The Institute of Developmental Genetics (IDG) focuses on the development of novel genetic tools (i.e. gene scissors) and the establishment of innovative gene therapeutical approaches. In addition, preclinical mouse and cellular human models are used to decipher the molecular underpinnings of the etiology of Parkinson´s Disease. Based on our findings therapeutic approaches, i.e. reprogramming of somatic cells to neurons, are developed and improved.
