Erica Gerkes

Erica Gerkes is a researcher at the University of Groningen specializing in medical genetics and neurodevelopmental disorders. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being through research on genetic causes of intellectual disabilities and rare syndromes.

Her research focuses on:

• Intellectual Disability and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Genetic Mechanisms of Rare Syndromes
• Exome Sequencing and Genomic Analysis
• DNA Methylation Episignatures
• Genotype-Phenotype Correlations

Dr. Gerkes' recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on characterizing novel genetic disorders, identifying pathogenic variants, and developing molecular diagnostics for rare conditions. Her work on RORA-neurodevelopmental disorder, KMT2C-related disorders, and CTCF gene variants demonstrates expertise in translating genomic findings into clinical understanding.

She actively collaborates with international researchers across Europe and beyond, as evidenced by her multi-institutional publications. Her research has practical applications in improving diagnostic approaches for patients with developmental disabilities and congenital anomalies.