THE TELETHON INSTITUTE OF GENETICS AND MEDICINE
Quality research to understand the mechanisms behind rare genetic diseases
Welcome to TIGEM
The Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM) is a multidisciplinary research Institute devoted to studying the mechanisms underlying rare genetic diseases and to developing innovative therapies.
With the support of Fondazione Telethon, the European Community and many other funding agencies, TIGEM's research groups are engaged in numerous clinical trials and collaborative projects. In addition, TIGEM's alliances with various universities offer the Institute additional resources and provide opportunities for excellent students.
Our Vision
Our work aims to understand the causes of genetic disorders by unravelling the mechanisms that underpin them. We also aim to discover new ways to diagnose, prevent and treat these diseases, offering alternative and improved outcomes for patients.
Mucopolysaccharidosis celebration Day
May 15, 2024The impact of TIGEM research in the fight against MPSs
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Antonella De Matteis at the Galileo festival
May 08, 2024Pioneering the Research on Lowe Syndrome
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New Leadership at TIGEM: Alberto Auricchio appointed as Scientific Director
Apr 15, 2024A new chapter in a 30-year history: passing on the torch is Andrea Ballabio, who directed the Institute since its foundation in 1994
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PhD Programs
TIGEM recognizes that the future of scientific research lies in the hands of young scientists committed to learning more and making key contributions to their fields.
To this end, TIGEM offers three PhD programmes for talented students who wish to pursue a career in medical science, thus supporting the next generation of scientists devoted to the study of rare genetic disorders and the provision of improved treatments and outcomes for patients.
Latest Publications
TFEB controls syncytiotrophoblast formation and hormone production in placenta
