Gene: Basic unit of inheritance passed from parent to child
Craft: Skill and experience

GeneCraft.nl comprises the expertise and experience of the Genomics Medicine team at the Department of Internal Medicine in Erasmus MC. Our group is committed to transforming genomic discoveries into tangible clinical solutions for individuals vulnerable to common complex disorders with emphasis on the musculoskeletal system.

Lines of research

Translational Genomics

Translational Genomics, where cutting-edge genetic research meets practical healthcare solutions. Our focus includes personalized treatments, genomics-assisted decision-making, and integrating clinical and population-based studies. We aim to improve patient outcomes, enhance disease understanding, and develop targeted interventions.

Deep (musculo) skeletal phenotyping

Our research enhances musculoskeletal health by analyzing bone density, body composition, muscle strength, and spinal alignment. We improve fracture risk prediction and develop interventions through advanced analytical tools, including machine learning, applied to Big Data from population and patient cohorts, integrating genetics, environment, and lifestyle for better health outcomes.

Projects

The Rotterdam Study (ERGO), ongoing since 1990, explores aging and chronic disease in older adults, providing crucial insights into longevity, disease prevention, and healthier aging

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Featured Staff

Vid Prijatelj

PhD Researcher

Vid Prijatelj finished his training as a pharmacist (MPharm) at the University of Ljubljana, Slovenia. During his studies, he had always been interested in the quantitative approach to problem solving, which ultimately led him to pick up programming. This all culminated in his Master’s thesis, where he used in silico tools to guide his in vitro wet-lab experiments.

Vid proclaims himself a thrasher. Although he recognizes Anthrax as one of the big 4, he is a staunch supporter that Exodus should take their place instead