A study by Mohamed Mahmoud reveals that fish farm aromas are caused by a complex mixture of substances, including geosmin and manure smell. The researchers identified ten other substances with musty-earthy smells, which run off from land into the water and affect the fish.
Researchers at FAU successfully control electron pulses using laser delays, exhibiting quantum path interference and opening doors for time-resolved electron microscopy. The discovery could lead to complex electron pulses in the future, revolutionizing surface coherence research.
Researchers discovered a new signal path in the RAS that influences immune cells, specifically phagocytes, which play a key role in MS development. The Mas receptor's influence on macrophages could provide an anti-inflammatory treatment option for chronic inflammatory diseases.
Researchers at FAU discovered that cholesterol strongly influences CXCR4 dimerization and signal transmission in human cells. Their computer simulations revealed that cholesterol is required for the correct formation of GPCR pairs, which affects their function.
Researchers discovered that a protein called SPARCL1 can prevent the formation of new blood vessels, inhibiting tumor growth in patients with a good prognosis. In contrast, tumors with poor prognoses lack this protein, leading to continued tumor growth.
Researchers from FAU and Freie Universität Berlin have synthesised an iron compound in the rare oxidation state +4, a milestone in synthetic chemistry. The new molecule exhibits unique structural properties due to supramolecular interactions between ions.
Researchers at FAU have made a significant break-through in producing defect-free graphene directly from graphite at low costs. This achievement paves the way for advancements in semi-conductor and sensor technologies.
A recent study by FAU researchers found that up to 56% of e-mail recipients and 40% of Facebook users clicked on links from unknown senders, primarily driven by curiosity about the content or sender's identity. The experiment revealed that participants' awareness of security risks was often lower than their actual clicking behavior.
Physicists at FAU and the Vienna University of Technology successfully created one-dimensional magnetic atom chains for the first time. The discovery enables basic research in areas such as magnetic data storage and chemistry, by providing a model system with unique properties.
Biophysicists at FAU discover that plastic cell deformation is caused by microscopic damage to the cytoskeleton. This finding helps characterize diseased cells more accurately, enabling better understanding of cancer, lung diseases, and heart diseases.
Researchers at FAU and Fachhochschule Lübeck developed custom-fit prosthetics using 3D scanning and printing, suitable for local production with recycled materials. The first prototypes have been printed and are being tested for longevity and stress resistance.
Researchers at FAU found garlic aroma in breast milk due to AMS metabolite formation. Further research is needed to clarify potential impact on infants' eating habits and food preferences.
Researchers discovered TNF's mechanism to protect against intracellular pathogens like Leishmania major. By inhibiting arginase 1, TNF increases nitric oxide production, which suppresses the pathogens, providing a plausible explanation for increased infection susceptibility during anti-TNF treatments.
Researchers from FAU Erlangen-Nüherung have shown that directed chains of particles in gel networks give them their solid properties. This discovery is crucial for understanding material properties of gels used in products such as toothpaste and cosmetics, potentially improving food production processes.
Researchers have identified a new organic molecule that converts a large amount of sunlight, enabling the development of stable solar cells with high efficiency. The new technology offers several benefits, including lower production costs and increased flexibility.
Researchers at FAU aim to detect micrometastases and tumour markers using extracellular vesicles, improving cancer reoccurrence risk assessment for individual patients.
A team of FAU researchers has discovered a substance called capsazepine that activates the mustard oil receptor, leading to reduced inflammation and sensitivity in nociceptors. This breakthrough could lead to the development of highly effective painkillers for diseases such as joint arthrosis and chronic pancreatitis.
A six-week online training course called GET.ON has been shown to reduce the risk of developing depression in people at increased risk. The study found that 27% of those who completed the course developed depression, compared to 41% of those who did not receive the training.
Acropora corals have thrived by leveraging environmental challenges, such as tropical storms, to grow and form new colonies. However, their rapid growth is vulnerable to global warming, diseases, and coral bleaching, threatening their future in marine regions.
A team of researchers has found evidence for a particle accelerator in the center of the Milky Way that can accelerate protons to petaelectronvolt energies. The discovery sheds new light on the origin of galactic cosmic rays and challenges existing theories.
A recent discovery by FAU researchers reveals a mechanism that promotes metastasis and resistance to treatment in aggressive cancer types. They identified a gene set associated with particularly bad prognosis in breast cancer, enabling the development of biological markers for aggressive tumours.
Research reveals that ice-shelf loss leads to rapid dynamic ice loss, exacerbating sea-level rise. The Antarctic Peninsula has experienced significant retreat and break-up of ice shelves over the past two decades, with upstream glaciers flowing into the ocean at an accelerated rate.
A new DFG Research Training Group at FAU will investigate the relationship between brain development and adult diseases. The group aims to uncover how development processes affect disease susceptibility and identify new targets for therapy.
A team of FAU researchers is developing highly porous biomaterials to support bone and wound healing in patients with conditions like diabetes. The goal is to use mesoporous nanomaterials to release medication locally, reducing side effects and avoiding doses.
Researchers used intensity interferometry to study light propagation in curved spaces, demonstrating the importance of surface curvature on geometry and physics. The findings have implications for astronomical observations and manufacturing techniques, potentially leading to new materials and optical systems.
Researchers at FAU have discovered that mother-of-pearl is formed through the aggregation of nanoparticles within an organic matrix, rather than crystallisation. This unique process, found in nature, has implications for developing new high-performance ceramics with improved mechanical properties.
The Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg is launching a new consultation model called 'Beratung für gesundes Altern' (BegA) in January 2016. This non-clinical project aims to provide prevention-oriented advice and support to older adults, helping them prepare for potential losses of function due to aging.
A new cell culture technique called VOGIM allows the formation of tumor blood vessels and their interaction with immune cells to be observed in real-time. This enables the study of tumor growth, cell death, and the influence of medications on these developments without live animal testing.
Researchers at FAU and University of Barcelona discovered that platinum nanoparticles lose approximately every tenth electron when in contact with oxide support. This effect can be controlled using theoretical methods, allowing for more efficient catalytic processes and new electronic components.
Researchers used a novel approach to measure the forces exerted by tumor cells on their surrounding connective tissue. By analyzing tissue deformations, they calculated cell forces with high accuracy, revealing key insights into tumour cell migration and behaviour.
Researchers at FAU found that global warming in Earth's history occurred at a similar rate to today. The team analyzed climate changes over the past 250 million years and discovered that rapid fluctuations were invisible but not absent. Current temperature increases appear slower due to longer observation periods.
Erlangen-based doctors have created a new classification system for brain tumors that predicts the development of gliomas with high precision. The Friedlein Grading A/B (FGA/B) system classifies tumors according to their position in the brain on routine MRI scans.
The German Research Foundation has awarded 75,000 Euros for an international research marketing project that hosts a competition with challenges in digital forensics, discrete optimization, and photonic technologies. The project aims to engage the global research community and promote collaboration and innovation.
A $10 million project will improve cassava's biomass and starch yield using metabolic engineering and genomics. The goal is to secure food supply for a growing world population, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa.