Jan Gutermuth

Jan Gutermuth is a Physician Scientist in Dermatology at UZ Brussel (Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel), affiliated with the Vitality Research Group focused on Gerontology. He leads research at the intersection of dermatology, immunology, and clinical sciences.

Research Focus: Dr. Gutermuth's work centers on immune-mediated skin disorders, with particular expertise in atopic dermatitis pathogenesis, IgE-mediated autoimmunity, and therapeutic interventions. His research employs systematic reviews, clinical trials, and molecular immunology approaches to investigate:

• Autoantibody development in atopic eczema
• Biologic therapies (dupilumab, lebrikizumab)
• Interdisciplinary care models for inflammatory skin diseases
• Exercise immunology connections

Awards and Recognition:

• AbbVie Research Grant (2021)
• FWO Junior Research Project (2021)
• Pfizer Research Grant (2021)
• Sanofi Gynzyme Type 2 Immunity Research Grant (2018)
• Wetenschappelijk Fonds Willy Gepts UZ Brussel (2018)

Academic Leadership: Leads multiple funded projects including the DIANA Birth Cohort Study and European Network for IgE-Mediated Autoimmunity. Supervises graduate students in dermatology research and regularly presents findings at international conferences.