Longevity Webinar: Expert Explains Life-Prolonging Effect of Strength Training
Strength training is one of the most effective strategies for healthy aging and longevity. Prof. Dr. Dr. Jürgen Gießing will point this out in a free online webinar on May 6, 2026. Under the title "Longevity begins in the muscle - Why strength training can have a...
DSMZ: More microbiomes for global research
The Leibniz Institute DSMZ – German Collection of Microorganisms and Cell Cultures GmbH in Braunschweig has expanded its portfolio to include representative, defined microbial communities. From now on, standardized packages from the microbiomes of mice, maize and a...
Grimace: ETH Zurich develops AI system for automatic pain detection in laboratory mice
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a new automatic system called Grimace that records the pain and well-being of laboratory mice in an objective and standardised manner. It uses machine vision and learning to analyse the facial expressions and posture of the...
cFLIP discovered as a new target against therapy-resistant lymphomas
Researchers at the University of Cologne have identified a new molecular target for the treatment of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). The protein cFLIP plays a central role in defending against programmed cell death in these cancer cells. The study was conducted...
Calcium sensor revolutionizes nerve cell imaging
A newly developed calcium sensor enables much more precise and gentle observation of neuronal activity. The method significantly improves real-time imaging of nerve cells and opens up new possibilities in basic neuroscientific research and for the development of...
Potential instead of deficit: New study sheds light on the synergetic connection between ADHD and creativity
ADHD is often seen only as a disorder. A new study now focuses on the creative potential of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and shows a close synergistic connection between ADHD and increased creativity. According to the study, people with ADHD benefit...
4,000 doctors demand sugar tax – “Klingbeil must submit proposal”
Around 4,000 doctors are calling for the rapid introduction of a sugar tax on high-sugar drinks and food. Federal Finance Minister Klingbeil is to present a concrete proposal for this immediately. The doctors see such a levy as an effective instrument against the...
German Medical Association calls for at least three billion euros in tax subsidies for the statutory health insurance system
The President of the German Medical Association, Dr. Klaus Reinhardt, is calling on the federal government to immediately start the full refinancing of non-insurance benefits from federal funds. As a first step, he calls for an additional tax subsidy to the health...
AOK calls for improvements in emergency reform
With the cabinet decision on the reform of emergency care, the next major health policy project starts the parliamentary process. The AOK community welcomes the third attempt of the federal government in principle, but sees a considerable need for improvement. The...
MHH develops bioreactors for the production of millions of human macrophages
Researchers at the Hannover Medical School (MHH) have developed a new method that can be used to produce human immune cells such as macrophages efficiently and in large quantities in medium-sized bioreactors. The cells, which are obtained from induced pluripotent stem...
