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As a joint venture of the University of Basel and the University Hospitals Basel, the Department of Biomedicine (DBM) brings together basic and clinical scientists to advance our understanding of health and disease.

Research

Research

Research at the Department of Biomedicine is carried out by 67 research groups in 4 research areas at 6 different locations. Non-clinical and clinical scientists work side by side to foster a translational environment across all of our a variety of disease-relevant scientific themes.

Core Facilities

Core Facilities

Our core facilities are established as centers of excellence that provide tailored scientific services and solutions. These facilities serve as hubs of excellence, promoting efficiency and cost optimization while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and providing specialized support to researchers.

Communication

Communications

Open communication is important to us because it fosters collaboration among researchers, institutions and individuals. Follow this link to access our latest news and highlights, or to contact us.

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Teaching

The Department of Biomedicine plays an active role in teaching medical and molecular biology students at the bachelor's and master's levels. Our primary teaching areas are biochemistry, microbiology, anatomy, and physiology. Additionally, we contribute to thematic modules and lectures throughout the Medical Faculty and the Faculty of Science.

Education & Careers

Education & Careers

We take great pride in our commitment to supporting the education and careers of young scientists within our research institution. To this end, the Department of Biomedicine has developed a variety of specialized programs to provide comprehensive support and guidance to our students and staff as they pursue their academic and professional aspirations.

News

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A closer look at cellular signals in arthritic joints – Kyburz Lab

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Department of Biomedicine Newsletter No. 14

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Seminars

iCal
27 Oct 2026
Time: 15:00  - 16:00

Location: ZLF, Hebelstrasse 20, Seminar room 2nd floor

Organizer: Karoliina Pelttari

PhD Information Event

For all new PhD students enrolled at the Faculty of Science in the “International PhD program in Biomedicine"
28 Oct 2026
Time: 16:15  - 17:00

Location: Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2, 4056 Basel

Organizer: Daniela Finke, Chair: Mike Recher

Advanced Immunology I

Jana Pachlopnik-Schmid – Division of Immunology, University Children’s Hospital Zurich, CH – in person
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Latest Publications

Renal denervation attenuates cardiac fibrosis and improves left ventricular function in rats with myocardial infarction. Therre M, Hohl M, Aghagolzadeh P, Selejan SR, Lauder L, Tokcan M, Markwirth P, Engler H, Hübner U, Müller A, Huynh AKD, Kahles F, Konstandin M, Böhm M, Mahfoud F. Sci Rep. 2026 Apr 26;16(1):13416. doi: 10.1038/s41598-026-50195-w. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42036510/
HIF-1α+ CD4+ T cells coordinate a tissue-resident immune cell network in the lung. de Lima J, Swarnalekha N, Depew CE, Bartoszek E, Litzler LC, Esposito M, Erber M, Camarasa TMN, Iseppi L, Künzli M, Shenoy AT, Lammens I, Vanhee S, Lambrecht BN, Goldrath AW, Sun J, Schreiner D, King CG. Immunity. 2026 Apr 14;59(4):1092-1106.e6. doi: 10.1016/j.immuni.2026.01.023. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41794032/
Protocol for generating and characterizing matrigel-free prostate cancer patient-derived organoids. Dolgos R, Parmentier R, Wang J, Templeton AJ, Mertz KD, Pueschel H, Seifert H, Mortezavi A, Vlajnic T, Rentsch CA, Bubendorf L, Le Magnen C. STAR Protoc. 2026 Apr 7;7(2):104486. doi: 10.1016/j.xpro.2026.104486. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41955100/

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