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Bohlen Lab - mRNA translation in human immunity

Understanding mRNA translation in human immunity

We study how translational control shapes immune cell function and how defects in protein synthesis cause human disease.

Dr. Jonathan Bohlen © Jan Greune

Dr. Jonathan Bohlen

Emmy Noether Group Leader

Molecular biologist studying mRNA translation, human genetics, and molecular immunology at the Gene Center Munich.

Our Approach

We combine expertise from three disciplines to create a unique research perspective.

Molecular Biology

We use cutting-edge biochemical and structural approaches to understand the molecular machinery of protein synthesis - ribosomes, tRNAs, and translation factors.

Immunology

We study how immune cells - particularly T cells - regulate their proteome through translational control during activation, differentiation, and disease.

Human Genetics

We leverage rare genetic disorders affecting the translation machinery to uncover fundamental biology and develop therapeutic strategies.

News & Updates

Latest news from the lab, including publications, grants, and milestones.

Jun 2025 Grant

Fritz Thyssen Stiftung grant

Received Erstförderung from Fritz Thyssen Stiftung to support our research programme.

Interested in joining us?

We're always looking for curious and motivated scientists to join our team at the Gene Center Munich.

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Gene Center Munich

Part of LMU's Life Science Hub

The Bohlen Lab is located at the Gene Center of Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, one of Europe's leading research universities.

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Bohlen Lab researchers at work © Jan Greune

Our research is supported by the Emmy Noether Programme of the German Research Foundation (DFG).