François Herrmann

François Herrmann is a prominent researcher in geriatrics and rehabilitation medicine at the University of Geneva's Faculty of Medicine, Department of Rehabilitation and Geriatrics. With an extensive publication record of 521 works, his research focuses on the complex health challenges faced by aging populations, particularly centenarians.

His primary research interests include:

• Dementia and cognitive decline assessment and management
• Sarcopenia and muscle health in elderly patients
• Fall prevention strategies (including the innovative EPHYCOS trial on Dalcroze eurhythmics)
• Mental health in very old age (through the SWISS100 study)
• End-of-life care decision-making
• Impact of chronic conditions on elderly health outcomes

His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate an active research program addressing critical issues in geriatric medicine, with a particular focus on the intersection of physical and cognitive health in the oldest old. Herrmann employs diverse methodologies including randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, and large-scale observational studies to advance understanding of aging processes.

Herrmann leads the SWISS100 study, a significant research initiative examining centenarian health across multiple domains. His work often bridges clinical practice and research, with direct implications for improving care for elderly patients in hospital and community settings.