Fresh ideas in particle and dispersion sciences

Why liver inflammation can damage the kidneys

New imaging analysis method revolutionizes the diagnosis of head and neck tumors

Surprise at the grain boundary

For the first time, an international research team has been able to observe how solute elements introduce new grain boundary phases using state-of-the-art microscopy and simulation techniques

Towards new reaction pathways

Insights on molecular dynamics in the ultrashort time window following UV excitation

Superspreader fibrils caught in the act

Evaluating the link between chemicals and declining insect populations

Using a library of 1,000+ agrochemicals, scientists saw significant changes in behaviour and long-term survival of different insect populations

AI in medicine: new approach for more efficient diagnostics

Researchers have developed a new AI tool that uses imaging data to also detect less frequent diseases of the gastrointestinal tract

“The integration of robotics and AI is poised to revolutionize science labs”

By automating routine tasks, scientists can focus on higher-level research questions, paving the way for faster breakthroughs

Ovulation filmed from start to finish for the first time

New findings for fertility research

AI helps to detect antibiotic resistance

This is an important first step toward integrating GPT-4 into clinical diagnostics

Rapid genome analysis of a Whippet sighthound sets new standard for biodiversity research

“We are demonstrating that we can obtain and analyse complete genome information in a matter of days – not months”

Femtosecond-fieldoscopy accesses molecules fingerprints at near-infrared spectral range

"This research...has potential applications across various fields, including chemistry and biology, where precise molecular detection is essential"

“Dictionaries” make fluorescence-based data for integrative structure models and their dynamics accessible

3D structures of biomolecules

New method for measuring luminescence lifetime offers breakthrough in scientific imaging

Ac­cel­er­at­ing the pace of dis­cov­ery in sci­ence and in­dustry

Effects of chemical mixtures: Neurotoxic effects add up

Study demonstrates for the first time the toxicological relevance of chemical mixtures as they occur in humans

Drug discovery within the patient

Genetic analysis of bacteria from humans and animals paves the way for new active ingredients

New test improves diagnosis of allergies

Higher diagnostic accuracy than standard tests

Protein interactions: who is partying with whom and who is ruining the party?

New method for investigating protein interaction networks - also of interest for pharmaceutical research

Bee-friendly protection for plants

New types of sensors could help to develop plant protection products that are safe for bees

AI does not necessarily lead to more efficiency in clinical practice

Researchers analyse the effects

ONE microscopy: from molecule to 3D structure with conventional microscopy

The simple and cost-effective method developed using a few simple but effective tricks

New test improves diagnosis of allergies

Higher diagnostic accuracy than standard tests

Kaspar Hauser was 99.9994 percent not a prince

New DNA analyses spark controversy over origins

New insights into the genetics of the common octopus: genome at the chromosome level decoded

Scientific milestone provides deeper insights into the evolution and biology of Octopus vulgaris

“The integration of robotics and AI is poised to revolutionize science labs”

By automating routine tasks, scientists can focus on higher-level research questions, paving the way for faster breakthroughs

Are tattoos safe?

Tattoo inks in Europe are mislabeled and some contain banned ingredients

Start-up receives funding for animal-free methods for drug testing

Ethically safe, fast, cost-effective and reliable

Cost-effective modular system for optical imaging from the 3D printer

Like building with Lego bricks

Drug discovery within the patient

Genetic analysis of bacteria from humans and animals paves the way for new active ingredients

AI does not necessarily lead to more efficiency in clinical practice

Researchers analyse the effects

Automated analysis of German insect diversity

DNA provides almost 32,000 species

Scientists decode black widow spider venom

Cryo-EM and MD simulations unveil the mechanism of the potent neurotoxin α-latrotoxin in forming calcium-permeable membrane pores

Magnetism without metal: a milestone for materials science

“This is fundamentally new”

Is the physics of red blood cells in bats a key to "artificial hibernation" for humans?

The new findings could contribute towards the development of new medical treatments

Fasting and blood sugar

Start-up aims to revolutionise CO₂ capture and conversion technology

Aerleum raises $6M in seed round

New drugs from toxic birds

Investigation of the symbiosis between bacteria and birds leads to the discovery of new natural products with antimicrobial properties

Solein® tops the list of NASA’s alternatives for space food systems

Flower Power: Lavender Oil Fuels Batteries for the Future

Unique material created to solve a persistent failure problem

Microbe of the Year 2023: Bacillus subtilis – for health and technology

Already, Bacillus subtilis is indispensable in many industries, and many more innovations are expected

Precise and fast kokumi effect

"Kokumi" is the name given to the spicy, full-bodied taste of mature cheeses. A new method can be used to effectively analyze the relevant peptides.

Octopus-inspired adhesive works well in wet conditions

Possible trigger of Crohn’s disease discovered

Dysfunctional mitochondria disrupt the gut microbiome

Ferments du Futur: New Innovation Center for Future Foods Opens

Europe's unique partnership accelerates research in healthy and sustainable nutrition

A “chemical ChatGPT” for new medications

AI learns chemical connections

Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the discovery of microRNA

Surprising discovery revealed an entirely new dimension to gene regulation

Delicious and plant-based: the new EXTRA plant-based chewing gum

For the launch of the new EXTRA® plant-based chewing gum, Mars Wrigley is working with the environmental organization The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to support their conservation work in the Mexican rainforest.

Are trees the future for the production of industrial chemicals?

Finding could help turn trees into affordable, greener industrial chemicals

The preparation makes the poison

1.3 million pizzas with solar power

Gustavo Gusto produces with a PV system from E.ON

Cobalt-copper tandem successfully converts carbon dioxide to ethanol

Sustainability in the focus of chemical research

Stardust in the bathroom

Nanoceramics: novel treatment for skin diseases

When it comes to building muscle, not all proteins are created equal

Researchers find ground beef packs bigger muscle-building punch than soy-based alternative

UK bioplastics breakthrough wins US plastics industry prize

“2024 is our year – we've scaled up three products, secured investor backing, brought new talent onboard and successfully launched our first commercial application"

Small German start-up develops bluetongue virus vaccine within a few months

Verovaccines leverages its new capabilities for rapid emergency response and cost-effective classical animal health vaccine development

Children, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should avoid Brazil nuts

Brazil nuts can contain unusually high levels of radioactive radium

No significant PFAS emissions from waste incineration

Researchers investigate the effectiveness of combustion processes

New target to treat severe autoimmune disease

Full-bodied cheese flavor–prediction of flavor development soon possible thanks to new method

Innovative catalyst produces methane using electricity

A study opens up new ways to produce important chemical compounds

Extreme rainfall poses health risks

Extremely heavy rainfall significantly increases the risk of death, particularly among individuals with cardiovascular and respiratory diseases

Victory against fast food giants

German Environmental Aid forces McDonald's to offer mandatory reusable packaging