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Faster response to new virus variants
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
Researchers have developed a new method that can be used to quickly and reliably detect mutations responsible for immune escape. Image source: Robert Koch Institute
Researchers have developed a new method that can be used to quickly and reliably detect mutations responsible for immune escape. Image source: Robert Koch Institute
Researchers have developed a new method that can be used to quickly and reliably detect mutations responsible for immune escape. Image source: Robert Koch Institute
A warm welcome
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
We are delighted to welcome our new member Prof. Penninger. He specialises in the interactions between hosts and pathogens and uses organoids - three-dimensional models that mimic human organs.
We are delighted to welcome our new member Prof. Penninger. He specialises in the interactions between hosts and pathogens and uses organoids - three-dimensional models that mimic human organs.
We are delighted to welcome our new member Prof. Penninger. He specialises in the interactions between hosts and pathogens and uses organoids - three-dimensional models that mimic human organs.
ERC grant for Prof. Yang Li
January 29, 2025
January 29, 2025
January 29, 2025
RESIST researcher receives funding from the European Research Council. She is developing a diagnostic test to improve the effectiveness of flu vaccines.
RESIST researcher receives funding from the European Research Council. She is developing a diagnostic test to improve the effectiveness of flu vaccines.
RESIST researcher receives funding from the European Research Council. She is developing a diagnostic test to improve the effectiveness of flu vaccines.
Treating infections beyond antibiotics
January 28, 2025
January 28, 2025
January 28, 2025
The enzyme CYLD impairs macrophages insofar as they are less able to control bacteria. Image source: Robert Koch Institute. Image Source: Robert Koch Institute
The enzyme CYLD impairs macrophages insofar as they are less able to control bacteria. Image source: Robert Koch Institute. Image Source: Robert Koch Institute
The enzyme CYLD impairs macrophages insofar as they are less able to control bacteria. Image source: Robert Koch Institute. Image Source: Robert Koch Institute
RESIST is now on Bluesky
January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025
RESIST is switching from social media platform ‘X’ to social media platform ‘Bluesky’.
RESIST is switching from social media platform ‘X’ to social media platform ‘Bluesky’.
RESIST is switching from social media platform ‘X’ to social media platform ‘Bluesky’.
Vaccine research: New hope in the fight against hepatitis C
December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024
Prof. Krey and his team published a study on an innovative vaccine design against the hepatitis C virus.
Prof. Krey and his team published a study on an innovative vaccine design against the hepatitis C virus.
Prof. Krey and his team published a study on an innovative vaccine design against the hepatitis C virus.
Viral Protein Prediction
December 2, 2024
December 2, 2024
December 2, 2024
The Bosse Group at CSSB has developed a structure prediction database covering the proteomes of all human Herpesviruses.
The Bosse Group at CSSB has developed a structure prediction database covering the proteomes of all human Herpesviruses.
The Bosse Group at CSSB has developed a structure prediction database covering the proteomes of all human Herpesviruses.
Master’s programme: Start of the new year
October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024
This winter semester is the start of the fourth year of the master's programme in biomedical data science.
This winter semester is the start of the fourth year of the master's programme in biomedical data science.
This winter semester is the start of the fourth year of the master's programme in biomedical data science.
Successful symposium
October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024
"Microbes – Connecting Environment and Health" - the unique congress of the three infection research clusters at the Futurium in Berlin
"Microbes – Connecting Environment and Health" - the unique congress of the three infection research clusters at the Futurium in Berlin
"Microbes – Connecting Environment and Health" - the unique congress of the three infection research clusters at the Futurium in Berlin
Ita-Askonas Prize for Prof. Ravens
September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024
Professor Dr Sarina Ravens received the Ita-Askonas Prize 2024 of the European Federation of Immunologicial Societies (EFIS).
Professor Dr Sarina Ravens received the Ita-Askonas Prize 2024 of the European Federation of Immunologicial Societies (EFIS).
Professor Dr Sarina Ravens received the Ita-Askonas Prize 2024 of the European Federation of Immunologicial Societies (EFIS).
More than the sum of the parts
August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Turning the enemy into a friend
July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Linux and Leine
July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024
At the Bioinformatics Summer School, participants were able to learn how to process and visualise data in order to gain new insights into biology and medicine.
At the Bioinformatics Summer School, participants were able to learn how to process and visualise data in order to gain new insights into biology and medicine.
At the Bioinformatics Summer School, participants were able to learn how to process and visualise data in order to gain new insights into biology and medicine.
Welcome
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
We are delighted to welcome our new RESIST member Prof Dr Yannic Bartsch. The immunologist heads the junior research group "Antiviral Antibody Omics" at TWINCORE.
We are delighted to welcome our new RESIST member Prof Dr Yannic Bartsch. The immunologist heads the junior research group "Antiviral Antibody Omics" at TWINCORE.
We are delighted to welcome our new RESIST member Prof Dr Yannic Bartsch. The immunologist heads the junior research group "Antiviral Antibody Omics" at TWINCORE.
IdeenExpo: RESIST inspires guests
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Several hundred visitors watched our VR film on the infection process at the Ideas Expo and were impressed.
Several hundred visitors watched our VR film on the infection process at the Ideas Expo and were impressed.
Several hundred visitors watched our VR film on the infection process at the Ideas Expo and were impressed.
Herpes infections in atopic dermatitis
June 3, 2024
June 3, 2024
June 3, 2024
Newly funded: Research project on defence against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. Study participants with neurodermatitis and severe herpes infection wanted.
Newly funded: Research project on defence against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. Study participants with neurodermatitis and severe herpes infection wanted.
Newly funded: Research project on defence against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. Study participants with neurodermatitis and severe herpes infection wanted.
RESIST is at the IdeenExpo
May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024
RESIST will be at the IdeenExpo - from 13 to 16 June (Thursday to Sunday) in Hall 9 at the MHH stand! Come and watch our VR film showing [...]
RESIST will be at the IdeenExpo - from 13 to 16 June (Thursday to Sunday) in Hall 9 at the MHH stand! Come and watch our VR film showing [...]
RESIST will be at the IdeenExpo - from 13 to 16 June (Thursday to Sunday) in Hall 9 at the MHH stand! Come and watch our VR film showing the infection process with herpes viruses and take part in our RESIST quiz! IdeenExo - Europe's largest youth event for [...]
As a guest in Glasgow
May 16, 2024
May 16, 2024
May 16, 2024
MHH President Prof. Manns and Prof. Palmarini, Director of the Centre for Virus Research (CVR) at the University of Glasgow, have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their collaboration [...]
MHH President Prof. Manns and Prof. Palmarini, Director of the Centre for Virus Research (CVR) at the University of Glasgow, have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their collaboration [...]
MHH President Prof. Manns and Prof. Palmarini, Director of the Centre for Virus Research (CVR) at the University of Glasgow, have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their collaboration in the field of viral infectious diseases and basic virology. The basis is the German-Scottish project "Hannover-Glasgow Infection Strategy" (HAGIS), [...]
“Women in RESIST” network – WiR – was launched
May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024
On 14 May, the "Women in RESIST" network - WiR - was launched with a kick-off event in the conference room at the MHH Lounge. This first meeting was [...]
On 14 May, the "Women in RESIST" network - WiR - was launched with a kick-off event in the conference room at the MHH Lounge. This first meeting was [...]
On 14 May, the "Women in RESIST" network - WiR - was launched with a kick-off event in the conference room at the MHH Lounge. This first meeting was moderated by networking expert Sonja de Vries. She also gave a keynote speech on the topic of networking. Over coffee [...]
Successful German Course
May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024
Motivation comes with ability – and with Mr Sieg: Mastering everyday life, coming into contact with people, understanding the culture – these are the reasons why Dr. Xiaoyu Zhang, [...]
Motivation comes with ability – and with Mr Sieg: Mastering everyday life, coming into contact with people, understanding the culture – these are the reasons why Dr. Xiaoyu Zhang, [...]
Motivation comes with ability – and with Mr Sieg: Mastering everyday life, coming into contact with people, understanding the culture – these are the reasons why Dr. Xiaoyu Zhang, Shruti Chopra and Ximena Leon Lara, who came to RESIST in Germany from China, India and Mexico, have been learning [...]
