We at the MDC

The MDC aspires to provide all employees with an attractive work environment – through an outstanding infrastructure and through collaboration with leading researchers, but also by being a place where tolerance, respect, and good interpersonal relations are paramount. It doesn’t always succeed in equal measure at attaining these aims. Our series introduces you to people who are engaged in this field. It also sheds light on internal processes that seek to ensure a positive organizational culture. And it provides tips for an attentive togetherness.

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Institute & Campus

A story-filled animal house: Karin Jacobi bids farewell

Karin Jacobi has since 1992 headed the Animal Facilities at the Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC). The veterinarian, a pioneer of modern animal facilities who began her career at one of the predecessor institutes of the MDC, is now retiring.
We at the MDC
Institute & Campus

“Too much communication is better than too little”

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.
Institute & Campus By Russell Hodge

Number 3800 is finally being retired

After nearly four decades of service to science on the Buch campus, Irmgard Wiznerowicz will finally get to sleep in.

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