Our research-oriented Master’s program "Immunobiology: from molecules to integrative systems" at the Life & Medical Sciences Institute (LIMES) of the University of Excellence Bonn combines immunology and systems biology – two disciplines that together unravel the immune system, from the smallest molecule to the complex organism.

• Immunology examines how our body detects and fights diseases and adapts to new threats. This applies not only to bacterial and viral infections, but – as we now know – the immune system also influences and controls the course of many other common diseases, such as cancer, Alzheimer’s, cardiovascular and metabolic disorders.

• Systems biology integrates large experimental datasets, high-throughput technologies, and bioinformatic analyses to understand the interplay between cells, signaling pathways, and tissues in their overall context – the key to personalized medicine in the future.

We combine precision with the bigger picture:
An immune reaction and its effects can only be fully understood in the context of intact organs in a living organism. At the same time, advanced in vitro approaches – including high-resolution imaging and biochemical methods – are essential to uncover the underlying processes at the molecular level.

What can you expect from the Master program Immunobiology at the Excellence University Bonn?

Small, international study groups: Learn in a personal setting alongside fellow students from around the world. Benefit from close interaction with faculty and peers.

Research-oriented training: From the very start of your studies, you will work with state-of-the-art technology in active research laboratories. We emphasize laboratory rotations and methodological courses, enabling you to apply and deepen your practical skills immediately.

Interdisciplinary work: Integrate data from genetics, proteomics, and imaging to create a comprehensive picture of biological processes – from individual signaling proteins to complex network models.

Flexibility in your research: Choose where to carry out your laboratory rotations and Master’s thesis – at the LIMES Institute and within the Bonn science region, with our partner institutions in Germany or abroad, or in collaboration with industry.

Wide range of topics: Specialize in genomics, epigenetics, molecular and immunological laboratory practices, big data analysis, and systems biology.

High-Tech for the Life Sciences: Experience cutting-edge innovations first-hand – such as high-resolution microscopy, advanced mass spectrometry, and robotic laboratory systems that enable groundbreaking discoveries.

Strong scientific community: Benefit from the expertise and dedication of internationally recognized scientists who will actively support your professional growth.

Why now?

The challenges of the future – emerging pathogens, antibiotic resistance, chronic inflammation, and individualized cancer therapies – require experts who can combine detailed biomedical knowledge with systems thinking and data-driven methodologies.

Are you ready to shape the medicine of tomorrow?

Our Master’s program will prepare you for a scientific career at the interface between laboratory research and big data, or for research-driven positions in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
Your gateway into the world of immunobiology – cutting-edge research for the medicine of the future.

Apply now for the Master’s program "Immunobiology: from molecules to integrative systems" and become part of a young, dynamic, and international community at the LIMES Institute of the University of Bonn.