The Spring Newsletter is published
May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page 1. Join us in welcoming new scientists to our RESIST team (page 3) and read more about current research results [...]
Members’ meeting
April 23, 2024
April 23, 2024
April 23, 2024
The RESIST members' meeting on 17 April 2024 in Lecture Hall Q, which was attended by 30 members and in which 17 other members took part online, provided an [...]
The RESIST members' meeting on 17 April 2024 in Lecture Hall Q, which was attended by 30 members and in which 17 other members took part online, provided an [...]
The RESIST members' meeting on 17 April 2024 in Lecture Hall Q, which was attended by 30 members and in which 17 other members took part online, provided an opportunity to meet again, catch up and exchange ideas. Prof. Schulz warmly welcomed everyone at the beginning. Prof. Schulz then [...]
Welcome Prof. Dölken
April 21, 2024
April 21, 2024
April 21, 2024
We welcome Professor Dr. Lars Dölken as a new member of RESIST. The specialist in herpes viruses has been Director of the MHH Institute of Virology since 2 April [...]
We welcome Professor Dr. Lars Dölken as a new member of RESIST. The specialist in herpes viruses has been Director of the MHH Institute of Virology since 2 April [...]
We welcome Professor Dr. Lars Dölken as a new member of RESIST. The specialist in herpes viruses has been Director of the MHH Institute of Virology since 2 April 2024, succeeding Prof. Schulz, who has headed the institute since 2000. Prof Dölken has also been a member of the [...]
Visit by the Minister
April 2, 2024
April 2, 2024
April 2, 2024
The RESIST speaker trio was delighted to welcome a distinguished visitor: Falko Mohrs, Lower Saxony's Minister for Science and Culture, visited the MHH on 21 March to find out [...]
The RESIST speaker trio was delighted to welcome a distinguished visitor: Falko Mohrs, Lower Saxony's Minister for Science and Culture, visited the MHH on 21 March to find out [...]
The RESIST speaker trio was delighted to welcome a distinguished visitor: Falko Mohrs, Lower Saxony's Minister for Science and Culture, visited the MHH on 21 March to find out more about our Cluster of Excellence RESIST. Prof Manns received the Minister as well as Julia Streuer, Leon Schmalstieg and [...]
UniStem Day
March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024
At this year's UniStem Day on 22 March at the MHH, which was organised by RESIST Professor Lachmann, PD Dr. Ruth Olmer and Dr. Sylvia Merkert, 24 students were [...]
At this year's UniStem Day on 22 March at the MHH, which was organised by RESIST Professor Lachmann, PD Dr. Ruth Olmer and Dr. Sylvia Merkert, 24 students were [...]
At this year's UniStem Day on 22 March at the MHH, which was organised by RESIST Professor Lachmann, PD Dr. Ruth Olmer and Dr. Sylvia Merkert, 24 students were able to experience stem cell research first-hand. In the middle of the Easter holidays, they came to the MHH, where [...]
Meeting for the future
March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024
Meeting on 7 and 8 March at Wennigsen Monastery: RESIST members from the Executive Board and the RESIST-2 Steering Group as well as guests came together at Wennigsen Monastery [...]
Meeting on 7 and 8 March at Wennigsen Monastery: RESIST members from the Executive Board and the RESIST-2 Steering Group as well as guests came together at Wennigsen Monastery [...]
Meeting on 7 and 8 March at Wennigsen Monastery: RESIST members from the Executive Board and the RESIST-2 Steering Group as well as guests came together at Wennigsen Monastery to plan the further development of the cluster, as the proposal for continued funding of RESIST for the period from [...]
First graduation ceremony for the Master’s programme Biomedical Data Analysis
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
For the first time, two students graduated from the Master's programme Biomedical Data Analysis Dr. Adrian Schulz, who was visibly happy to be celebrated in Lecture Hall F (see [...]
For the first time, two students graduated from the Master's programme Biomedical Data Analysis Dr. Adrian Schulz, who was visibly happy to be celebrated in Lecture Hall F (see [...]
For the first time, two students graduated from the Master's programme Biomedical Data Analysis Dr. Adrian Schulz, who was visibly happy to be celebrated in Lecture Hall F (see photo), and Konstantin Büttner, who unfortunately could not be in Hanover at the time. Both were honoured at the joint [...]
RESIST with virtual reality at “aufhof”
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
On 7 February, RESIST was part of the "aufhof" when the MHH presented itself with numerous contributions in the former Galeria Kaufhof building at the Marktkirche in Hanover's city [...]
On 7 February, RESIST was part of the "aufhof" when the MHH presented itself with numerous contributions in the former Galeria Kaufhof building at the Marktkirche in Hanover's city [...]
On 7 February, RESIST was part of the "aufhof" when the MHH presented itself with numerous contributions in the former Galeria Kaufhof building at the Marktkirche in Hanover's city centre. A brand new, exciting virtual reality film on herpes virus infection was on show at the stand of our [...]
Welcome
January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024
Do I need a visa? Where can I live? What insurance do I need to take out? Numerous questions arise when you come to RESIST in Hannover from abroad [...]
Do I need a visa? Where can I live? What insurance do I need to take out? Numerous questions arise when you come to RESIST in Hannover from abroad [...]
Do I need a visa? Where can I live? What insurance do I need to take out? Numerous questions arise when you come to RESIST in Hannover from abroad to do research here. For a first introduction to many of these topics, there is now a lot of information [...]
Platform on immunodeficiencies
January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024
If people frequently have severe and protracted infections, an inborn error of immunity may be the cause. To date, almost 500 genes have been found that are associated with [...]
If people frequently have severe and protracted infections, an inborn error of immunity may be the cause. To date, almost 500 genes have been found that are associated with [...]
If people frequently have severe and protracted infections, an inborn error of immunity may be the cause. To date, almost 500 genes have been found that are associated with such immune deficiencies. However, there is as yet no publicly accessible platform containing comprehensive and up-to-date information on these genes, [...]
New ways to combat lung infections
January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024
Prof. Lachmann receives "ERC Proof of Concept Grant" from the EU for the further development of a novel immune cell therapy Treating bacterial pneumonia with healthy macrophages – that [...]
Prof. Lachmann receives "ERC Proof of Concept Grant" from the EU for the further development of a novel immune cell therapy Treating bacterial pneumonia with healthy macrophages – that [...]
Prof. Lachmann receives "ERC Proof of Concept Grant" from the EU for the further development of a novel immune cell therapy Treating bacterial pneumonia with healthy macrophages – that is the goal of the team led by Prof. Lachmann. The European Union (EU) has now awarded his "iMAClung" project, [...]
The Winter Newsletter is published
December 14, 2023
December 14, 2023
December 14, 2023
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page 1. Join us in welcoming new scientists to our RESIST team (page 3) and read more about current research results [...]
RESIST helps
December 11, 2023
December 11, 2023
December 11, 2023
Reconcile careers and children: Pursuing a scientific career at the same time as being pregnant and looking after children - that is very difficult. Female postdocs working in RESIST [...]
Reconcile careers and children: Pursuing a scientific career at the same time as being pregnant and looking after children - that is very difficult. Female postdocs working in RESIST [...]
Reconcile careers and children: Pursuing a scientific career at the same time as being pregnant and looking after children - that is very difficult. Female postdocs working in RESIST or associated with RESIST can get support by applying for co-financing of a technical assistant for up to twelve months. [...]
Welcome in RESIST
November 29, 2023
November 29, 2023
November 29, 2023
We welcome Prof. Dr. Nataliya Di Donato to RESIST. She is participating in project area A with her research on the following question: What genetic mechanisms underlie immunodeficiencies and [...]
We welcome Prof. Dr. Nataliya Di Donato to RESIST. She is participating in project area A with her research on the following question: What genetic mechanisms underlie immunodeficiencies and [...]
We welcome Prof. Dr. Nataliya Di Donato to RESIST. She is participating in project area A with her research on the following question: What genetic mechanisms underlie immunodeficiencies and thus susceptibility to infections? "Some syndromes caused by immunodeficiencies are found in less than 500 out of one million people, [...]
