
Research news
More unique with age
06/21/2022 · German Primate Center – Leibniz Institute for Primate ResearchThe intestinal flora changes with old age. Until now, it has been assumed that our modern lifestyle causes these changes. However, according to new findings it is likely that the underlying process has evolved.
Satisfaction after system change
06/07/2022 · ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic ResearchThe democratisation of the GDR has had different effects on opponents and supporters of the GDR’s political regime. Former opponents are significantly happier with the new democratic system than they were before.
Glowing mammals
05/09/2022 · Museum für Naturkunde - Leibniz Institute for Evolution and Biodiversity ScienceRecent discoveries highlighted that the fur of various mammal species glows in shades of pink and red when exposed to ultraviolet light. Researchers identified the molecule porphyrin as the source of this property.
Global trade, not self-sufficiency
04/27/2022 · Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition EconomiesRussia’s invasion of Ukraine has sent prices soaring for agricultural commodities. Open and competitive global trade is needed to overcome trade disruptions and create supply structures.
Food crisis calls for demand-side action
03/21/2022 · Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact ResearchThe global food system is impacted by the war in Ukraine. In a statement scientists propose three levers for coping with the shocks while also ensuring human health and long-term sustainable development.