institute of toxicology

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Institute of Toxicology

Director: Martin Göttlicher

Research at the institute of toxicology aims at understanding fundamental responses of the organism to chemicals. Our goal is to better understand their mechanisms of action in the context of development or progression of chronic diseases.

Chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, neurodegenerative diseases, or cardiovascular disorders result from a complex interplay of environmental factors, genetic disposition, and individual life style-associated factors. Research on the mechanisms of action of environmental factors shall lead to novel insights into cellular signaling networks and genetically encoded response programs that contribute to chronic diseases. Our results will support identification, quantification and reduction of risk factors for health. They shall support better decisions for preventive measures, early diagnosis and the development of innovative therapeutic strategies for environment-related chronic diseases.