RESIST researchers highly regarded
November 16, 2023
November 16, 2023
November 16, 2023
RESIST members Prof. Li, Prof. McHardy and Prof. Werfel are among the most cited scientists in the world. This was the result of the latest analysis of scientific publications [...]
RESIST members Prof. Li, Prof. McHardy and Prof. Werfel are among the most cited scientists in the world. This was the result of the latest analysis of scientific publications [...]
RESIST members Prof. Li, Prof. McHardy and Prof. Werfel are among the most cited scientists in the world. This was the result of the latest analysis of scientific publications by Clarivate Analytics. The annual list of "Highly Cited Researchers" shows which publications in each discipline are among the one [...]
RESIST at school
November 15, 2023
November 15, 2023
November 15, 2023
As part of the LeibnizLAB at the University of Hanover, RESIST research inspires schoolchildren What infectious agents are there? How big are they? How do they spread from person [...]
As part of the LeibnizLAB at the University of Hanover, RESIST research inspires schoolchildren What infectious agents are there? How big are they? How do they spread from person [...]
As part of the LeibnizLAB at the University of Hanover, RESIST research inspires schoolchildren What infectious agents are there? How big are they? How do they spread from person to person? The first lecture of the LeibnizLAB of the University of Hanover on the subject of infection biology, which [...]
RESIST at the MHH’s Open Day
November 13, 2023
November 13, 2023
November 13, 2023
At the stand of our Cluster of Excellence RESIST at the MHH Open Day on Saturday, November 11, guests were able to rub their hands with a special disinfectant [...]
At the stand of our Cluster of Excellence RESIST at the MHH Open Day on Saturday, November 11, guests were able to rub their hands with a special disinfectant [...]
At the stand of our Cluster of Excellence RESIST at the MHH Open Day on Saturday, November 11, guests were able to rub their hands with a special disinfectant that fluoresces under black light and check for themselves how well they had done. They could also win a prize [...]
Help with the analysis of large data sets
November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023
RESIST research teams who are generating large volumes of data now can get help analyzing these complex biomedical data. That’s because Hanan Begali recently joined the RESIST team as [...]
RESIST research teams who are generating large volumes of data now can get help analyzing these complex biomedical data. That’s because Hanan Begali recently joined the RESIST team as [...]
RESIST research teams who are generating large volumes of data now can get help analyzing these complex biomedical data. That’s because Hanan Begali recently joined the RESIST team as a bioformatician, where she is mentored by Prof. Depledge, Prof. Lauber and Prof. Galardini in the RESIST Biomedical Data Analysis [...]
The second RESIST Satellite Symposium
October 17, 2023
October 17, 2023
October 17, 2023
This year's RESIST Satellite Symposium took place on October 5 at the Courtyard Hotel am Maschsee - as part of the international conference "Delta-Cure". This conference on hepatitis D [...]
This year's RESIST Satellite Symposium took place on October 5 at the Courtyard Hotel am Maschsee - as part of the international conference "Delta-Cure". This conference on hepatitis D [...]
This year's RESIST Satellite Symposium took place on October 5 at the Courtyard Hotel am Maschsee - as part of the international conference "Delta-Cure". This conference on hepatitis D virus infections was organized by the MHH Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Infectiology and Endocrinology under the direction of Prof. Wedemeyer. [...]
16th Mini Herpesvirus Workshop
October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023
More than 100 enthusiastic herpesvirus researchers from 33 institutions and six countries participated at the 16th Mini Herpesvirus Workshop, held for the first time at the MHH on September [...]
More than 100 enthusiastic herpesvirus researchers from 33 institutions and six countries participated at the 16th Mini Herpesvirus Workshop, held for the first time at the MHH on September [...]
More than 100 enthusiastic herpesvirus researchers from 33 institutions and six countries participated at the 16th Mini Herpesvirus Workshop, held for the first time at the MHH on September 29, 2023. This annual meeting was organized by Prof. Depledge and Prof. Viejo-Borbolla from the MHH Institute of Virology. The [...]
Kaposi’s sarcoma herpesvirus: researchers develop inhibitors
October 4, 2023
October 4, 2023
October 4, 2023
Herpes viruses usually remain in the body permanently: they nest in the cells and also manage to be transferred from the mother to the daughter cells during cell division. [...]
Herpes viruses usually remain in the body permanently: they nest in the cells and also manage to be transferred from the mother to the daughter cells during cell division. [...]
Herpes viruses usually remain in the body permanently: they nest in the cells and also manage to be transferred from the mother to the daughter cells during cell division. In the case of Kaposi's sarcoma herpesvirus (KSHV), a specific viral protein called LANA is essential for the process of [...]
Welcome in RESIST
September 26, 2023
September 26, 2023
September 26, 2023
As a new member of RESIST we welcome PD Dr. Sabine Pirr. Why are newborns and especially premature infants so susceptible to severe infections compared to older children or [...]
As a new member of RESIST we welcome PD Dr. Sabine Pirr. Why are newborns and especially premature infants so susceptible to severe infections compared to older children or [...]
As a new member of RESIST we welcome PD Dr. Sabine Pirr. Why are newborns and especially premature infants so susceptible to severe infections compared to older children or adults? PD Dr. Sabine Pirr is investigating this question. In particular, she is focusing on the role of breast milk [...]
RESIST visits CSSB
September 7, 2023
September 7, 2023
September 7, 2023
The team of the Center for Structural Systems Biology (CSSB) gave a warm welcome to seven RESIST members who came to visit on 29 August. First, the guests received [...]
The team of the Center for Structural Systems Biology (CSSB) gave a warm welcome to seven RESIST members who came to visit on 29 August. First, the guests received [...]
The team of the Center for Structural Systems Biology (CSSB) gave a warm welcome to seven RESIST members who came to visit on 29 August. First, the guests received general information about the center in the lecture hall from Prof. Kay Grünewald, the Scientific Director of the CSSB, who [...]
RESIST Summer Network Meeting
September 6, 2023
September 6, 2023
September 6, 2023
The 50 or so guests who came to this year's summer RESIST network meeting, which took place in and around TWINCORE on August 25, were lucky with the weather. [...]
The 50 or so guests who came to this year's summer RESIST network meeting, which took place in and around TWINCORE on August 25, were lucky with the weather. [...]
The 50 or so guests who came to this year's summer RESIST network meeting, which took place in and around TWINCORE on August 25, were lucky with the weather. Because shortly before it started in the afternoon, the sun replaced the rain and it shone until the evening. So [...]
RESIST supports LISA Summer School
August 28, 2023
August 28, 2023
August 28, 2023
The summer academy "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy in Infection and Immunology (LISA)" has started - with young students of life sciences and medicine (Bachelor / Master) from about [...]
The summer academy "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy in Infection and Immunology (LISA)" has started - with young students of life sciences and medicine (Bachelor / Master) from about [...]
The summer academy "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy in Infection and Immunology (LISA)" has started - with young students of life sciences and medicine (Bachelor / Master) from about 20 countries, who are aiming for a PhD in immunology or infection research. LISA includes lectures where lecturers present their [...]
How harmless turns dangerous
August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023
Prof. Galardini finds causes for bloodstream infections in the genes of bacteria. This will enable better diagnostics and vaccinations in the future. Escherichia coli bacteria live in the intestines [...]
Prof. Galardini finds causes for bloodstream infections in the genes of bacteria. This will enable better diagnostics and vaccinations in the future. Escherichia coli bacteria live in the intestines [...]
Prof. Galardini finds causes for bloodstream infections in the genes of bacteria. This will enable better diagnostics and vaccinations in the future. Escherichia coli bacteria live in the intestines of humans and play an important role there for normal intestinal function as well as for a functioning immune system. [...]
RESIST Bioinformatics Summer School
August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023
Bioinformatics is fascinating: It enables us to use computer-based methods to gain insights into biology and medicine – for example, to decode the human genome. In order to learn [...]
Bioinformatics is fascinating: It enables us to use computer-based methods to gain insights into biology and medicine – for example, to decode the human genome. In order to learn [...]
Bioinformatics is fascinating: It enables us to use computer-based methods to gain insights into biology and medicine – for example, to decode the human genome. In order to learn more about bioinformatics methods and working methods, 17 (post-) doctoral students and group leaders participated in the first "RESIST Bioinformatics [...]
