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Genomic analyses reveal the vital role of human activity in the Amazonian species’ genetic makeup. more

In the course of evolution, leaf beetles found the key to digesting plants better with the help of bacteria more

Winfried Kretschmann, the Minister President of Baden-Württemberg, Germany, visited the Max Planck Institutes for Biology Tübingen and Biological Cybernetics. During his tour, he commended the outstanding basic research in the natural sciences. He was particularly impressed by the innovative research projects spanning developmental and evolutionary biology, as well as neuroscience.
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Max Planck Institute for Biology Tübingen Director joins Salk’s Scientific Advisory Group more

A new protein antagonist design strategy shows promise against leukaemia by targeting important receptors to stop the proliferation of cancer cells.
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The year 2024 saw Max Planck scientists publishing exceptional research across disciplines. We have selected twelve highlights to share more

How Drosophila is revolutionising our understanding of genetics and disease more