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Medical worker shows human lungs on blurred background.

Transfer, Environmental Health, LHI,

Helmholtz Munich and Khumbu Start Joint Program on COPD

Helmholtz Munich and Khumbu are collaborating on a new research program led by Prof. Ali Önder Yildirim, Director of the Institute of Lung Health and Immunity at Helmholtz Munich. The collaboration aims to develop a novel therapeutic approach for…

T-cells in the alveolar region

New Research Findings, Environmental Health, LHI,

SARS-CoV-2: Real-time Imaging Reveals Unexpectedly Fast Immune Response in the Lung

Using advanced intravital microscopy, Helmholtz Munich researchers have been able to observe early immune reactions in the living lung in real time. The images show that specific T cells are activated within hours after contact with components of…

Heat Action Day 2026: WHO Presents New Guidance for Health-Related Heat Action Plans

Climate & Health, Environmental Health, EPI,

Heat Action Day 2026: WHO Presents New Guidance for Health-Related Heat Action Plans

On 11 June 2026, the nationwide Heat Action Day will take place in Germany under the motto “Preparing together for extreme heat.” The day aims to raise awareness of the health risks posed by extreme heat and strengthen measures to protect the…

Echter Hopfen (Humulus lupulus)

Environmental Health, PGSB,

Decoding the Hop Genome to Help Protect the Future of Beer in a Warming World

Researchers from Helmholtz Munich, Hopsteiner and Carlsberg Research Laboratory have unveiled the most detailed genetic map of hops ever created – a major step toward protecting one of beer’s key ingredients from the growing impacts of climate…

Doctor drawing man's blood sample in clinic, closeup AdobeStock_1937412501

Diabetes, IDF, Environmental Health, EPI,

Rethinking Early Detection: Type 1 Diabetes in Young Adults

A population-based cohort study provides new data on the prevalence of early-stage type 1 diabetes in young adults, addressing a gap in epidemiological research. Using samples from the LISA and GINIplus cohorts and methodologies established in the…

NAKO und BABYDIAB Proben

Awards & Grants, Diabetes, IDF, Environmental Health, EPI,

Helmholtz Munich Secures Funding to Investigate Early-Stage Type 1 Diabetes in Adults

Helmholtz Munich has been awarded a prestigious grant of up to 900 000 US Dollar from Breakthrough T1D, the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization. The funding will support the research into early-stage T1D in adults,…