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

FIDELIO, a Horizon 2020 training network (2019–2024), united 14 European institutions to tackle bone fragility in type 2 diabetes. By uncovering the unique mechanisms behind

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Featured Staff

Ruolin Li

PhD Researcher

My name is Ruolin Li. I have received a medical doctor degree from Sun Yat-sen university in China in 2015, and master training in Omics from Sino-Danish center for Education and Research (SDC) in 2018.

In my spare time I like playing piano, running, swimming and playing golf