Institute for Immunology
At the Institute of Immunology, we investigate the molecular basis of the body's own defense, our immune system. Our focus is on two cell types, the dendritic cells and the T lymphocytes.
The immune system protects our body from infections and diseases. It recognizes and fights pathogens such as bacteria and viruses as well as pathologically altered cells, e.g. cancer cells. But how does the immune system differentiate between self and non-self, between healthy and pathologically altered structures? Behind this is a complex, finely tuned network of cells, messenger substances, signal transmission pathways and antibodies. A dysregulated immune system can turn against the body's own structures, causing autoimmune diseases such as rheumatism, multiple sclerosis, lupus and diabetes.
At the Institute of Immunology, we investigate cellular functions, signaling pathways and molecular relationships in the immune system. Our research contributes to better protection against diseases, the optimization of vaccines and the control of autoimmunity.
More information on the website of the Institute of Immunology.
Research Groups
Institute Head
© J. Greune / LMU
Prof. Dr. Thomas Brocker
Biomedical Center
Großhaderner Street 9
82152 Planegg-Martinsried