by Gabriele Amoroso | Sep 21, 2023 | Publications, Research
Dysfunctional processes in the mitochondria can lead to severe degenerative and metabolic diseases and are involved, for example, in the development of Parkinson’s disease, diabetes mellitus and certain cancers. A better understanding of how proteins enter the...
by Gabriele Amoroso | Sep 13, 2023 | Publications
If the energy supply of body cells does not function properly, serious diseases can result. The protein OPA1 plays a central role here. If it is defective, mitochondria can no longer optimally adapt energy production. Scientists at Saarland University, together with...
by Gabriele Amoroso | Sep 11, 2023 | General, Vacancies, Young Scientists
Who we are: We are an ambitious and successful group studying the cellular mechanisms of exocytosis using high-end microscopy techniques. We offer exiting research, state of the art equipment, and an international environment. We are part of the ATTACK consortium...
by Gabriele Amoroso | Aug 3, 2023 | Publications
When viruses or bacteria colonize the respiratory tract, the body tries to get rid of them by coughing up mucus. This natural defense reaction is impaired in certain respiratory diseases such as cystic fibrosis or COPD. A consortium of researchers from Saarland...
by Gabriele Amoroso | Jul 24, 2023 | General, Young Scientists
The 20th UniCamp of the Saarland University is scheduled July 24 to 28, 2023. Twenty female pupils (grades 8 & 9) will have the opportunity to gain exciting insights into various subjects of the MINT disciplines (mathematics, computer science, natural science and...