Charles Thom Award for Prof. Müller
August 2, 2023
August 2, 2023
August 2, 2023
For his exceptional contributions to the scientific community, Prof. Dr. Rolf Müller received the prestigious Charles Thom Award from the Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology (SIMB). The award [...]
For his exceptional contributions to the scientific community, Prof. Dr. Rolf Müller received the prestigious Charles Thom Award from the Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology (SIMB). The award [...]
For his exceptional contributions to the scientific community, Prof. Dr. Rolf Müller received the prestigious Charles Thom Award from the Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology (SIMB). The award recognizes the remarkable scientific achievements of Prof. Müller, founding and scientific director of the Helmholtz Institute for Pharmaceutical Research Saarland [...]
Significant Changes
July 20, 2023
July 20, 2023
July 20, 2023
Artificial intelligence in scientific research: developments, challenges, future Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming scientific research: AI systems like AlphaFold, RoseTTAFold, and ESMfold have revolutionized protein structure prediction. Now large [...]
Artificial intelligence in scientific research: developments, challenges, future Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming scientific research: AI systems like AlphaFold, RoseTTAFold, and ESMfold have revolutionized protein structure prediction. Now large [...]
Artificial intelligence in scientific research: developments, challenges, future Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming scientific research: AI systems like AlphaFold, RoseTTAFold, and ESMfold have revolutionized protein structure prediction. Now large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are democratizing scientific writing and coding. However, AI use might raise ethical concerns, including potential [...]
Faster response to new virus variants
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
Researchers have developed a new method that can be used to quickly and reliably detect mutations responsible for immune escape. Image source: Robert Koch Institute
Researchers have developed a new method that can be used to quickly and reliably detect mutations responsible for immune escape. Image source: Robert Koch Institute
Researchers have developed a new method that can be used to quickly and reliably detect mutations responsible for immune escape. Image source: Robert Koch Institute
A warm welcome
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
We are delighted to welcome our new member Prof. Penninger. He specialises in the interactions between hosts and pathogens and uses organoids - three-dimensional models that mimic human organs.
We are delighted to welcome our new member Prof. Penninger. He specialises in the interactions between hosts and pathogens and uses organoids - three-dimensional models that mimic human organs.
We are delighted to welcome our new member Prof. Penninger. He specialises in the interactions between hosts and pathogens and uses organoids - three-dimensional models that mimic human organs.
ERC grant for Prof. Yang Li
January 29, 2025
January 29, 2025
January 29, 2025
RESIST researcher receives funding from the European Research Council. She is developing a diagnostic test to improve the effectiveness of flu vaccines.
RESIST researcher receives funding from the European Research Council. She is developing a diagnostic test to improve the effectiveness of flu vaccines.
RESIST researcher receives funding from the European Research Council. She is developing a diagnostic test to improve the effectiveness of flu vaccines.
Treating infections beyond antibiotics
January 28, 2025
January 28, 2025
January 28, 2025
The enzyme CYLD impairs macrophages insofar as they are less able to control bacteria. Image source: Robert Koch Institute. Image Source: Robert Koch Institute
The enzyme CYLD impairs macrophages insofar as they are less able to control bacteria. Image source: Robert Koch Institute. Image Source: Robert Koch Institute
The enzyme CYLD impairs macrophages insofar as they are less able to control bacteria. Image source: Robert Koch Institute. Image Source: Robert Koch Institute
RESIST is now on Bluesky
January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025
RESIST is switching from social media platform ‘X’ to social media platform ‘Bluesky’.
RESIST is switching from social media platform ‘X’ to social media platform ‘Bluesky’.
RESIST is switching from social media platform ‘X’ to social media platform ‘Bluesky’.
Vaccine research: New hope in the fight against hepatitis C
December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024
Prof. Krey and his team published a study on an innovative vaccine design against the hepatitis C virus.
Prof. Krey and his team published a study on an innovative vaccine design against the hepatitis C virus.
Prof. Krey and his team published a study on an innovative vaccine design against the hepatitis C virus.
Viral Protein Prediction
December 2, 2024
December 2, 2024
December 2, 2024
The Bosse Group at CSSB has developed a structure prediction database covering the proteomes of all human Herpesviruses.
The Bosse Group at CSSB has developed a structure prediction database covering the proteomes of all human Herpesviruses.
The Bosse Group at CSSB has developed a structure prediction database covering the proteomes of all human Herpesviruses.
Master’s programme: Start of the new year
October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024
This winter semester is the start of the fourth year of the master's programme in biomedical data science.
This winter semester is the start of the fourth year of the master's programme in biomedical data science.
This winter semester is the start of the fourth year of the master's programme in biomedical data science.
Successful symposium
October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024
"Microbes – Connecting Environment and Health" - the unique congress of the three infection research clusters at the Futurium in Berlin
"Microbes – Connecting Environment and Health" - the unique congress of the three infection research clusters at the Futurium in Berlin
"Microbes – Connecting Environment and Health" - the unique congress of the three infection research clusters at the Futurium in Berlin
Ita-Askonas Prize for Prof. Ravens
September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024
Professor Dr Sarina Ravens received the Ita-Askonas Prize 2024 of the European Federation of Immunologicial Societies (EFIS).
Professor Dr Sarina Ravens received the Ita-Askonas Prize 2024 of the European Federation of Immunologicial Societies (EFIS).
Professor Dr Sarina Ravens received the Ita-Askonas Prize 2024 of the European Federation of Immunologicial Societies (EFIS).
More than the sum of the parts
August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Turning the enemy into a friend
July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Linux and Leine
July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024
At the Bioinformatics Summer School, participants were able to learn how to process and visualise data in order to gain new insights into biology and medicine.
At the Bioinformatics Summer School, participants were able to learn how to process and visualise data in order to gain new insights into biology and medicine.
At the Bioinformatics Summer School, participants were able to learn how to process and visualise data in order to gain new insights into biology and medicine.
Welcome
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
We are delighted to welcome our new RESIST member Prof Dr Yannic Bartsch. The immunologist heads the junior research group "Antiviral Antibody Omics" at TWINCORE.
We are delighted to welcome our new RESIST member Prof Dr Yannic Bartsch. The immunologist heads the junior research group "Antiviral Antibody Omics" at TWINCORE.
We are delighted to welcome our new RESIST member Prof Dr Yannic Bartsch. The immunologist heads the junior research group "Antiviral Antibody Omics" at TWINCORE.
IdeenExpo: RESIST inspires guests
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Several hundred visitors watched our VR film on the infection process at the Ideas Expo and were impressed.
Several hundred visitors watched our VR film on the infection process at the Ideas Expo and were impressed.
Several hundred visitors watched our VR film on the infection process at the Ideas Expo and were impressed.
Herpes infections in atopic dermatitis
June 3, 2024
June 3, 2024
June 3, 2024
Newly funded: Research project on defence against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. Study participants with neurodermatitis and severe herpes infection wanted.
Newly funded: Research project on defence against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. Study participants with neurodermatitis and severe herpes infection wanted.
Newly funded: Research project on defence against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. Study participants with neurodermatitis and severe herpes infection wanted.
RESIST is at the IdeenExpo
May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024
RESIST will be at the IdeenExpo - from 13 to 16 June (Thursday to Sunday) in Hall 9 at the MHH stand! Come and watch our VR film showing [...]
RESIST will be at the IdeenExpo - from 13 to 16 June (Thursday to Sunday) in Hall 9 at the MHH stand! Come and watch our VR film showing [...]
RESIST will be at the IdeenExpo - from 13 to 16 June (Thursday to Sunday) in Hall 9 at the MHH stand! Come and watch our VR film showing the infection process with herpes viruses and take part in our RESIST quiz! IdeenExo - Europe's largest youth event for [...]
As a guest in Glasgow
May 16, 2024
May 16, 2024
May 16, 2024
MHH President Prof. Manns and Prof. Palmarini, Director of the Centre for Virus Research (CVR) at the University of Glasgow, have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their collaboration [...]
MHH President Prof. Manns and Prof. Palmarini, Director of the Centre for Virus Research (CVR) at the University of Glasgow, have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their collaboration [...]
