Ulm
Genes, immunity, hormones and metabolism as determinants of development
Ulm
Genes, immunity, hormones and metabolism as determinants of development
DZKJ – partner site Ulm
In the DZKJ, Ulm stands for structured, interdisciplinary and cross-faculty cooperation, also with industry, strong methodological platforms and unique patient and population cohorts. Partners at the DZKJ site are Ulm University, its Medical Faculty, Ulm University Medical Center and the Institute of Clinical Transfusion Medicine and Immunogenetics Ulm of the German Red Cross Blood Transfusion Service.
The core of the partner site is the Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, which has been internationally recognized since its foundation in 1967 for pioneering developments in hematology, immunology and endocrinology, many of which have been published in leading scientific journals. Diagnostic and research laboratories, as well as several specialized high-end disciplines under one roof, together with strong partners on campus and established centers for rare diseases (ZSE), personalized medicine (ZPM) and cancer (CCCU, NCT) offer an interdisciplinary approach to the medical care of children and adolescents.
There are currently 24 DZKJ research groups working at the Ulm site.
Research profile
The DZKJ partner site in Ulm focuses on key health topics, including obesity and metabolic conditions, along with the challenges faced by affected families. It also addresses the normal development of the immune system and its disorders, such as infections, allergies, and autoimmune diseases. Additionally, the site investigates genetic disorders of neurological development, mental health disorders, and their underlying immunometabolic mechanisms.
Ulm University Medicine contributes specialist knowledge in molecular medicine, rare diseases, cell therapies and psychological and ethical aspects. Other areas of focus include coping with the consequences of life-threatening and chronic diseases as well as prevention programs and digital solutions for health monitoring, for example through the development of eHealth apps.
Partner institutions
Contact persons Ulm
Prof. Dr. med. Dr. h.c. Klaus-Michael Debatin
DZKJ Vice Chair and Site Director
klaus-michael.debatin@uniklinik-ulm.de
0731 500 56901
Ulm University
Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
Frauensteige 14a
89075 Ulm
Prof. Dr. med. Martin Wabitsch
Vice Site Director
martin.wabitsch@uniklinik-ulm.de
0731 500 57400
Ulm University
Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
Eythstr. 24
89075 Ulm
Nicolas Marschall
Site Coordinator
nicolas.marschall@uniklinik-ulm.de
0731 500 57124
Ulm University
Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
Frauensteige 14a
89075 Ulm
Ulrike Breuninger
Management Assistance
ulrike.breuninger@uniklinik-ulm.de
0731 500 56900
Ulm University
Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
Frauensteige 14a
89075 Ulm
