Jean-Louis Mandel

Jean-Louis Mandel is a Professor of Human Genetics at the College de France, where he has held the Chair of Human Genetics since 2003. Previously, he was a Professor of Genetics at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Strasbourg (1984-2003) and an Associate Professor of Biochemistry at Strasbourg University (1978-1984). He also served as Director of the Institute of Genetics and Molecular and Cellular Biology (IGBMC) in Strasbourg (2002-2006).

• Research Focus: Analysis of genetic diseases, including unstable polynucleotide repeat expansions, X-linked mental retardation, multifactorial diseases, and genomic imprinting. His work bridges human genetics, molecular biology, and personalized medicine.
• Awards and Honors:
  • Member, French Academy of Sciences (1999)
  • Prix Louis-Jeantet Prize for Medicine (1999)
  • Grand Prix from the Foundation for Medical Research (2006)
  • Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur (2008)
  • Scientific Award, National Academy of Medicine (2009)
• Teaching: Regularly delivers courses and seminars on human genetics, covering topics like genetic predispositions to common diseases, pharmacological therapies for monogenic diseases, and cognitive function disorders.