Genetics
Annamari Immonen
Doctoral Researcher
Optometrist
Research Group: Eye Genetics
I conduct research on rare genetic eye diseases with a particular focus on the cornea. My primary subject is keratitis fugax hereditaria, a rare NLRP3-linked autoinflammatory disease predominantly occurring in Finland and Sweden. My research aims to accelerate diagnosis and improve treatment options for affected patients, who frequently face prolonged diagnostic delays. In parallel, I work as a clinical optometrist at the Corneal Unit of Helsinki University Hospital.