We integrate evolutionary theory, mathematical modelling, population genomics, cellular immunology, clinical research, and demography to understand how contemporary environments have disrupted evolved immune strategies, thereby contributing to women's elevated risk of autoimmune disease and men's greater susceptibility to infection.
The SEXDIM network's members include the following faculties of the University of Helsinki:
Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Science and Faculty of Social Sciences.
Network project funded by:
Time: 1.1.2026 - 31.12.2028