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At the University of Cologne, Bart Thomma is to continue his research on soil organisms and their interactions with plants. He is expected to head a new Centre for Microbial Interactomics that is due to be established and within which he will focus on evolutionary microbiology. He will also cooperate with human biologists. After all, if we understand more about the genetics and interactions of microorganisms in the soil, this could be of use to medicine, too – in improving antibiotics, for instance.

Last change: 15/12/2023

Researchers have been trying to track down microorganisms that colonise human bodies and, especially, the intestines for many years. Amongst these microorganisms are viruses that specifically infect intestinal bacteria. Bas E. Dutilh from The Netherlands has made seminal contributions to exploring virus diversity and spearheads pioneering work in bioinformatics.

Last change: 01/06/2023

Encourage international junior researchers to apply for a Humboldt Foundation fellowship. Or nominate an eminent researcher as the partner of your choice for a research award.

Last change: 01/12/2025

Floods and drought threaten the lives of millions of people in Pakistan. Better preparedness as well as social change could alleviate the situation.

Last change: 24/05/2023

Two people on a bench. Somewhere in Berlin. A researcher and a journalist discuss current world events and the state of science communication.

Last change: 31/01/2025