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Research profile

Heinrich Heine University (HHU) traces its roots back to the former Medical Academy Düsseldorf. To this day, it puts special focus on the life sciences, where five of the currently six key research areas are located.

HHU’s research profile is divided into key research areas and potential fields. Today, there are six key research areas, each of which is supported by major, externally funded collaborative projects.

Key research areas

Research at the faculties

Research institutions

Collaborative projects at the HHU

Outstanding individual grants

Award winners

Horizon at HHU

Junior professors and research group leaders

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