Other Scientific Groups

Emeritus DIrector: Thomas Boem
Our research focuses on the evolution and design principles of adaptive immune systems in vertebrates. We use a comparative approach, studying various species, from basal vertebrates to humans.
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Group Leader: Thorsten Langner

Plant pathogens are in constant coevolutionary conflict with their hosts. Selective forces imposed by the host plants have shaped the pathogen genomes and left molecular signatures in virulence related proteins. more

Group leader: Christiane Nüsslein-Volhard

We use the zebrafish (Danio rerio) as a model organism to study pigment pattern formation in a vertebrate. more

Group leader: Uwe Irion

Starting from zebrafish, we investigate the genetic basis of the diversification of color patterns in the group of Danio fish. more

Max Planck Fellow: Lars Angenent

We are researching the recovery of carbon from wastewater and industrial waste gases using bioprocess engineering. more