Sonja Molin

Dr. Sonja Molin is an Associate Professor in the Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine at Queen's University. She holds cross appointments in the Translational Institute of Medicine (TIME) and is affiliated with Queen’s Laboratory for Molecular Pathology (QLMP). Her research focuses on health systems, public health, quality improvement, medical education, clinical trials, and translational medicine, with a specific emphasis on atopic diseases, eczema, and immunopathogenesis. Dr. Molin has dual clinical and academic roles, combining dermatological practice with robust research output.

Educational Background: She earned a Dr. med. (Medicine) from Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich (2007) and a Habilitation (Priv.Doz.) in Dermatology from the same institution (2015).

Research Highlights: Her work investigates biomarkers for contact dermatitis, occupational allergies, and the pathogenesis of hand eczema. She develops clinical guidelines and tools for diagnosing chronic hand eczema and explores genetic factors (e.g., LCE3B/C deletions) influencing skin conditions. Recent studies address therapeutic efficacy of topical agents and the role of smoking in exacerbating eczema.

Publications: Over 15 peer-reviewed articles since 2009, focusing on dermatological immunology, clinical outcomes, and translational research. Key journals include British Journal of Dermatology and Contact Dermatitis.

Awards: None explicitly listed in provided text.

Advising/Grants: No specific grants or advisees mentioned, but her research aligns with translational medicine initiatives at Queen’s TIME.

Labs/Teams: Active within Queen’s Laboratory for Molecular Pathology and collaborates with European dermatology networks (e.g., Information Network of Departments of Dermatology).