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  Department of Translational and Computational Infection Research

  (Prof. Dr. Daniel Todt)

  The Department of Translational and Computational Infection Research investigates the course and evolution of RNA viruses, such as Hepatitis E, using an interdisciplinary team from virology, bioinformatics, and clinical medicine. By combining cutting-edge sequencing and transcriptomics methods with clinical data, the department develops tailored analytical tools and identifies functional key points relevant to disease development and therapeutic strategies.

   

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  Institute of Pathology

  (Prof. Dr. A. Tannapfel)

  The Institute of Pathology at BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil Bochum is an important partner for medical education and diagnostics. It plays a key role in investigating the causes of diseases and supports clinical research and patient care.

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  Institute of Physiology

  (Prof. Dr. Denise Manahan-Vaughan)
  
  The Institute of Physiology is divided into five departments:
   

  • Systems Physiology (Prof. Dr. med. Daniela Wenzel)
     
  • Neurophysiology (Prof. Dr. Denise Manahan-Vaughan)
     
  • Systems Neusoscience
     
  • Cellular Physiology (Prof. Dr. Nazha Hamdani)
     
  • Department of Neurotechnology (Prof. Klaes)

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  Institute of Biochemistry and Pathobiochemistry

  The Institute of Biochemistry and Pathobiochemistry is divided into five departments:
   

  • Molecular Cell Biology (Prof. Dr. Konstanze F. Winklhofer)
     
  • Systems Biochemistry (Prof. Dr. Ralf Erdmann)
     
  • Cellular Biochemistry (Prof. Dr. Joachim Rassow)
     
  • Biochemistry of Neurodegenerative Diseases (Prof. Dr. Jörg Tatzelt)
     
  • Microbial Biochemistry (Prof. Dr. Lars Leichert)

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  Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology

  (Prof. Dr. Ralf Benndorf)
  
  The Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology is divided into two departments:
   

  • Pharmakology and Toxikology (Prof. Dr. Ralf Benndorf)
     
  • Clinical Pharmacology (Prof. Dr. Peter Reusch)

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  Institute of Hygiene and Microbiology

  The Institute of Hygiene and Microbiology is divided into three departments:
   

  • Hygiene, Social, and Environmental Medicine (PD Dr. Jürgen Hölzer)
     
  • Medical Microbiology (Prof. Dr. Sören G. Gatermann)
     
  • Molecular and Medical Virology (Prof. Dr. Eike Steinmann)

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  Medical Proteome Center

  (Prof. Dr. Katrin Marcus-Alic)

  The Medical Proteome Center is a leading institute for proteomics and protein analysis. Using cutting-edge technologies such as mass spectrometry, protein biochips, and advanced bioinformatics, we address questions from both clinical medicine and basic science, creating new perspectives for precision medicine.

   

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  Institute of Medical Psychology, Medical Sociology, and Medical Ethics and History of Medicine

  The Institute of Medical Psychology, Medical Sociology, and Medical Ethics and History of Medicine is divided into two departments:
   

  • Medical Psychology and Medical Sociology(Prof. Dr. Sigrid Elsenbruch)
     
  • Medical Ethics and History of Medicine(Prof. Dr. med. Dr. phil. Jochen Vollmann)

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  Institute of Anatomy

  The Institute of Anatomy is divided into three departments:
   

  • Anatomy and Molecular Embryology (Prof. Dr. Carsten Theiß)
     
  • Neuroanatomy and Molecular Brain Research(Prof. Dr. Eckart Förster)
     
  • Cytology (Prof. Dr. Carsten Theiss)

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  Institute for Prevention and Occupational Medicine of the DGUV

  The Institute for Prevention and Occupational Medicine of the DGUV is a pioneer in occupational medicine research. It serves as the interface between scientific research and practical measures for health protection in the workplace and educational institutions.

  (Prof. Dr. Thomas Brüning; Prof. Dr. Thomas Behrens; Dr. Thorsten Wiethege)

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  Institute for Diversity Medicine

  The Institute for Diversity Medicine at Ruhr University Bochum is the first of its kind in Germany. It focuses on studying individual differences—such as origin, gender, social environment, or biological factors—and their impact on medical care. Its goal is to promote patient-centered and equitable medicine that reflects the diversity of society.

