A study by the Cluster of Excellence »Balance of the Microverse« demonstrates how climate change remodels microalgae through smaller temperature fluctuations. Temperature shifts lead to changes in gene activity, protein composition, motility, and photosynthetic performance.
A study by Dr. Juliane Bräuer and her team discovered striking similarities in dog-human interactions worldwide. Across five culturally diverse regions, dogs consistently demonstrated active communication with their owners and relied heavily on them for guidance in difficult situations.
Researchers at the University of Jena have successfully transplanted a blastopore from one ribbed jellyfish embryo into another and observed the formation of an additional body axis. The experiment showed that this key mechanism dates back to the dawn of animal multicellularity, around 700 million years ago.
A study published in Nature Communications reveals the presence of previously unknown viruses in groundwater, which influence microbial community dynamics and nutrient cycling. The findings suggest that viruses are active players in shaping the groundwater microbiome.
Researchers discovered that microorganisms attached to rock surfaces have a stronger influence on community structure than environmental factors. These 'attached' microbes are highly specialized, generating energy from inorganic substances and contributing to carbon storage.
Researchers at the University of Jena used advanced imaging techniques to examine two fossilized animal inclusions in Goethe's amber collection, revealing a previously unknown species of ant. The ant, named Ctenobethylus goepperti, is believed to have built large nests in trees and its lifestyle is compared to that of modern ants.
A recent study has uncovered a mechanism that determines how the gut microbiome processes healthful plant compounds. The research found that 70% of enzymes in the microbiome are involved in this process, but individual variability plays a crucial role.
The University of Jena, Germany won the prestigious Dance your PhD competition in Biology with its engaging video Plant Vaccination, showcasing Priya Reddy's doctoral thesis on plant immune research. The video combines scientific accuracy with creative freedom, highlighting the potential of science to reach a wider audience.
Scientists at Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena have developed data sets for the description and recording of odours, using over 1,200 test subjects to compile how people perceive, describe, and classify 74 monomolecular odour samples. The researchers aim to help solve the stimulus-percept problem in smell perception.
Researchers at the University of Jena have developed a method to functionalise graphene without interference, allowing for ultrasensitive detection of biomarkers. This breakthrough enables rapid, cost-effective diagnostics using graphene-based field-effect transistors.
Researchers sequenced DNA of 87 structurally colored bacteria to identify genes responsible for their glittering structures. The findings could lead to environmentally friendly dyes and materials.
A research team from the University of Jena developed a micro-lens with an intelligent behavior that changes in response to gas molecules. The lens is made of hybrid glass and consists of a three-dimensional lattice with cavities that accommodate gas molecules, affecting its optical properties.
A research team led by Dr. Serge Krasnokutski has discovered that peptides can form on cosmic dust particles even in the presence of water molecules. The study used a vacuum chamber to replicate interstellar conditions and found that the formation of peptides was slowed down but still occurred.
Researchers discovered that tiny RNA molecules play a decisive role in the complex interaction of attack and defence strategies when bacteria are infected with bacteriophages. The study found that these RNA molecules regulate phage genes as well as host genes, effectively explaining the destruction of bacterial cells.
Researchers discovered a long, non-coding RNA called PAPAS that regulates rRNA production in epithelial cells. A high PAPAS level reduces tumour growth and metastases in breast cancer, while its suppression promotes carcinogenesis. The findings suggest potential diagnostic and therapeutic applications for RNA therapy.
The research team successfully developed nanomaterials through a bottom-up approach, exploiting the directionality of crystal growth during crystallisation. The resulting nanostructures have potential applications in various fields, including information processing and catalysis.
A new approach to treating non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has been discovered, utilizing resistant starch to reduce fat accumulation and inflammation in the liver. The study found that consuming resistant starch daily led to an increase in beneficial gut bacteria, which positively impacted liver health.
A study published in Cell Chemical Biology reveals that cannabidiol (CBD) from hemp acts as a molecular switch in innate immune cells to promote the biosynthesis of inflammation-resolving lipid mediators. This finding holds promise for developing new therapeutic strategies to treat inflammatory diseases.
Researchers developed an AI tool called DECIMER that can translate chemical structural formulae into machine-readable codes. This allows for the automatic search and processing of scientific articles containing chemical information.
Researchers have deciphered a biochemical mechanism explaining how cortisone preparations mediate inflammation-resolving effects in human immune cells. Cortisone influences enzymes involved in the formation of inflammation-resolving messenger substances, inducing resolvins early but impairing function later.
A German-Dutch research team has created the first map of the Microverse, redefining microbial niches. Generalists, which can cope with a wide range of conditions, dominate most habitats, while specialists have more specific environments and smaller genomes.
Researchers at the Universities of Jena and Central Florida have created a photon gas that exhibits behavior similar to a conventional gas, with particles moving at different speeds but maintaining a mean velocity defined by temperature. This phenomenon, known as negative temperature, can be cooled or heated, allowing for the creation ...
Scientists at the University of Jena have solved a decades-long puzzle by studying quartz samples under extreme pressure. They discovered that characteristic lamellae, which are often used to detect asteroid impacts, form when quartz transforms into a more tightly packed phase under high pressure.
Gravitational wave observatories LIGO and Virgo captured a signal in 2019 that differed from previous measurements. Researchers found an alternative explanation: the collision occurred on a strongly eccentric path, where one black hole was initially free to move before being captured by another's gravitational field.
