical behavior patterns and gain new insights into communication between humans and cats.
Dying tumor cells turn metastases into targets
A research team at Ruhr University Bochum has developed an innovative drug complex that selectively kills cancer cells while alerting the immune system. At the moment of their death, the cancer cells emit a warning signal that enables immune cells to recognize and eliminate similar cancer cells throughout the body – including distant metastases. The findings could represent an important step toward long-lasting and effective cancer therapies.