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Upcoming Events

Helmholtz Munich to Host HAICON 2026 - AI FOR SCIENCE, 8 - 11 June 2026, Munich

The Helmholtz AI Conference 2026: AI for Science invites you to explore and advance this transformative journey. See more

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Helmholtz Munich to welcome the 4th DZG Munich Day, 29 July 2026, Munich

We connect the Munich DZG community across all career stages and provide a platform for exchange, collaboration, and shared visions in health research. See more

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Helmholtz Munich to welcome ISEE 2026, 30 August - 2 September, 2026, Munich

Experts and researchers will gather under the theme “Understanding and Responding to Global and Local Challenges: Environmental Epidemiology in a Changing World” to discuss pressing environmental health issues.. See more

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Helmholtz Munich to Host International NAKO Conference, September 3 - 4, 2026, Munich

In times of rapid societal, environmental, and technological change, public health has become one of the greatest global challenges. The first International NAKO Conference 2026 invites researchers from around the world to share insights, strengthen collaborations, and jointly shape the future of health research. See more

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Helmholtz Munich to Welcome Global Experts at 13th Helmholtz Diabetes Conference, September 21 - 23, 2026, Munich

 The 13th Helmholtz Diabetes Conference will be organized by Stephan Herzig (Helmholtz Diabetes Center), with Antje Körner and Raffaele Teperino as co-organizers. The conference will focus on the theme “Diabetes Across the Lifespan”. See more

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Helmholtz Munich to Host Cell Symposia, December 2–4, 2026, Munich

Cell Symposia: Decoding Cellular Complexity: Single Cell Biology in the Era of AI. See more

Event Series

Helmholtz Munich Expert Hour

Expert Hour

Helmholtz Munich regularly provides information on politically relevant health and research topics in the future and supports work in the political arena with its outstanding experts.

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diabinfo in dialog

diabinfo im Dialog is a free series of online events organized by diabinfo.de. It is aimed at people with diabetes, obesity and other non-communicable diseases, their relatives and all interested parties. Experts from the fields of medicine and diabetes research provide understandable and up-to-date insights. Your personal questions are very welcome.

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Helmholtz Munich Expert Hour at German Bundestag

Events, Diabetes, IDR, Computational Health, Health AI,

Helmholtz Munich Expert Hour: Bringing Research Effectively into Healthcare

How can scientific breakthroughs reach the people more quickly? This question was the focus of the Helmholtz Munich Expert Hour on March 25 in the German Bundestag. Under the title “From Research to Patients – Translation and AI in Medicine”,…

Talent Forum Welcome

Events, Stem Cells, IES,

A Platform for Emerging Talent: The Helmholtz Munich Talent Forum 2025

The Helmholtz Munich Talent Forum took place on November 18–19, 2025, at the Helmholtz Munich Conference Center, bringing together eight outstanding early-career scientists from around the world working in the fields of Epigenetics and Nucleic Acids…

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Events, Environmental Health, LHI,

ERS–COPD-iNET: International Research Symposium Highlights Opportunities for Early Intervention in COPD

The European Respiratory Society (ERS) and COPD-iNET Research Symposium in Prague brought together more than 120 clinicians, researchers, and patient advocates to address one of the most pressing challenges in respiratory medicine: Chronic…

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Events, Diabetes,

World Diabetes Day 2025

Diabetes affects millions worldwide, but research is opening new paths for better prevention, treatment, and ultimately, a cure. Helmholtz Munich is at the forefront of these efforts, advancing science to combat diabetes and related metabolic…

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Events, Molecular Targets and Therapeutics, STB,

Biomolecular Breathing and the 4D View of Life: Insights from the BNMRZ Symposium

How do biomolecules breathe? This question guided the recent international symposium “Ultra-Highfield NMR and 4D Structural Biology – From Mechanisms to Therapies”, hosted by the Bavarian NMR Center (BNMRZ), a joint infrastructure of Helmholtz Munich…

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Events, Public Engagement,

High Attendance at “FORSCHA”

The hands-on fair “FORSCHA – Munich Science Days” (“FORSCHA – Münchner Wissenschaftstage”) was a great success, attracting many visitors to Schwanthaler Höhe in Munich. School classes and visitors of all ages were able to explore the world of science…

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Events, Stem Cells, IES, Molecular Targets and Therapeutics, IFE,

Exhibition on Cell Identity at the Deutsches Museum

How do the many different cells in the human body emerge from a single stem cell – and what makes each one unique? The Epigenetics Community at Helmholtz Munich explores these questions in a special exhibition at the Deutsches Museum. From 14. to 16.…

Lecture Award 2025 - Diabetes Conference 2025

Events, Diabetes, IDC,

Diabetes and Liver Health in Focus at the 12th Helmholtz Diabetes Conference

From 22 to 24 September 2025, the 12th Helmholtz Diabetes Conference brought together leading scientists from around the world to discuss how liver health influences diabetes and other metabolic diseases. For the first time, the annual meeting took…

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Events, Stem Cells,

Helmholtz Munich to Host GSCN Conference 2025

From October 15 to 17, 2025, Helmholtz Munich will host the 13th Annual Meeting of the German Stem Cell Network (GSCN). The conference aims to connect stem cell research across Germany and beyond, highlight the latest scientific discoveries, and…

Vierte Helmholtz Munich Expert Hour im Deutschen Bundestag

Events, AI, Diabetes, IDF, Computational Health, IML,

Helmholtz Munich Expert Hour at the German Bundestag: The Future of Preventive Medicine

Science and politics came together once again at the German Bundestag: For the fourth time, Helmholtz Munich hosted the Helmholtz Munich Expert Hour on September 10, 2025. This dialogue format gives political decision-makers the opportunity to learn…

