Breaks in our DNA are usually undesirable – unless the immune system is at work. A new study conducted by Michela Di Virgilio’s research group and published in „Molecular Cell“ shows how creatively and yet precisely cells can break up their genetic material and piece it back together.

Professor Ralf Dechend and Professor Dominik N. Müller were awarded the Franz Gross Science Prize of the Deutsche Hochdruckliga. The German Society for Hypertension and Prevention presented its most prestigious award at its annual congress on 23 November 2018.

Power imbalances and dependencies make it difficult to discuss lab conflicts. This is especially the case for PhD students. At the Max Delbrück Center, Matthias Selbach serves as their ombudsman. His advice is to seek help early on. This interview kicks off our “We at the MDC” series.