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Urs Leo Gantenbein is a Research Affiliate at the Institute of Evolutionary Medicine at the University of Zurich. His expertise lies in evolutionary pathophysiology and the historical aspects of medicine, particularly during the Medieval and Renaissance periods. Gantenbein is notably engaged in researching the history of infectious diseases, with a special focus on syphilis and mummification. His current projects explore the conceptual evolution of syphilis in Early Modern Europe, particularly examining the contributions of Ulrich von Hutten, as well as paleopathological investigations related to historical plague epidemics in Winterthur. He is also involved in the electronic compilation of the complete works of Paracelsus, contributing to a comprehensive index of these theological works, reflecting his dedication to both historical research and its implications in modern medicine.
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