Norbert Kathmann

Prof. Norbert Kathmann is a Research Professor at the Department of Psychology, Humboldt University of Berlin, within the Faculty of Life Sciences. His research focuses on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), internalizing disorders, and psychophysiological mechanisms. He leads studies on neuroimaging biomarkers, genetic risk factors, and clinical interventions for OCD. His work integrates cognitive neuroscience, immunology, and epigenetics to advance precision medicine in mental health.

Research Interests: Kathmann’s work spans OCD neurobiology, psychophysiological markers for treatment prediction, and neuroplasticity in cognitive training. He investigates how error-monitoring systems and emotional reactivity contribute to psychopathology. Recent projects include ENIGMA OCD consortium studies on brain structural covariance and genetic associations.

Publications Trends: His 2024-2025 work emphasizes genomic analyses (e.g., 30 OCD loci discovery), immune biomarkers (CRP/IL-6 associations), and ERP-based predictive models for therapy outcomes. He also contributed to S3 treatment guidelines for OCD, combining pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy recommendations.

Grants and Collaboration: As senior researcher, Kathmann coordinates multi-site studies like PREACT (precision psychotherapy) and ENIGMA OCD initiatives. His research addresses translational gaps between neurophysiological findings and clinical practice.