Institute of Human Genetics

We warmly welcome you to the website of the Institute of Human Genetics at Heidelberg University Hospital. 'From Molecule to Medicine,' we address the question of how genetic changes can influence our health and cause diseases. As a highly motivated, international, and interdisciplinary team, we are here to ensure excellent patient care, research, and teaching.

If you are seeking advice as a patient, you are in good hands at our Genetic Outpatient Clinic. Here, we address all clinically genetic questions and ensure the best possible care through numerous interdisciplinary consultations. A consultation service is offered for urgent questions regarding inpatients at the University Hospital.

Our diagnostic laboratories provide the full range of human genetic diagnostics—from chromosome analysis to genome sequencing. We meet the highest quality standards and are a reliable partner for our senders from both home and abroad.

We gladly pass on our enthusiasm for human genetics. Teaching is therefore one of our most honorable tasks—both at the Medical Faculty and at the Faculty of Biosciences. Students and doctoral candidates from home and abroad enrich our teams in the research laboratories. Additionally, we take pride in our training mandate for resident doctors on their path to specialization, as well as for scientists who are in training to become certified clinical geneticists.

The numerous research laboratories of the Institute of Human Genetics represent our diverse interests, from basic research to clinical implementation. Special focuses include the study of neurological developmental disorders and nephrogenetics. Numerous national and international awards testify to the recognition of our scientific work. We invite you to take a look at our latest publications.

On the following pages, you can find targeted information about our diverse offerings. Should you have any questions or feedback regarding our work, please feel free to contact me or my team personally at any time.

Yours sincerely,
Prof. Dr. Christian Schaaf

Managing Director

Prof. Dr. med. Christian Schaaf

Managing Director of the Institute