MHH President Prof. Manns and Prof. Palmarini, Director of the Centre for Virus Research (CVR) at the University of Glasgow, have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their collaboration in the field of viral infectious diseases and basic virology. The basis is the German-Scottish project "Hannover-Glasgow Infection Strategy" (HAGIS), [...]
“Women in RESIST” network – WiR – was launched
May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024
On 14 May, the "Women in RESIST" network - WiR - was launched with a kick-off event in the conference room at the MHH Lounge. This first meeting was [...]
On 14 May, the "Women in RESIST" network - WiR - was launched with a kick-off event in the conference room at the MHH Lounge. This first meeting was [...]
On 14 May, the "Women in RESIST" network - WiR - was launched with a kick-off event in the conference room at the MHH Lounge. This first meeting was moderated by networking expert Sonja de Vries. She also gave a keynote speech on the topic of networking. Over coffee [...]
Successful German Course
May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024
Motivation comes with ability – and with Mr Sieg: Mastering everyday life, coming into contact with people, understanding the culture – these are the reasons why Dr. Xiaoyu Zhang, [...]
Motivation comes with ability – and with Mr Sieg: Mastering everyday life, coming into contact with people, understanding the culture – these are the reasons why Dr. Xiaoyu Zhang, [...]
Motivation comes with ability – and with Mr Sieg: Mastering everyday life, coming into contact with people, understanding the culture – these are the reasons why Dr. Xiaoyu Zhang, Shruti Chopra and Ximena Leon Lara, who came to RESIST in Germany from China, India and Mexico, have been learning [...]
The Spring Newsletter is published
May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page 1. Join us in welcoming new scientists to our RESIST team (page 3) and read more about current research results [...]
Members’ meeting
April 23, 2024
April 23, 2024
April 23, 2024
The RESIST members' meeting on 17 April 2024 in Lecture Hall Q, which was attended by 30 members and in which 17 other members took part online, provided an [...]
The RESIST members' meeting on 17 April 2024 in Lecture Hall Q, which was attended by 30 members and in which 17 other members took part online, provided an [...]
The RESIST members' meeting on 17 April 2024 in Lecture Hall Q, which was attended by 30 members and in which 17 other members took part online, provided an opportunity to meet again, catch up and exchange ideas. Prof. Schulz warmly welcomed everyone at the beginning. Prof. Schulz then [...]
Welcome Prof. Dölken
April 21, 2024
April 21, 2024
April 21, 2024
We welcome Professor Dr. Lars Dölken as a new member of RESIST. The specialist in herpes viruses has been Director of the MHH Institute of Virology since 2 April [...]
We welcome Professor Dr. Lars Dölken as a new member of RESIST. The specialist in herpes viruses has been Director of the MHH Institute of Virology since 2 April [...]
We welcome Professor Dr. Lars Dölken as a new member of RESIST. The specialist in herpes viruses has been Director of the MHH Institute of Virology since 2 April 2024, succeeding Prof. Schulz, who has headed the institute since 2000. Prof Dölken has also been a member of the [...]
Visit by the Minister
April 2, 2024
April 2, 2024
April 2, 2024
The RESIST speaker trio was delighted to welcome a distinguished visitor: Falko Mohrs, Lower Saxony's Minister for Science and Culture, visited the MHH on 21 March to find out [...]
The RESIST speaker trio was delighted to welcome a distinguished visitor: Falko Mohrs, Lower Saxony's Minister for Science and Culture, visited the MHH on 21 March to find out [...]
The RESIST speaker trio was delighted to welcome a distinguished visitor: Falko Mohrs, Lower Saxony's Minister for Science and Culture, visited the MHH on 21 March to find out more about our Cluster of Excellence RESIST. Prof Manns received the Minister as well as Julia Streuer, Leon Schmalstieg and [...]
UniStem Day
March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024
At this year's UniStem Day on 22 March at the MHH, which was organised by RESIST Professor Lachmann, PD Dr. Ruth Olmer and Dr. Sylvia Merkert, 24 students were [...]
At this year's UniStem Day on 22 March at the MHH, which was organised by RESIST Professor Lachmann, PD Dr. Ruth Olmer and Dr. Sylvia Merkert, 24 students were [...]
At this year's UniStem Day on 22 March at the MHH, which was organised by RESIST Professor Lachmann, PD Dr. Ruth Olmer and Dr. Sylvia Merkert, 24 students were able to experience stem cell research first-hand. In the middle of the Easter holidays, they came to the MHH, where [...]
Meeting for the future
March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024
Meeting on 7 and 8 March at Wennigsen Monastery: RESIST members from the Executive Board and the RESIST-2 Steering Group as well as guests came together at Wennigsen Monastery [...]
Meeting on 7 and 8 March at Wennigsen Monastery: RESIST members from the Executive Board and the RESIST-2 Steering Group as well as guests came together at Wennigsen Monastery [...]
Meeting on 7 and 8 March at Wennigsen Monastery: RESIST members from the Executive Board and the RESIST-2 Steering Group as well as guests came together at Wennigsen Monastery to plan the further development of the cluster, as the proposal for continued funding of RESIST for the period from [...]
First graduation ceremony for the Master’s programme Biomedical Data Analysis
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
For the first time, two students graduated from the Master's programme Biomedical Data Analysis Dr. Adrian Schulz, who was visibly happy to be celebrated in Lecture Hall F (see [...]
For the first time, two students graduated from the Master's programme Biomedical Data Analysis Dr. Adrian Schulz, who was visibly happy to be celebrated in Lecture Hall F (see [...]
For the first time, two students graduated from the Master's programme Biomedical Data Analysis Dr. Adrian Schulz, who was visibly happy to be celebrated in Lecture Hall F (see photo), and Konstantin Büttner, who unfortunately could not be in Hanover at the time. Both were honoured at the joint [...]
RESIST with virtual reality at “aufhof”
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
On 7 February, RESIST was part of the "aufhof" when the MHH presented itself with numerous contributions in the former Galeria Kaufhof building at the Marktkirche in Hanover's city [...]
On 7 February, RESIST was part of the "aufhof" when the MHH presented itself with numerous contributions in the former Galeria Kaufhof building at the Marktkirche in Hanover's city [...]
On 7 February, RESIST was part of the "aufhof" when the MHH presented itself with numerous contributions in the former Galeria Kaufhof building at the Marktkirche in Hanover's city centre. A brand new, exciting virtual reality film on herpes virus infection was on show at the stand of our [...]
Welcome
January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024
Do I need a visa? Where can I live? What insurance do I need to take out? Numerous questions arise when you come to RESIST in Hannover from abroad [...]
Do I need a visa? Where can I live? What insurance do I need to take out? Numerous questions arise when you come to RESIST in Hannover from abroad [...]
Do I need a visa? Where can I live? What insurance do I need to take out? Numerous questions arise when you come to RESIST in Hannover from abroad to do research here. For a first introduction to many of these topics, there is now a lot of information [...]
Platform on immunodeficiencies
January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024
If people frequently have severe and protracted infections, an inborn error of immunity may be the cause. To date, almost 500 genes have been found that are associated with [...]
If people frequently have severe and protracted infections, an inborn error of immunity may be the cause. To date, almost 500 genes have been found that are associated with [...]
If people frequently have severe and protracted infections, an inborn error of immunity may be the cause. To date, almost 500 genes have been found that are associated with such immune deficiencies. However, there is as yet no publicly accessible platform containing comprehensive and up-to-date information on these genes, [...]
New ways to combat lung infections
January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024
Prof. Lachmann receives "ERC Proof of Concept Grant" from the EU for the further development of a novel immune cell therapy Treating bacterial pneumonia with healthy macrophages – that [...]
Prof. Lachmann receives "ERC Proof of Concept Grant" from the EU for the further development of a novel immune cell therapy Treating bacterial pneumonia with healthy macrophages – that [...]
Prof. Lachmann receives "ERC Proof of Concept Grant" from the EU for the further development of a novel immune cell therapy Treating bacterial pneumonia with healthy macrophages – that is the goal of the team led by Prof. Lachmann. The European Union (EU) has now awarded his "iMAClung" project, [...]
The Winter Newsletter is published
December 14, 2023
December 14, 2023
December 14, 2023
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page 1. Join us in welcoming new scientists to our RESIST team (page 3) and read more about current research results [...]
