Prof. Dr. Lukas Sommer

Area of Research

Description of Research Interest

Our research focuses primarily on neural crest stem cells, an embryonic cell population associated with a broad range of congenital diseases in human. In addition, our studies elucidate the development of tumors originating from neural crest derivatives, like melanoma. Finally, we investigate the role of neural crest-derived stem cells in regeneration and repair of adult tissues, with a particular emphasis on skin wound healing.

Special Expertise

Adult and fetal stem cells
Human embryonic stem cells
Genetic mouse models
Tumor models
Wound healing models

Member of Collaborative/interdisciplinary Research Consortia

SKINTEGRITY (Co-Chair)