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Where microalgae go carnivorous to win
05/15/2026 · Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde

Plankton in the Amazon river plume harbors remarkable nutritional all-rounders that simultaneously perform photosynthesis and hunt for prey.

Model organism: thale cress (Arabidopsis thaliana)

"Off switch" speeds up breeding process
05/15/2026 · Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research

A targeted "off-switch" in the egg cell could significantly speed up the breeding of climate-adapted plant varieties.

Three CT scans showing the regression of the bone lesions.

Progress in immunotherapy
05/11/2026 · Leibniz Institute for Immunotherapy

CAR T stem memory cells achieve complete remissions at low doses without prior chemotherapy.

[Translate to english:] Grafik mit Nanobody und Chloridkanal

Nanobody repairs cellular defect
04/27/2026 · Leibniz-Forschungsinstitut für Molekulare Pharmakologie

A tiny antibody component could fundamentally transform the treatment of cystic fibrosis.

A researcher in protective clothing examines a blood sample

Robust immune status
04/22/2026 · German Primate Center – Leibniz Institute for Primate Research

More immune protection, less dominance: A new phase in the evolution of COVID-19?

How the immune system ages
03/30/2026 · Leibniz Institute on Aging - Fritz Lipmann Institute

The killifish reveals in fast-forward what takes decades in humans: chronic inflammation, DNA damage in precursor cells and remodelling processes in the blood-forming organ characterise the ageing of the immune system.

Not just an energy shock
03/24/2026 · Kiel Institute for the World Economy

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatens global food security – an interactive website illustrates the dependencies.

A teacher with three pupils in the classroom

Worthwhile investments
03/23/2026 · ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research

Higher spending on education and health pays off: a new study estimates the annual return on productivity at an average of ten per cent.

Newly discovered counterpart
03/20/2026 · Leibniz-Forschungsinstitut für Molekulare Pharmakologie

Researchers have uncovered a previously unknown regulatory mechanism in cells. Their findings could help to influence tumour growth or prevent dementia.

The Earth is warming faster
03/17/2026 · Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research

A new study has demonstrated for the first time with statistical significance that the rate of warming has almost doubled over the past ten years.

How old is the universe?
03/12/2026 · Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam

The oldest stars in the Milky Way provide insights into the age of the universe – and offer new clues about its expansion.

Plastic in urban air
03/05/2026 · Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research

Cars also pollute the air through tyre wear. A new study reveals just how much plastic we breathe in every day as a result.

More control in immunotherapy
03/04/2026 · Leibniz Institute for Immunotherapy

CAR T cells fight cancer cells, but they can also damage healthy tissue. A new drug is designed to control their activity.

Colour-stained microscope image of a cell culture.

Tumor models simulate immune response
01/05/2026 · INM – Leibniz Institute for New Materials

Novel artificial tumors could advance cancer research: they show how cancer cells evade immune control.

EU flags in front of the Commission in Brussels

Statement: Improve plans for FP10
12/17/2025 · Leibniz Association

Strengthening excellence, creating reliable framework conditions, securing collaborative research

It's all about the calories
11/18/2025 · German Institute of Human Nutrition Potsdam-Rehbruecke

Intermittent fasting itself has no positive effects on metabolism, according to a study. The energy balance is the decisive factor.

The logistics of parasites
11/17/2025 · Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine

In order to survive, malaria parasites use a sophisticated transport system for proteins. This discovery could contribute to the development of new therapies.

Genetic map of oats
11/11/2025 · Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research

Oats are very healthy, but their genetic makeup is particularly complex. Now, scientists have succeeded in decoding it – an important achievement for agriculture, breeding, and yield.

Leibniz Institutes at COP30 in Belém
11/06/2025 · Leibniz Lab Systemic Sustainability

With two events, the Leibniz Lab Systemic Sustainability is setting priorities for sustainable change at the World Climate Conference.

Researcher examines bacteria on a Petri dish

Diagnostic innovation
10/27/2025 · Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology

Just a drop of blood is enough: A new diagnostic platform detects vaccination gaps and antibiotic resistance.