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Research group

Pathology

Tampere University
Area of focusHealth
Vaaleanpunainen mikroskooppikuva

We conduct pathology research to benefit medical community and patients.

Cytopathology

Our main goal in cytopathology is the development and application of digital cytopathology, molecular techniques, multiplex immunohistochemistry, and terminology systems in cytology samples and small specimens obtained through minimally invasive methods. The research includes international studies on inter- and intraobserver variation and cytopathology practice executed by Scientific Committee of the European Federation of Cytological Societies.

Main fields of research topics are:

  • pulmonary and pleural
  • salivary gland
  • thyroid gland cytopathology

Cardiovascular Pathology

Cardiovascular pathology research focuses on aortic pathology and morphological substrates of atrial fibrillation including cardiac conduction system.

Main fields of research topics are:

  • aortic pathology
  • morphological substrates of atrial fibrillation
  • valvular pathology

Contact persons

Ivana Kholová
ivana.kholova [at] tuni.fi