Brunner Henri Gerrit

Han Brunner is a full Professor and Head of the Department of Human Genetics at Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands. He has held this position since 1998 and previously served as a clinical geneticist and researcher in the same department. His work focuses on elucidating genetic causes of birth defects, intellectual disability, and behavioral genetics, with translational research into genomic medicine.

Education: MD from University of Groningen (1975-1984), clinical genetics training at Nijmegen University under Ben ter Haar and HH Ropers. PhD thesis on Myotonic Dystrophy (1993).

Research emphasizes molecular-genetic connections between clinical observations and rare diseases. Leadership roles include Chair of the European Society of Human Genetics (2005-2010), Dutch VICI Grants Committee (2007-2009), and advisory boards for institutions like the Cologne Centre for Genomics and the Hubrecht Institute.

Award highlights include the Radboud Science Award (2011), Ben ter Haar Prize (1995), and multiple endowed lectureships. His work bridges clinical practice with genetic research, particularly in neuromuscular disorders and developmental syndromes.