Rod and sphere models are a thing of the past – 3D printing models are where it’s at. Scientists at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg are also discovering the possibilities and value of using 3D printing in their research Read more
The fundamental principle behind biomimetics is to copy “successful models” from nature, the ultimate master-builder, and to use these when developing new technology. Chemist Dr. Filipe Natalio uses Read more
Research is not always a local issue. For a long time now, scientists have been on the move on every continent in search of answers. Sometimes they have to venture into uncertain territory Read more
Sprinters who cross themselves after breaking a new record. Footballers who celebrate their long awaited goal by folding their hands in prayer. Female athletes who only appear in head scarves Read more
No, liquid crystals weren’t invented by someone from Halle. They were discovered by an Austrian. However, thanks to the vision of some pioneers from Halle we are now able to swipe our Read more
Of all places, Russia’s most important bread basket lies in the remote Western Siberian Steppe. The area is crucial for the government of this giant realm as it ensures harvests and safeguards the country from expensive imports. Yet the area is endangered. For decades the steppe’s soil has been destroyed by improper farming techniques and strong climate fluctuations. How and if it is possible to use the area more sustainably in the future while, at the same time, increasing yields is what Halle’s geo-ecologist, Professor Manfred Frühauf, is hoping to find out in the next five years as part of a joint research project. Read more
Plants are not mute. They possess a special language and reveal themselves to be exceedingly inventive when using it. Their vocabulary consists of an abundance of odours which they emit into their environment. They can even produce aromatic signals to call for help. Prof. Dr. Jörg Degenhardt, a pharmacist from Halle, is interested in these substances. His investigations includes how and why plants emit certain odours. Read more
