The DFG is establishing 21 new collaborative research centres, including two cultural science units, to foster interdisciplinary research and global connections. The humanities and social sciences will see nine new research centres, while biology, medicine, natural sciences, and engineering will each gain three.
Capsule removal is crucial during breast implant removal to prevent complications such as abnormal masses on mammograms. The expert recommends removing the capsule when there's a risk of implant rupture, contraction, or infection, adding that capsulectomy should be performed in conjunction with implant removal for optimal results.
The accelerating universe is the top research advance of 1998, with scientists discovering that galaxies are flying apart at ever faster speeds. Researchers also made significant progress in understanding circadian rhythms, which could provide insight into overcoming jet lag and winter depression.
A study by Dr. Petra Platte found that genetic predisposition plays a major role in obesity development, but environmental factors such as diet and exercise are also crucial. The Amish community was used as a control group to isolate genetic factors, revealing similarities between family members' body types and fat distribution patterns.
Researchers found a 7% decline in smoking rates among African American smokers who participated in the program, with even greater declines in women under 35. The study suggests that peer-delivered programs can be an effective way to reduce smoking rates in low-income communities.