[Pathobiology and Genetics]

Genetics and pathobiology were addressed at the 7(th) World Symposium on Pulmonary Hypertension in Task Forces 2 and 3. The Genetics Task Force also focused on precision medicine approaches, and the Pathobiology working group concentrated heavily on new omics technologies. Therefore, the following not only summarises the current state of knowledge on genetics, genetic testing methods, and molecular pathophysiological changes, but also places it in context and critically discusses it. In addition, the importance of national and international biobanks and cohorts, as well as the active involvement of patients and families, is emphasized.

• Eichstaedt, C. A.
• Olschewski, A.
• Harbaum, L.
• Cordes, S.
• Dorfmüller, P.
• Foris, V.
• Kuebler, W. M.
• Kwapiszewska, G.
• Pullamsetti, S.
• Sommer, N.
• Tabeling, C.
• Weissmann, N.
• Zoll, A.
• Hinderhofer, K.
• Schermuly, R. T.