Researchers used high-resolution imaging techniques to identify a new ant species and genus, †Desyopone hereon gen. et sp. nov., from 16-23 million year old Ethiopian amber.
The University of Jena has received €2.5M in funding from the European Research Council to advance its energy storage research, led by Prof. Dr Ulrich S. Schubert. The FutureBAT project aims to develop novel organic active materials for polymer-based redox flow batteries with improved capacity, efficiency, and sustainability.
Researchers at Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena create a material that can emit visible or invisible light in response to ultrasound, also providing feedback on local temperature. This innovation could enable new applications in medicine, such as photodynamic therapy, and other areas where targeted light and heat are required.
Researchers from Friedrich Schiller University Jena reproduced chemical reactions that may have occurred in the 'primordial soup' to form biologically relevant compounds. The team found substances like thiols and acetaldehyde, as well as adenine, a nucleobase in the genetic code.
The study found that cryptochromes are conserved across various green organisms, influencing cell structures responsible for photosynthesis. The researchers discovered that a specific cryptochrome can actually lead to increased growth despite appearing darker green due to denser packed cell membranes.
The FORRT community has developed a glossary of terms to clarify terminology in open science, ensuring effective communication among newcomers and experts. The glossary reflects the principles of Open Scholarship, including social justice, diversity, and accessibility.
Ants have evolved a unique division of labor for over 100 million years, with fossil discoveries providing the first evidence of cooperative behavior in the early Cretaceous period. The study describes two new species of extinct ants, revealing intricate details about their anatomy and social structure.
A research team led by Dr. Serge Krasnokutski has discovered a reaction pathway that can form peptide chains under cosmic conditions without water. This finding suggests that the origin of peptides could be extraterrestrial in nature, challenging the conventional assumption that life emerged on Earth.
A research team from the University of Jena has made an important breakthrough in generating high-energy proton radiation using laser-plasma interaction. By precisely adjusting parameters such as foil thickness, laser focusing, and pulse duration, they have achieved a maximum energy yield that could enable the development of smaller an...
A global study of over 50,000 people found that national identity is a strong predictor of support for public health policies during the pandemic. Those who identify more strongly with their nation are more willing to accept restrictions and support policy measures.
Researchers at Friedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena investigated how people with cochlear implants perceive vocal emotions. They found that the group with cochlear implants showed lower scores overall in recognizing emotional nuances, but some individuals could effectively utilize timbre to distinguish between fearful and angry voices.
The University of Jena chemist, Martin Oschatz, aims to develop new physicochemical approaches for catalysis using sustainable materials. He seeks to create quasi 'artificial bonding states' between surfaces and liquids to achieve ammonia synthesis at room temperature.
A team of bioinformaticians at Friedrich Schiller University Jena developed a method to identify small active substance molecules using machine-learning methods. They successfully identified 11 new, previously unknown bile acids in mice using this approach.
Researchers discovered a small RNA molecule that regulates both the production of the cholera toxin and the metabolism of the cholera bacterium. This finding provides a new target for developing treatments against cholera and has implications for biotechnological applications.
Researchers at Friedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena have created a way to melt normally unmeltable metal-organic framework compounds, or MOFs, into glasses. This process enables the production of glass components for various industrial applications, including energy and environmental technology.
An international research team has described a complete reaction path for electrocatalytic hydrogen generation using a newly produced compound inspired by nature. The findings provide new insights into the catalysis process and enable more efficient production of hydrogen as a sustainable energy source.
Researchers from the University of Jena have developed a hybrid membrane that prevents lithium dendrites and doubles the battery's lifetime. The membrane uses tiny pores to reduce ion transport, preventing dendrite nucleation.
An international research team, including the University of Jena, has developed a new method for studying atomic structures on material surfaces. The technique uses short-wavelength laser pulses to observe chemical reactions and interfaces at the atomic level.
A new method, Coherence Tomography with Extreme Ultraviolet Light (XCT), enables non-invasive observation and analysis of tiny structures in semiconductors. The technique uses broadband XUV radiation to generate coherent light with nanometer precision.
Chemists at the University of Jena have successfully created a bimetallic main-group complex using gallium, demonstrating cooperative bond activation that can remove fluorine atoms from hydrocarbon compounds. The breakthrough paves the way for further development of sustainable catalytic reactions.
Researchers at Friedrich Schiller University Jena have developed a refined process for thermally tempering thin glass, removing limitations on strength. The new method uses a liquid coolant to create a thermal gradient, enabling the production of high-strength glasses without thickness restrictions.
Researchers at the University of Jena have developed a light-emitting silicon alloy, paving the way for silicon lasers that could revolutionize optical data processing. The alloy's unique crystal structure enhances the probability of efficient photon emission.
A research team at Friedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena has identified a small ribonucleic acid that influences the antibiotic-resistance of Vibrio cholerae. The protein CrvA plays a crucial role in maintaining cell form and is essential for survival on contact with penicillin.
Bioinformaticians at Friedrich Schiller University Jena developed a new method called CANOPUS that assigns structural properties to unidentified metabolites, increasing knowledge gained from examining molecules. The two-stage process uses machine learning methods to identify compound classes.
Researchers have successfully developed a new class of hybrid glass materials that combine the properties of organometallic networks with those of conventional glasses. These materials exhibit improved mechanical properties, such as impact and fracture toughness, and can be tailored for specific applications.
Researchers found that reduced insect density influences plant composition and development, with dominant plant species becoming more prevalent. This can lead to mismatches between plant and animal species, causing adverse consequences for the ecosystem.