RESIST helps
December 11, 2023
December 11, 2023
December 11, 2023
Reconcile careers and children: Pursuing a scientific career at the same time as being pregnant and looking after children - that is very difficult. Female postdocs working in RESIST [...]
Reconcile careers and children: Pursuing a scientific career at the same time as being pregnant and looking after children - that is very difficult. Female postdocs working in RESIST [...]
Reconcile careers and children: Pursuing a scientific career at the same time as being pregnant and looking after children - that is very difficult. Female postdocs working in RESIST or associated with RESIST can get support by applying for co-financing of a technical assistant for up to twelve months. [...]
Welcome in RESIST
November 29, 2023
November 29, 2023
November 29, 2023
We welcome Prof. Dr. Nataliya Di Donato to RESIST. She is participating in project area A with her research on the following question: What genetic mechanisms underlie immunodeficiencies and [...]
We welcome Prof. Dr. Nataliya Di Donato to RESIST. She is participating in project area A with her research on the following question: What genetic mechanisms underlie immunodeficiencies and [...]
We welcome Prof. Dr. Nataliya Di Donato to RESIST. She is participating in project area A with her research on the following question: What genetic mechanisms underlie immunodeficiencies and thus susceptibility to infections? "Some syndromes caused by immunodeficiencies are found in less than 500 out of one million people, [...]
RESIST researchers highly regarded
November 16, 2023
November 16, 2023
November 16, 2023
RESIST members Prof. Li, Prof. McHardy and Prof. Werfel are among the most cited scientists in the world. This was the result of the latest analysis of scientific publications [...]
RESIST members Prof. Li, Prof. McHardy and Prof. Werfel are among the most cited scientists in the world. This was the result of the latest analysis of scientific publications [...]
RESIST members Prof. Li, Prof. McHardy and Prof. Werfel are among the most cited scientists in the world. This was the result of the latest analysis of scientific publications by Clarivate Analytics. The annual list of "Highly Cited Researchers" shows which publications in each discipline are among the one [...]
RESIST at school
November 15, 2023
November 15, 2023
November 15, 2023
As part of the LeibnizLAB at the University of Hanover, RESIST research inspires schoolchildren What infectious agents are there? How big are they? How do they spread from person [...]
As part of the LeibnizLAB at the University of Hanover, RESIST research inspires schoolchildren What infectious agents are there? How big are they? How do they spread from person [...]
As part of the LeibnizLAB at the University of Hanover, RESIST research inspires schoolchildren What infectious agents are there? How big are they? How do they spread from person to person? The first lecture of the LeibnizLAB of the University of Hanover on the subject of infection biology, which [...]
RESIST at the MHH’s Open Day
November 13, 2023
November 13, 2023
November 13, 2023
At the stand of our Cluster of Excellence RESIST at the MHH Open Day on Saturday, November 11, guests were able to rub their hands with a special disinfectant [...]
At the stand of our Cluster of Excellence RESIST at the MHH Open Day on Saturday, November 11, guests were able to rub their hands with a special disinfectant [...]
At the stand of our Cluster of Excellence RESIST at the MHH Open Day on Saturday, November 11, guests were able to rub their hands with a special disinfectant that fluoresces under black light and check for themselves how well they had done. They could also win a prize [...]
Help with the analysis of large data sets
November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023
RESIST research teams who are generating large volumes of data now can get help analyzing these complex biomedical data. That’s because Hanan Begali recently joined the RESIST team as [...]
RESIST research teams who are generating large volumes of data now can get help analyzing these complex biomedical data. That’s because Hanan Begali recently joined the RESIST team as [...]
RESIST research teams who are generating large volumes of data now can get help analyzing these complex biomedical data. That’s because Hanan Begali recently joined the RESIST team as a bioformatician, where she is mentored by Prof. Depledge, Prof. Lauber and Prof. Galardini in the RESIST Biomedical Data Analysis [...]
The second RESIST Satellite Symposium
October 17, 2023
October 17, 2023
October 17, 2023
This year's RESIST Satellite Symposium took place on October 5 at the Courtyard Hotel am Maschsee - as part of the international conference "Delta-Cure". This conference on hepatitis D [...]
This year's RESIST Satellite Symposium took place on October 5 at the Courtyard Hotel am Maschsee - as part of the international conference "Delta-Cure". This conference on hepatitis D [...]
This year's RESIST Satellite Symposium took place on October 5 at the Courtyard Hotel am Maschsee - as part of the international conference "Delta-Cure". This conference on hepatitis D virus infections was organized by the MHH Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Infectiology and Endocrinology under the direction of Prof. Wedemeyer. [...]
16th Mini Herpesvirus Workshop
October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023
More than 100 enthusiastic herpesvirus researchers from 33 institutions and six countries participated at the 16th Mini Herpesvirus Workshop, held for the first time at the MHH on September [...]
More than 100 enthusiastic herpesvirus researchers from 33 institutions and six countries participated at the 16th Mini Herpesvirus Workshop, held for the first time at the MHH on September [...]
More than 100 enthusiastic herpesvirus researchers from 33 institutions and six countries participated at the 16th Mini Herpesvirus Workshop, held for the first time at the MHH on September 29, 2023. This annual meeting was organized by Prof. Depledge and Prof. Viejo-Borbolla from the MHH Institute of Virology. The [...]
Kaposi’s sarcoma herpesvirus: researchers develop inhibitors
October 4, 2023
October 4, 2023
October 4, 2023
Herpes viruses usually remain in the body permanently: they nest in the cells and also manage to be transferred from the mother to the daughter cells during cell division. [...]
Herpes viruses usually remain in the body permanently: they nest in the cells and also manage to be transferred from the mother to the daughter cells during cell division. [...]
Herpes viruses usually remain in the body permanently: they nest in the cells and also manage to be transferred from the mother to the daughter cells during cell division. In the case of Kaposi's sarcoma herpesvirus (KSHV), a specific viral protein called LANA is essential for the process of [...]
Welcome in RESIST
September 26, 2023
September 26, 2023
September 26, 2023
As a new member of RESIST we welcome PD Dr. Sabine Pirr. Why are newborns and especially premature infants so susceptible to severe infections compared to older children or [...]
As a new member of RESIST we welcome PD Dr. Sabine Pirr. Why are newborns and especially premature infants so susceptible to severe infections compared to older children or [...]
As a new member of RESIST we welcome PD Dr. Sabine Pirr. Why are newborns and especially premature infants so susceptible to severe infections compared to older children or adults? PD Dr. Sabine Pirr is investigating this question. In particular, she is focusing on the role of breast milk [...]
RESIST visits CSSB
September 7, 2023
September 7, 2023
September 7, 2023
The team of the Center for Structural Systems Biology (CSSB) gave a warm welcome to seven RESIST members who came to visit on 29 August. First, the guests received [...]
The team of the Center for Structural Systems Biology (CSSB) gave a warm welcome to seven RESIST members who came to visit on 29 August. First, the guests received [...]
The team of the Center for Structural Systems Biology (CSSB) gave a warm welcome to seven RESIST members who came to visit on 29 August. First, the guests received general information about the center in the lecture hall from Prof. Kay Grünewald, the Scientific Director of the CSSB, who [...]
RESIST Summer Network Meeting
September 6, 2023
September 6, 2023
September 6, 2023
The 50 or so guests who came to this year's summer RESIST network meeting, which took place in and around TWINCORE on August 25, were lucky with the weather. [...]
The 50 or so guests who came to this year's summer RESIST network meeting, which took place in and around TWINCORE on August 25, were lucky with the weather. [...]
The 50 or so guests who came to this year's summer RESIST network meeting, which took place in and around TWINCORE on August 25, were lucky with the weather. Because shortly before it started in the afternoon, the sun replaced the rain and it shone until the evening. So [...]
RESIST supports LISA Summer School
August 28, 2023
August 28, 2023
August 28, 2023
The summer academy "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy in Infection and Immunology (LISA)" has started - with young students of life sciences and medicine (Bachelor / Master) from about [...]
The summer academy "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy in Infection and Immunology (LISA)" has started - with young students of life sciences and medicine (Bachelor / Master) from about [...]