  Through interdisciplinary research, innovative teaching concepts, and close collaboration with clinical partners, the institute drives initiatives for a form of medicine that leaves no one behind.

  (Prof. Dr. Marie von Lilienfeld-Toal; Prof. Dr. Ina Otte; Dr. Nino Chikhradze)

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  Center for Medical Psychology and Translational Neurosciences

  Our interdisciplinary research at the interface of psychology and medicine investigates biopsychosocial mechanisms and risk factors in common conditions such as chronic pain, anxiety disorders, and depression. The aim is to better understand disease processes and develop innovative treatment approaches.

  (Prof. Dr. Sigrid Elsenbruch; Prof. Dr. Adriane Icenhour; Prof. Dr. Dirk Scheele)

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  Institute of Neuroinformatics (INI)

  The Institute of Neuroinformatics (INI) is a research facility of the Faculties of Computer Science and Medicine at Ruhr University Bochum. Its scientific goal is to understand the fundamental principles by which organisms generate behavior and cognition while interacting with their environment through sensory and motor (effector) systems.

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  Department of Neurostimulation

  (Jun.-Prof. Dr. Xenia Kobeleva)

  The Department of Neurostimulation investigates clinically relevant questions in neuropsychiatry using computational methods, with the goal of better understanding neurostimulatory techniques and making them clinically applicable.

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  Department of Human Genetics

  (Prof. Dr. Huu Phuc Nguyen)

  The Department of Human Genetics at Ruhr University Bochum focuses on the genetic foundations of health and disease. Its main areas of work include research, diagnostics, and counseling for hereditary disorders, as well as the analysis of genetic causes of complex diseases. The goal is to make genetic knowledge applicable for precise medical care.

  Through the close integration of research, teaching, and clinical practice, Human Genetics contributes to the advancement of personalized medicine and provides students and professionals with comprehensive expertise in handling genetic questions.

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  Department of General Medicine

  (Prof. Dr. Horst Christian Vollmar)

  The Department of General Medicine at Ruhr University Bochum is dedicated to primary care as a central component of the healthcare system. It integrates practice-oriented teaching, patient-centered research, and the development of innovative care concepts for medical services in both urban and rural areas.

  Through close integration of university education, clinical practice, and regional networks, the department strengthens primary care and prepares students specifically for the diverse demands of general medicine.

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  Department of Molecular Gastroenterological Oncology

  (Prof. Dr. Stephan A. Hahn)

  The Department of Molecular Gastroenterological Oncology at Ruhr University Bochum is dedicated to studying the molecular mechanisms of tumors in the digestive tract and translating these insights into diagnostics and therapy. The focus is on interdisciplinary research, innovative teaching programs, and the clinical application of state-of-the-art molecular genetic methods. The goal is to contribute to the advancement of personalized oncology approaches by deepening the understanding of the development and progression of gastroenterological cancers.

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  Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry, and Epidemiology

  (Prof. Dr. Nina Timmesfeld)

  The Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry, and Epidemiology at Ruhr University Bochum combines methodological expertise with medical research and teaching. It provides students with foundational knowledge in medical data analysis, evidence-based research, and computer-assisted information processing. The goal is to use quantitative methods and digital approaches to better understand clinical questions, design scientific studies, and support the informed use of data in medicine.

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  Department of Molecular Immunology

  (Prof. Dr. Ingo Schmitz)

  The Department of Molecular Immunology at Ruhr University Bochum investigates the molecular foundations of the immune system and their roles in health and disease. It provides students with core knowledge in immunology and modern methods of biomedical research.

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  Department of Affective Neuroscience

  (Prof. Dr. Adriane Icenhour)

  The Department of Affective Neuroscience at Ruhr University Bochum investigates the neural foundations of emotions, mood, and related processes. It integrates basic research with psychological and translational approaches to understand how emotions influence brain function and health.

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