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Stadtradeln 2026: IfADo cycles nearly 2,000 kilometers for climate protection
Once again this year, researchers from IfADo took part in the “Stadtradeln” campaign. The nationwide initiative encourages participants to complete as many everyday journeys as possible by bicycle within a 21-day period.
How the brain manages driving - and how it can improve driver assistance systems
Researchers at IfADo have investigated what happens in the brain during driving and which physiological indicators can be observed. A deeper understanding of these processes could help make driver assistance systems even more precise and safer.
The internal clock of immune cells: Is the immune system younger in the morning?
Our immune system ages: it reacts more slowly to pathogens, vaccines become less effective, and the risk of cancer increases. At the same time, the immune system follows a 24-hour rhythm, as the number and activity of many immune cells fluctuate throughout the …
Gene modification enables more functional liver cells from stem cells.
Liver cells are indispensable for research— for drug testing, to better understand liver diseases and for development of future cell therapies. However, obtaining human liver cells from biopsies and donor organs is challenging. Therefore, research requires …
Neighbourhood visit to BVB with the entire team
The 2025 company outing was possible without long journeys. Germany's largest (and, according to some, most beautiful, impressive and atmospheric) stadium is located in the immediate surrounding of the institute.
Under Pressure: How stress affects the brain, and what non-invasive brain stimulation can do about it
Acute psychological stress not only affects our well-being, but also fundamental mental abilities such as working memory. But what exactly happens in the brain and autonomic nervous system when we are under stress—and is there a way to actively influence these …
Neurotoxicity of solvents: Prof. Christoph van Thriel’s new reference book offers a comprehensive overview
Organic solvents are found in paints, cosmetics, and cleaning products, and are part of our everyday lives. In his new book "Neurotoxicity of Solvents", Prof. Dr. Christoph van Thriel presents the neurotoxic risks they can pose.
City cycling 2025 - IfADo cycles over 2,000 km
Researchers from IfADo once again took part in city cycling in 2025. The aim of the campaign is to cover as many everyday journeys as possible by bike within 21 days.
Diversity Day 2025: dishes from all over the world
This year's Diversity Day took place on May 27. As a member of the “Charta der Vielfalt” (Diversity Charter), IfADo is also setting an example for diversity and cooperation that is characterized by mutual respect and appreciation. IfADo's research successes …