The summer academy "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy in Infection and Immunology (LISA)" has started - with young students of life sciences and medicine (Bachelor / Master) from about 20 countries, who are aiming for a PhD in immunology or infection research. LISA includes lectures where lecturers present their [...]
How harmless turns dangerous
August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023
Prof. Galardini finds causes for bloodstream infections in the genes of bacteria. This will enable better diagnostics and vaccinations in the future. Escherichia coli bacteria live in the intestines [...]
Prof. Galardini finds causes for bloodstream infections in the genes of bacteria. This will enable better diagnostics and vaccinations in the future. Escherichia coli bacteria live in the intestines [...]
Prof. Galardini finds causes for bloodstream infections in the genes of bacteria. This will enable better diagnostics and vaccinations in the future. Escherichia coli bacteria live in the intestines of humans and play an important role there for normal intestinal function as well as for a functioning immune system. [...]
RESIST Bioinformatics Summer School
August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023
August 9, 2023
Bioinformatics is fascinating: It enables us to use computer-based methods to gain insights into biology and medicine – for example, to decode the human genome. In order to learn [...]
Bioinformatics is fascinating: It enables us to use computer-based methods to gain insights into biology and medicine – for example, to decode the human genome. In order to learn [...]
Bioinformatics is fascinating: It enables us to use computer-based methods to gain insights into biology and medicine – for example, to decode the human genome. In order to learn more about bioinformatics methods and working methods, 17 (post-) doctoral students and group leaders participated in the first "RESIST Bioinformatics [...]
Charles Thom Award for Prof. Müller
August 2, 2023
August 2, 2023
August 2, 2023
For his exceptional contributions to the scientific community, Prof. Dr. Rolf Müller received the prestigious Charles Thom Award from the Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology (SIMB). The award [...]
For his exceptional contributions to the scientific community, Prof. Dr. Rolf Müller received the prestigious Charles Thom Award from the Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology (SIMB). The award [...]
For his exceptional contributions to the scientific community, Prof. Dr. Rolf Müller received the prestigious Charles Thom Award from the Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology (SIMB). The award recognizes the remarkable scientific achievements of Prof. Müller, founding and scientific director of the Helmholtz Institute for Pharmaceutical Research Saarland [...]
Significant Changes
July 20, 2023
July 20, 2023
July 20, 2023
Artificial intelligence in scientific research: developments, challenges, future Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming scientific research: AI systems like AlphaFold, RoseTTAFold, and ESMfold have revolutionized protein structure prediction. Now large [...]
Artificial intelligence in scientific research: developments, challenges, future Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming scientific research: AI systems like AlphaFold, RoseTTAFold, and ESMfold have revolutionized protein structure prediction. Now large [...]
Artificial intelligence in scientific research: developments, challenges, future Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming scientific research: AI systems like AlphaFold, RoseTTAFold, and ESMfold have revolutionized protein structure prediction. Now large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are democratizing scientific writing and coding. However, AI use might raise ethical concerns, including potential [...]
Faster response to new virus variants
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
Researchers have developed a new method that can be used to quickly and reliably detect mutations responsible for immune escape. Image source: Robert Koch Institute
Researchers have developed a new method that can be used to quickly and reliably detect mutations responsible for immune escape. Image source: Robert Koch Institute
Researchers have developed a new method that can be used to quickly and reliably detect mutations responsible for immune escape. Image source: Robert Koch Institute
A warm welcome
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
January 30, 2025
We are delighted to welcome our new member Prof. Penninger. He specialises in the interactions between hosts and pathogens and uses organoids - three-dimensional models that mimic human organs.
We are delighted to welcome our new member Prof. Penninger. He specialises in the interactions between hosts and pathogens and uses organoids - three-dimensional models that mimic human organs.
We are delighted to welcome our new member Prof. Penninger. He specialises in the interactions between hosts and pathogens and uses organoids - three-dimensional models that mimic human organs.
ERC grant for Prof. Yang Li
January 29, 2025
January 29, 2025
January 29, 2025
RESIST researcher receives funding from the European Research Council. She is developing a diagnostic test to improve the effectiveness of flu vaccines.
RESIST researcher receives funding from the European Research Council. She is developing a diagnostic test to improve the effectiveness of flu vaccines.
RESIST researcher receives funding from the European Research Council. She is developing a diagnostic test to improve the effectiveness of flu vaccines.
Treating infections beyond antibiotics
January 28, 2025
January 28, 2025
January 28, 2025
The enzyme CYLD impairs macrophages insofar as they are less able to control bacteria. Image source: Robert Koch Institute. Image Source: Robert Koch Institute
The enzyme CYLD impairs macrophages insofar as they are less able to control bacteria. Image source: Robert Koch Institute. Image Source: Robert Koch Institute
The enzyme CYLD impairs macrophages insofar as they are less able to control bacteria. Image source: Robert Koch Institute. Image Source: Robert Koch Institute
RESIST is now on Bluesky
January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025
RESIST is switching from social media platform ‘X’ to social media platform ‘Bluesky’.
RESIST is switching from social media platform ‘X’ to social media platform ‘Bluesky’.
RESIST is switching from social media platform ‘X’ to social media platform ‘Bluesky’.
Vaccine research: New hope in the fight against hepatitis C
December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024
Prof. Krey and his team published a study on an innovative vaccine design against the hepatitis C virus.
Prof. Krey and his team published a study on an innovative vaccine design against the hepatitis C virus.
Prof. Krey and his team published a study on an innovative vaccine design against the hepatitis C virus.
Viral Protein Prediction
December 2, 2024
December 2, 2024
December 2, 2024
The Bosse Group at CSSB has developed a structure prediction database covering the proteomes of all human Herpesviruses.
The Bosse Group at CSSB has developed a structure prediction database covering the proteomes of all human Herpesviruses.
The Bosse Group at CSSB has developed a structure prediction database covering the proteomes of all human Herpesviruses.
Master’s programme: Start of the new year
October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024
This winter semester is the start of the fourth year of the master's programme in biomedical data science.
This winter semester is the start of the fourth year of the master's programme in biomedical data science.
This winter semester is the start of the fourth year of the master's programme in biomedical data science.
Successful symposium
October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024
October 3, 2024
"Microbes – Connecting Environment and Health" - the unique congress of the three infection research clusters at the Futurium in Berlin
"Microbes – Connecting Environment and Health" - the unique congress of the three infection research clusters at the Futurium in Berlin
"Microbes – Connecting Environment and Health" - the unique congress of the three infection research clusters at the Futurium in Berlin
Ita-Askonas Prize for Prof. Ravens
September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024
Professor Dr Sarina Ravens received the Ita-Askonas Prize 2024 of the European Federation of Immunologicial Societies (EFIS).
Professor Dr Sarina Ravens received the Ita-Askonas Prize 2024 of the European Federation of Immunologicial Societies (EFIS).
Professor Dr Sarina Ravens received the Ita-Askonas Prize 2024 of the European Federation of Immunologicial Societies (EFIS).
More than the sum of the parts
August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Turning the enemy into a friend
July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Sounds paradoxical: varicella zoster virus spreads better in the body by enhancing an immune defence mechanism
Linux and Leine
July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024
At the Bioinformatics Summer School, participants were able to learn how to process and visualise data in order to gain new insights into biology and medicine.
At the Bioinformatics Summer School, participants were able to learn how to process and visualise data in order to gain new insights into biology and medicine.
At the Bioinformatics Summer School, participants were able to learn how to process and visualise data in order to gain new insights into biology and medicine.
Welcome
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
We are delighted to welcome our new RESIST member Prof Dr Yannic Bartsch. The immunologist heads the junior research group "Antiviral Antibody Omics" at TWINCORE.
We are delighted to welcome our new RESIST member Prof Dr Yannic Bartsch. The immunologist heads the junior research group "Antiviral Antibody Omics" at TWINCORE.
We are delighted to welcome our new RESIST member Prof Dr Yannic Bartsch. The immunologist heads the junior research group "Antiviral Antibody Omics" at TWINCORE.
IdeenExpo: RESIST inspires guests
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024
Several hundred visitors watched our VR film on the infection process at the Ideas Expo and were impressed.
Several hundred visitors watched our VR film on the infection process at the Ideas Expo and were impressed.
