On these pages you will find a selection of research news from the Leibniz Institutes.
  1. Extracellular ligand helps to prevent muscle loss
    02/28/2020 · Leibniz Institute on Aging – Fritz Lipmann Institute

    Researchers have discovered an extracellular ligand that counteracts muscle wasting in cachexia. The metabolic disorder is often associated with cancer.

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  2. Pretty good relatives
    02/27/2020 · German Primate Center – Leibniz Institute for Primate Research

    Mandrills consolidate their relationships by social grooming. In the case of close maternal kin they do so even if this increases the risk of infection for them.

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  3. Protection of mangroves shows success
    02/27/2020 · Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research

    The global loss of mangrove forests is less alarming than previously thought. Nevertheless, great efforts are needed to continue the positive trend.

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  4. Use of social media remains untapped
    02/26/2020 · ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research

    A survey concludes that companies are still making far too little use of social media to obtain constructive customer feedback as a means of improving their products and services.

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  5. How laser pulses manipulate magnetization
    02/25/2020 · Max-Born-Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy

    When exposed to ultrashort light pulses, it is observed that magnetic materials change their magnetization. Researchers have now disentangled the underlying process.

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  6. Multi-connectivity in future private networks
    02/25/2020 · Innovations for High Performance Microelectronics

    A new project is developing AI solutions for beyond 5G private networks integrating multiple wireless access technologies and their evolutions.

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  7. Low-cost housing concepts for Namibia
    02/21/2020 · INM – Leibniz Institute for New Materials

    Living conditions in Namibia are precarious in large parts of the country. A fireproof building material made of domestic resources could contribute to the construction of affordable housing.

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  8. Cybersecurity fear slows down innovation
    02/20/2020 · ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research

    As digitalisation progresses, new risks for innovative companies emerge. Based on their analysis, the expert commission of the federal government recommends a set of measures.

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  9. Consortium researches artificial liver replacement
    02/19/2020 · DWI - Leibniz Institute for Interactive Materials

    A project aims to develop solutions that enable the 3D printing of tissue and thus provide patients with End-Stage Liver Disease an alternative to donor organ transplants.

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  10. High-Speed Internet Helps Populist Parties
    02/19/2020 · WZB Berlin Social Science Center

    A study demonstrates a causal link between the expansion of broadband internet and the electoral success of populist parties in Germany and Italy.

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  11. Prestigious award for materials researcher
    02/19/2020 · INM - Leibniz Institute for New Materials

    Eduard Arzt, Scientific Director of INM – Leibniz Institute for New Materials, has been elected to the United States National Academy of Engineering.

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  12. Youths also interested in political information
    02/14/2020 · Leibniz Institute for Media Research | Hans-Bredow-Institut

    A study on digital participation examined the extent to which young people perceive and use the opportunities for strategic networking and social involvement on the Internet.

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  13. Europe under pressure
    02/13/2020 · Halle Institute for Economic Research - Member of the Leibniz Association

    Is the increasing strength of populist parties due to economic causes? An international project is devoted to this question.

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  14. Safe surfing
    02/11/2020 · Leibniz Institute for Media Research | Hans-Bredow-Institut

    European children use their smartphone almost all the time. Nevertheless, many young people still receive little support and advice on safe online use - either from parents, teachers or friends.

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  15. Bacterial influencers
    02/11/2020 · Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research

    By producing certain metabolites, plants communicate with and govern the microbial life within a thin layer of soil. Now, researchers have discovered that this is not a one-way process.

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  16. Tracking biological age
    02/07/2020 · Leibniz Institute on Aging - Fritz Lipmann Institute

    In a new project, researchers want to establish biomarkers inside the cell nucleus in order to detect age-related physical changes and disease risks early on.

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  17. Jump-start for coral reefs
    02/07/2020 · Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research

    For the first time, an international team of scientists now provides a comprehensive overview of the state of the art in reef restoration research and practice and develops suggestions for improvement.

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  18. Towards the sun
    02/06/2020 · Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam

    On February 10, the spacecraft Soler Orbiter starts its journey into space. The mission of the European Space Agency will explore the Sun at close range.

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  19. Cooperation against cardiac insufficiency
    02/06/2020 · Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften - ISAS -

    A German–Chinese project aims to develop a new drug for the treatment of cardiac diseases and is being funded by a grant of around EUR 1 million from the German BMBF.

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  20. Protection against poaching in tropical hotspots
    02/05/2020 · Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research

    Wildlife populations in Southeast Asia are increasingly at risk of illegal poaching. To address the defaunation, large-scale systematic surveys are necessary.

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