Expert Hour Bayerischer Landtag

Events, AI, Computational Health, AIH, IML,

Helmholtz Munich Expert Hour at the State Parliament: Focus on AI Potential in Medicine

For the first time, the Helmholtz Munich Expert Hour – an established dialogue format between science and politics – took place at the Bavarian State Parliament. At the invitation of Member of Parliament Maximilian Böltl and the Young Group of the…

Diabinfo im Dialog

Events, Public Engagement, Diabetes, HI-MAG, IDO,

diabinfo in Dialogue: Obesity and Diabetes – Evolving Approaches to Prevention and Treatment

The medical treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes is currently undergoing a significant transformation. Innovative drugs such as semaglutide and tirzepatide – often referred to as "weight-loss injections" – mimic the action of specific gut…

HELENA Award Ceremony July 2

Events, Awards & Grants, Stem Cells, ISF, Environmental Health, LHI, Pioneer Campus,

Honoring Doctoral Researchers and Supervisors at Helmholtz Munich

Outstanding achievements in early-career research and academic mentoring were celebrated at an award ceremony held on July 2 at Helmholtz Munich. Two Doctoral Researcher Awards and the Best Supervisor Award were presented – prestigious honors that…

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Events, LHI,

Rethinking COPD Research: International Seminar on November 6-7, 2025, in Prague

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects over 400 million people worldwide, posing a major global health challenge. With no curative therapy available and a staggering socio-economic burden, the need for innovative solutions has never…

Junge Frau in Online-Therapie

Events, Public Engagement,

Lung Patient Forum – A Great Success

On April 8, 2025, more than 330 individuals affected by lung diseases – as well as their families – participated in the online Lung Patient Forum. The event offered attendees the opportunity to submit questions directly to leading pulmonary experts,…

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Events, Public Engagement,

Girls’ Day 2025: A Day as a Scientist

On Girls’ Day 2025, Helmholtz Munich opens its laboratories to welcome 25 female students for an exciting day as young researchers. Three of our research institutes provide exclusive insights into their work, demonstrating how science helps us better…

Past Events

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Talent Forum
November 18-19, 2025, Munich

Helmholtz Munich hosted emerging global talents in the fields of Epigenetics and Nucleic Acids Research. Our talent forum took place for 1.5 days with inspiring talks by international junior group leaders at the forefront of cutting-edge research.

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Exhibition on Cell Identity:
14-16 November, 2025,
Deutsches Museum, Munich


How do the many different cells in the human body emerge from a single stem cell – and what makes each one unique? The Epigenetics Community at Helmholtz Munich explored these questions in a special exhibition at the Deutsches Museum. Twelve doctoral researchers and postdocs presented, for the fourth time, an engaging format that brings science to life for everyone.
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Rethinking COPD Research: International Seminar on November 6-7, 2025, Prague

As part of the European Respiratory Society (ERS) congress, the seminar “Regenerating the Lung – A Multidisciplinary Approach to Combat COPD” will take  place on November 6-7, 2025, in Prague, Czech Republic, providing a unique platform to explore key challenges and advance lung regeneration strategies.

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Helmholtz Munich to Host GSCN Conference, October 15 - 17, 2025, Munich

From October 15 to 17, 2025, Helmholtz Munich will host the 13th Annual Meeting of the German Stem Cell Network (GSCN).

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Helmholtz Diabetes Conference
September 22 - 24, 2025, Munich

The 12th Helmholtz Diabetes Conference will be hosted by Stephan Herzig (Helmholtz Diabetes Center) and Anja Zeigerer (Medical Faculty Mannheim, Heidelberg University), with a special focus on liver health.

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diabinfo in dialog: Obesity and diabetes - prevention and therapy in transition
July 8, 2025, Online Event

On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, the national diabetes information portal invited to the 5th edition of its online event series “diabinfo in Dialogue”. This year was dedicated to the prevention and treatment of obesity and diabetes. The focus was on new active ingredients and approaches for the prevention and treatment of metabolic diseases - with current insights from research and practice, exciting presentations, followed by a moderated exchange of experiences with plenty of time for personal questions.

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STEM Passion Visual Exhibition

STEM Passion Exhibition

STEM Passion takes visitors on a journey through photography, words, and sound, offering a captivating glimpse into the world of STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. With a special focus on the Life Sciences, this multimedia exhibition celebrates the excellence, passion, and leadership of outstanding women in science.

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Inspiring Careers – Insights on Female Leadership

On March 11, 2025 Helmholtz brought women in leadership positions to the stage. Successful and inspiring personalities from science and business shared their insights on their journey to the top and the key moments that shaped their careers. There was a lot to learn from their experiences.

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Helmholtz Munich at Bergson Kunstkraftwerk

On November 25, 2024, Helmholtz Munich hosted an inspiring evening at the Bergson Kunstkraftwerk in Munich. The event, titled “The Journey of the Weight Loss Injection”, brought together  experts in this field.

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Online-Patient Forum

On November 20, our online patient forum by the Lung Information Service for World COPD Day 2024 took place. Topic: "COPD is a true widespread disease."

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Munich - Chicago Lung Conference 2024

on October 7th & 8th 2024 - Schloss Hohenkammer (Germany)
Environmental Perspectives on Lung Health: From prevention to therapy

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Helmholtz Health Summit

Join our 1st Helmholtz Health Summit in Berlin, on October 8th, 2024

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Ankündigung Oktoberfestsymposium 2024

Oktoberfestsymposium

on October 1st, 2024 - themed "Determinants of Islet Autoimmunity and Type 1 Diabetes Progression".

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