A gene, found only in humans, leads to a larger brain, increased memory flexibility and reduced anxiety in mice.
Dresden researchers discover that a mechanical cue is at the origin of cell death decision.
New research group leader reconstructs mammalian development in a dish to understand how embryos build themselves.
New research group leader joins the MPI-CBG
Dresden and Copenhagen researchers establish human pancreas culture system.
Dresden researchers discover how a protein creates the rotatory forces essential for animal development.
MPI-CBG PhD student in first place in world’s leading science communication competition
16 new high-quality reference genomes from vertebrates are published, advancing comparative biology, conservation, and health research
MPI-CBG director becomes International Honorary Member of one of the oldest learned societies in the United States.
Award of the Max Planck Society for gifted young researchers
New algorithm automatically learns physically correct models from measurement data
Hippos and whales are close relatives, but their shared “aquatic” skin traits did not come from a common ancestor.
Dr. Rita Mateus joins the Dresden research community with her research on organ growth and structural colors.
International research team identifies how the cell nucleus structures active and inactive DNA.
Support for early career scientists to explore alternative areas of research.
New method to analyze diffusion modes in molecule mixtures
Dresden researchers generate a model for Retinitis Pigmentosa 11
New mathematical method for generating random connected networks
Embracing diversity for successful biomedical research in Dresden.
Scientists discover how protein droplets change from liquid to solid state over time
New research group leader has arrived
Understanding how energetics shape the behavior of biological systems.
New mathematical model to analyze topological defects in image data and in tissues
Researchers point to a new mechanism underlying male infertility
Researcher find asymmetric divisions crucial to form a functional retina.
ERC Consolidator Grant for Nadine Vastenhouw
Anthony Hyman will present Keith R. Porter Lecture at Cell Bio Virtual 2020
Support and funding for the best young researchers in the life sciences
Inter-connection of morphogen and metabolism pathways ensures proper tissue development.
A new model describes interaction of interwoven networks.