Astronomers significantly impact the climate by travelling to conferences Taking the plane to attend conferences leads to high carbon dioxide emissions / Online and hybrid event formats can be a… Read more
Protein responsible for genetic inflammatory disease identified Scientists at the University of Cologne discover that the linear ubiquitin assembly complex (LUBAC) is essential for… Read more
Once food is in sight, the liver is activated The brain sends signals to the liver earlier than previously assumed, which then adapts the sugar metabolism /… Read more
New compound from blessed thistle promotes functional nerve regeneration Researchers from the University of Cologne have found a new use for Cnicin, a substance produced in blessed thistle.… Read more
Training of brain processes makes reading more efficient Researchers from the University of Cologne have discovered that a combination of computer modelling, a novel training… Read more
ERC Advanced Grants for Thorsten Hoppe and Jens Brüning Geneticist Thorsten Hoppe receives European Research Council award for his work on quality control of proteins / The… Read more
Humans can increase biodiversity The presence of humans increases the heterogeneity and complexity of ecosystems and often has a positive effect on their… Read more
Fuelling nerve cell function and plasticity New finding from scientists at the University of Cologne discloses how mitochondria control tissue rejuvenation and… Read more
Presentation of the Fred Young Submillimeter Telescope (FYST) The telescope is intended to provide insights into the birth of the first stars after the Big Bang as well as into the… Read more
University of Cologne puts photovoltaic system into operation The expansion of sustainable energy sources is part of the university's sustainability strategy / The plant will cut CO2… Read more
Indian Ambassador’s visit On 28 March H.E. Harish Parvathaneni, Ambassador of the Republic of India to Germany, was welcomed by Rector Professor… Read more
Welcome on campus: 1,000 freshers begin their studies at the University of Cologne Freshers’ welcome event on 08 April in person and as a live stream / information fair on campus Read more
Cross-Species Insights: Study Finds Calcium Link in Plant and Animal Immunity Researchers uncover intriguing parallels in plant and animal immune systems. Groups of proteins that are similar in both… Read more