Alexander Kapp | |
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| Born | February 28, 1955 Heidelberg, Germany |
| Known for | Pathophysiology of inflammatory skin diseases (atopic dermatitis, psoriasis) |
| Awards | Herbert-Herxheimer-Advancement Award (1993/96), Herbert-Herxheimer Memorial Award (1999), Erich-Fuchs Award (2013) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Dermatology, allergy |
| Institutions | Hannover Medical School |
Alexander Kapp (born 28 February 1955) is a German dermatologist and allergist. He was chairman and medical director of the department of dermatology and allergy at the Hannover Medical School until his retirement in 2022. He is known for his work in the field of pathophysiology of inflammatory skin diseases (atopic dermatitis, psoriasis), his research on neuro-immunological interactions in allergic inflammation and on the role of eosinophilic granulocytes in allergy and dermatology.