Modern genomics methods produce vast amounts of genetic data, but we have limited ability to interpret the effects of sequence variation on gene expression, …
During an infection, pathogens circumvent the host’s immune defenses via the expression of highly evolved virulence factors which hijack and re-wire the host's molecular …
To navigate effectively, an animal must align its body with its intended target and adjust its course as needed. In insects, this critical navigational …
We are looking for highly motivated students to be part of a project to optimize a cost-effective pipeline to produce recombinant humanized antibodies in …
Are you passionate about immunology and biomedical research? This master’s project offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge diagnostics for complement-mediated diseases. The …
Urban vegetation is crucial to sustain urban biodiversity and ecosystem services to urban inhabitants (Gómez-Baggethun & Barton 2013), e.g. temperature and water regulation and …
The Wood White – Leptidea sinapis (Linnaeus,1758) – and the Cryptic Wood White – Leptidea juvernica Williams,1946 – are two species of butterflies found …
Bird migration is to a large degree a nocturnal affair, as many passerines start their migratory flights soon after sunset and fly until early …
Tumors are associated with elevated mutation rate. In Drosophila melanogaster flies, it is possible to use transgenic strains to tune the mutation rate in …
Being good at learning may seem universally beneficial. But is it? First, you can make mistakes. Second, there may be physiological costs associated with …