CoreNews – the TWINCORE Newspaper

The November 2015 issue of TWINCORE News reports on the relocation of the S3 laboratory to the Hannover Medical School (MHH) to ensure enhanced safety standards and improved collaboration opportunities. Christian Schneider, former head of the Paul-Ehrlich-Institut, has been appointed Director of the UK's National Institute for Biological Standards and Control (NIBSC). Additionally, the TRAIN Academy, a training program for translational scientists, and the bi-nationally organized AMIBA master's program in infection biology with partners from Germany and Argentina have commenced.

The June 2015 issue of TWINCORE News discusses the antiviral effect of stored breast milk against hepatitis C viruses, which was recognized with the "Nutricia Science Award." Additionally, it covers the "Day of Immunology" at MHH, where TWINCORE inspired students about infection research. A personal account from an Argentine scientist details her participation in the "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy" (LISA) and her subsequent career at TWINCORE. The issue also presents the relaunch of the TWINCORE website with a modernized design and new features. Also it reports on the TRAIN Academy, offering a training program for translational scientists.

The November 2014 issue of TWINCORE News highlights the integration of physicians into research through the "Junge Akademie" and the StrucMed program. One article details the collaboration between TWINCORE scientists and the MHH Children's Hospital in identifying genetic causes of rare immune system disorders. Additional pieces focus on the career paths of alumni, a team-building event called TTTwBBB, and a binational research program between Germany and Argentina.

The July 2014 issue of TWINCORE News focuses on individualized infection medicine, aiming for tailored solutions for patients and their pathogens. One article highlights the success story of the PEP compression screw, while another reports on the swift launch of the N-RENNT research network. Additionally, the life on the TWINCORE campus is portrayed from the perspective of the resident Riechel family, and updates on the progress of the TRANSLATIONAL ALLIANCE TRAIN are provided.

The November 2013 issue of TWINCORE News introduces Dr. Christine Goffinet's new research group at the Institute of Experimental Virology, focusing on innate immunity against human pathogenic viruses. An Egyptian guest shares his impressions of Germany, while another article discusses the return of former participants of the "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy" (LISA) to MHH and TWINCORE. Additionally, the stay of a Fulbright scholar at TWINCORE is highlighted, and the 5th TWINCORE Symposium along with the 2nd German-Argentine Workshop are showcased in a pictorial review.

The June 2013 issue of TWINCORE News reports on the institute's involvement in the European project "New Drugs for Bad Bugs" aimed at combating bacterial resistance. One article discusses a scientist's experiences with frequent relocations, while another highlights collaboration with the Helmholtz-Alberta Initiative (HAI) in health research. Additionally, the introduction of the IVIS Spectrum CT, an advanced imaging system, is presented, and the German-Argentine master's program AMIBA in Infection Biology is discussed.

The November 2012 issue of TWINCORE News introduces Frank Pessler's new research group at the Institute for Experimental Infection Research, focusing on the role of microRNAs in infections. It highlights the 2012 RIKEN Summer Program and the German-Argentine workshop "Pathogen Invasion and Immune Evasion" in Buenos Aires, emphasizing international collaboration. Additionally, the issue reflects on the success of the Lower Saxony International Summer Academy (LISA) and the TWINCORE Symposium 2012.

The May 2012 issue of TWINCORE News announces Susanne Häußler's appointment as head of the newly established Institute for Molecular Bacteriology. An article explores the use of video conferencing as an alternative to business travel. Additionally, the issue evaluates the Voluntary Scientific Year at TWINCORE, highlights internal developments, and discusses the international impact of the "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy" (LISA).

The November 2011 issue of TWINCORE News highlights the awarding of the ERC Starting Grant to Prof. Thomas Pietschmann for his research on the hepatitis C virus. Another article details the experiences of an employee commuting to work by bike for 100 days. Additionally, medical students pursuing their doctorates at TWINCORE through the structured doctoral program of the MHH are introduced.

This issue covers the introduction of comprehensive biorisk management at the institute, introduces new postdoctoral researcher Franz Puttur, and highlights the "Lower Saxony International Summer Academy" (LISA), which attracts international students to immunological research in Lower Saxony. It also reports on the regular "TGIFoT" events to foster social exchange and the groundbreaking ceremony for the Hannover Center for Translational Medicine (HCTM), part of the Translational Alliance in Lower Saxony (TRAIN).

In this issue, we look at the rules between the lab bench and the bedside, report on the Grand Challenge in Africa and introduce a new working group at TWINCORE. We also follow Tim Greten's move to the National Cancer Institute in the USA, shed light on the importance of devices and their guardians and take a look at our new range of internet devices.