Germán D. Carrasquilla

Germán D. Carrasquilla is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences (SUND) at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, where he is affiliated with the Kilpeläinen Group. His research focuses on genetic epidemiology of metabolic disorders and cardiovascular disease risk factors.

His primary research interests include:

• Genetic epidemiology of obesity and metabolic disorders
• Cardiovascular disease risk factors
• Mendelian randomization studies
• Body composition and health implications
• Type 2 diabetes etiology
• Genetic determinants of metabolic health

Dr. Carrasquilla's work employs large-scale genetic studies and population-based approaches to establish causal relationships between risk factors and disease outcomes. His recent research has particularly focused on the complex relationships between abdominal obesity, triglyceride metabolism, and cardiovascular risk, often utilizing advanced genetic methodologies to determine causality rather than mere association.

His publications have appeared in high-impact journals including European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, Diabetologia, Blood, and Addiction. One notable publication has received exceptional attention with coverage by 108 news outlets, highlighting the significance of his research to broader scientific and public health communities.

Dr. Carrasquilla maintains extensive collaborative networks, participating in major international research consortia such as the Trans-Omics for Precision Medicine (TOPMed) program and the INVENT consortium. His collaborative work spans numerous institutions across multiple countries, reflecting the global nature of contemporary genetic epidemiology research.