Human Genetics Research

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Mapping the Future of Human Genetics

We're evolving the field through research in Genome Structure and Function, Population Genetics and more.

One of the most remarkable aspects of our scientific community is the diversity of research topics we explore. To tackle questions across varied topics, we balance the use of classical approaches with new, cutting-edge experimental and computational techniques. We also leverage a host of model systems including yeast, zebrafish, mouse, dogs, and human populations. 

Unifying our diverse research, and centering our scientific community, is a shared drive to understand how genomes function, how they change over time and across environments, and how perturbations in genome sequences cause single-gene and complex diseases.

Dive Deep Into the Literature

Michigan Experts is a searchable database of research expertise across disciplines from several schools/colleges or institutes at the University of Michigan. Please explore the U-M Medical School Department of Human Genetics' research profile and collaboration network on the Michigan Experts website.

PubMed® comprises more than 37 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science journals, and online books. Citations may include links to full text content from PubMed Central and publisher web sites. Please explore the Department of Human Genetics' publications on the PubMed Central website. View select department publications since 2019.

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Join a cohesive and highly interactive community of investigators and educators with research programs in diverse areas of genetics and genomics.

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Department News

Explore the Department of Human Genetics Annual Newsletter

We are pleased to share our annual newsletter, featuring departmental milestones from October 2024 through March 2026.
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Medical School News

Celebrating outstanding teaching and research at the 2026 Endowment for Basic Sciences Awards

The 2026 Endowment for Basic Sciences Awards recognized nine faculty and nine research staff members for their accomplishments in teaching and research.
Department News

Highlighted Publications: January - May 2026

Department of Human Genetics faculty are involved in widely diverse areas of research, from Genome Structure and Function research to Evolutionary and Population Genetics.
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Health Lab

The Y chromosome is home to surprising jumping genes

Researchers at Michigan Medicine are studying deer mice to outline how the Y chromosome defends itself against decay by acquiring gene families while holding its own to maintain fertility.
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Medical School News

Nearly 200 University of Michigan Medical School faculty earn promotions

On May 21, the University of Michigan Board of Regents approved promotions for 191 Medical School faculty members. Their new appointments take effect Sept. 1, 2026.
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Department News

Renowned Geneticist Dr. Thomas D. Gelehrter Passes Away

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Thomas D. Gelehrter, MD, Professor Emeritus of Human Genetics and Internal Medicine, and former Chair of the Department of Human Genetics.