With the start of the new funding phase in early 2026, RESIST continues its scientific development and growth. As part of this transition, new highly qualified researchers have joined the cluster, while at the same time several members have left the network. To actively shape this transition and further [...]

Since the beginning of 2026, PD Dr. Marius Vital has strengthened the RESIST research consortium with his expertise in functional microbiome research. He heads the “Functional Microbiomics” research group at the Institute of Medical Microbiology and Hospital Epidemiology at Hannover Medical School (MHH), where he also serves as co-head [...]

Researchers at the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research have discovered new functional differences in the widespread gut bacterium Segatella copri. As the team reports in a recent study, some strains possess additional genetic material that makes them significantly more tolerant to oxygen. The findings were published in the journal [...]

With its “Maternity Leave” and “Re-Entry” programs, RESIST provides targeted support for female researchers striving to balance pregnancy, family life, and demanding scientific work. Two examples from dermatology and pediatric pulmonology illustrate how this support makes a tangible difference. Continuity in the Laboratory: Support for Dr. Rebecca Pospich Dr. [...]