Vacancies

Strong Europe: Solving societal challenges together

The German government has ambitious plans for the German EU Council Presidency. Europes top-level research should be the key to meeting major challenges.

Using X-ray images to study virus proteins

Medical and biochemical laboratories are not the only places where research on the new coronavirus is taking place. Particle accelerators are also contributing to decoding SARS-CoV-2 and identifying promising substances for effective medications.

How safe is it to travel during the coronavirus pandemic?

By the start of the summer break, it will be possible to travel within Europe again. But how great is the risk of contracting coronavirus on an aircraft or train? Researchers are studying how viruses spread inside passenger cabins.

The oil of the future

Hydrogen technologies are essential for the success of Germany’s energy transition. Helmholtz researchers have long been working on ways to harness this versatile energy source so it can be used on a comprehensive basis. With the introduction of the National Hydrogen Strategy, this topic is now becoming politically relevant as well.

The Bavarian from Berkeley

American cell biologist Ben Engel liked Munich so much on his first visit nine years ago that he immediately decided to stay there. He now uses high tech methods to investigate the inner workings of cells at the Helmholtz Pioneer Campus.

“In the next 20 years, the quantum computer will become a reality”

Quantum technologies will change our everyday lives. But many applications are still in their infancy. We spoke with Wolfgang Marquardt, head of Forschungszentrum Jülich, about what can be expected and how research is organized in this area.