Several hundred visitors watched our VR film on the infection process at the Ideas Expo and were impressed.
Herpes infections in atopic dermatitis
June 3, 2024
June 3, 2024
June 3, 2024
Newly funded: Research project on defence against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. Study participants with neurodermatitis and severe herpes infection wanted.
Newly funded: Research project on defence against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. Study participants with neurodermatitis and severe herpes infection wanted.
Newly funded: Research project on defence against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. Study participants with neurodermatitis and severe herpes infection wanted.
RESIST is at the IdeenExpo
May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024
May 24, 2024
RESIST will be at the IdeenExpo - from 13 to 16 June (Thursday to Sunday) in Hall 9 at the MHH stand! Come and watch our VR film showing [...]
RESIST will be at the IdeenExpo - from 13 to 16 June (Thursday to Sunday) in Hall 9 at the MHH stand! Come and watch our VR film showing [...]
RESIST will be at the IdeenExpo - from 13 to 16 June (Thursday to Sunday) in Hall 9 at the MHH stand! Come and watch our VR film showing the infection process with herpes viruses and take part in our RESIST quiz! IdeenExo - Europe's largest youth event for [...]
As a guest in Glasgow
May 16, 2024
May 16, 2024
May 16, 2024
MHH President Prof. Manns and Prof. Palmarini, Director of the Centre for Virus Research (CVR) at the University of Glasgow, have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their collaboration [...]
MHH President Prof. Manns and Prof. Palmarini, Director of the Centre for Virus Research (CVR) at the University of Glasgow, have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their collaboration [...]
MHH President Prof. Manns and Prof. Palmarini, Director of the Centre for Virus Research (CVR) at the University of Glasgow, have signed a joint declaration to strengthen their collaboration in the field of viral infectious diseases and basic virology. The basis is the German-Scottish project "Hannover-Glasgow Infection Strategy" (HAGIS), [...]
“Women in RESIST” network – WiR – was launched
May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024
On 14 May, the "Women in RESIST" network - WiR - was launched with a kick-off event in the conference room at the MHH Lounge. This first meeting was [...]
On 14 May, the "Women in RESIST" network - WiR - was launched with a kick-off event in the conference room at the MHH Lounge. This first meeting was [...]
On 14 May, the "Women in RESIST" network - WiR - was launched with a kick-off event in the conference room at the MHH Lounge. This first meeting was moderated by networking expert Sonja de Vries. She also gave a keynote speech on the topic of networking. Over coffee [...]
Successful German Course
May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024
Motivation comes with ability – and with Mr Sieg: Mastering everyday life, coming into contact with people, understanding the culture – these are the reasons why Dr. Xiaoyu Zhang, [...]
Motivation comes with ability – and with Mr Sieg: Mastering everyday life, coming into contact with people, understanding the culture – these are the reasons why Dr. Xiaoyu Zhang, [...]
Motivation comes with ability – and with Mr Sieg: Mastering everyday life, coming into contact with people, understanding the culture – these are the reasons why Dr. Xiaoyu Zhang, Shruti Chopra and Ximena Leon Lara, who came to RESIST in Germany from China, India and Mexico, have been learning [...]
The Spring Newsletter is published
May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page [...]
Here is the Winter RESIST Newsletter! Enthusiasm, perseverance and brilliant ideas for the coming period - this is what Prof. Schulz wishes all readers of our newsletter on page 1. Join us in welcoming new scientists to our RESIST team (page 3) and read more about current research results [...]
Members’ meeting
April 23, 2024
April 23, 2024
April 23, 2024
The RESIST members' meeting on 17 April 2024 in Lecture Hall Q, which was attended by 30 members and in which 17 other members took part online, provided an [...]
The RESIST members' meeting on 17 April 2024 in Lecture Hall Q, which was attended by 30 members and in which 17 other members took part online, provided an [...]
The RESIST members' meeting on 17 April 2024 in Lecture Hall Q, which was attended by 30 members and in which 17 other members took part online, provided an opportunity to meet again, catch up and exchange ideas. Prof. Schulz warmly welcomed everyone at the beginning. Prof. Schulz then [...]
Welcome Prof. Dölken
April 21, 2024
April 21, 2024
April 21, 2024
We welcome Professor Dr. Lars Dölken as a new member of RESIST. The specialist in herpes viruses has been Director of the MHH Institute of Virology since 2 April [...]
We welcome Professor Dr. Lars Dölken as a new member of RESIST. The specialist in herpes viruses has been Director of the MHH Institute of Virology since 2 April [...]
We welcome Professor Dr. Lars Dölken as a new member of RESIST. The specialist in herpes viruses has been Director of the MHH Institute of Virology since 2 April 2024, succeeding Prof. Schulz, who has headed the institute since 2000. Prof Dölken has also been a member of the [...]
Visit by the Minister
April 2, 2024
April 2, 2024
April 2, 2024
The RESIST speaker trio was delighted to welcome a distinguished visitor: Falko Mohrs, Lower Saxony's Minister for Science and Culture, visited the MHH on 21 March to find out [...]
The RESIST speaker trio was delighted to welcome a distinguished visitor: Falko Mohrs, Lower Saxony's Minister for Science and Culture, visited the MHH on 21 March to find out [...]
The RESIST speaker trio was delighted to welcome a distinguished visitor: Falko Mohrs, Lower Saxony's Minister for Science and Culture, visited the MHH on 21 March to find out more about our Cluster of Excellence RESIST. Prof Manns received the Minister as well as Julia Streuer, Leon Schmalstieg and [...]
UniStem Day
March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024
At this year's UniStem Day on 22 March at the MHH, which was organised by RESIST Professor Lachmann, PD Dr. Ruth Olmer and Dr. Sylvia Merkert, 24 students were [...]
At this year's UniStem Day on 22 March at the MHH, which was organised by RESIST Professor Lachmann, PD Dr. Ruth Olmer and Dr. Sylvia Merkert, 24 students were [...]
At this year's UniStem Day on 22 March at the MHH, which was organised by RESIST Professor Lachmann, PD Dr. Ruth Olmer and Dr. Sylvia Merkert, 24 students were able to experience stem cell research first-hand. In the middle of the Easter holidays, they came to the MHH, where [...]
Meeting for the future
March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024
March 8, 2024
Meeting on 7 and 8 March at Wennigsen Monastery: RESIST members from the Executive Board and the RESIST-2 Steering Group as well as guests came together at Wennigsen Monastery [...]
Meeting on 7 and 8 March at Wennigsen Monastery: RESIST members from the Executive Board and the RESIST-2 Steering Group as well as guests came together at Wennigsen Monastery [...]
Meeting on 7 and 8 March at Wennigsen Monastery: RESIST members from the Executive Board and the RESIST-2 Steering Group as well as guests came together at Wennigsen Monastery to plan the further development of the cluster, as the proposal for continued funding of RESIST for the period from [...]
First graduation ceremony for the Master’s programme Biomedical Data Analysis
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
For the first time, two students graduated from the Master's programme Biomedical Data Analysis Dr. Adrian Schulz, who was visibly happy to be celebrated in Lecture Hall F (see [...]
For the first time, two students graduated from the Master's programme Biomedical Data Analysis Dr. Adrian Schulz, who was visibly happy to be celebrated in Lecture Hall F (see [...]
For the first time, two students graduated from the Master's programme Biomedical Data Analysis Dr. Adrian Schulz, who was visibly happy to be celebrated in Lecture Hall F (see photo), and Konstantin Büttner, who unfortunately could not be in Hanover at the time. Both were honoured at the joint [...]
RESIST with virtual reality at “aufhof”
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
On 7 February, RESIST was part of the "aufhof" when the MHH presented itself with numerous contributions in the former Galeria Kaufhof building at the Marktkirche in Hanover's city [...]
On 7 February, RESIST was part of the "aufhof" when the MHH presented itself with numerous contributions in the former Galeria Kaufhof building at the Marktkirche in Hanover's city [...]
On 7 February, RESIST was part of the "aufhof" when the MHH presented itself with numerous contributions in the former Galeria Kaufhof building at the Marktkirche in Hanover's city centre. A brand new, exciting virtual reality film on herpes virus infection was on show at the stand of our [...]