News
In this section are listed news about important publications, research projects and events.
New method for identifying serial killers among natural killer cells
Natural killer cells (NK cells) are an important part of our immune system: they recognize and destroy virus-infected or malignant cells - including tumour cells. There are so-called “serial killers” among the NK cells.
Statistical methods for data in toxicology: DFG extends Research Training Group
The Research Training Group (RTG) 2624 ‘Biostatistical Methods for High-Dimensional Data in Toxicology’ is being extended by 4.5 years. The DFG will fund the RTG from October 2025 with around 4.2 million euros. The RTG is affiliated to the Faculty of …
From graduate engineer to ageing researcher: Professorship for Stephan Getzmann
Stephan Getzmann has been appointed as an adjunct professor at the TU Dortmund University. The expert in ageing research has been teaching at the Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology since 2011.
Project launch: HyCell
The “HyCell” project, led by Dr. Patrick Nell from the Toxicology Department of the Leibniz research centre for Working Environment in Dortmund (IfADo), just started. The research project is dedicated to the correction of stemm cell-derived hepatocyte hybrid …
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 …
From mind reading to receptor ballet: IfADo scientists impress at science slam events in Dortmund
Two science slam events took place in Dortmund on April 27 and May 4, at which IfADo scientists Dr. Laura Klatt and Marie Beaupain delighted the audience with their entertaining and easy-to-understand presentations about their research.
SOPRANO Open Call to Accelerate Robotics Innovation in Europe
Up to €200K in funding available for cutting-edge robotics solutions exploiting the SOPRANO technologies
Matthias Jäger – New honorary member of the GfA 2025
The Gesellschaft für Arbeitswissenschaft e.V. (GfA) honours ‘personalities from Germany and abroad who have made outstanding contributions to ergonomics or to the Gesellschaft für Arbeitswissenschaft’ with an honorary membership; since its foundation in 1953, …