Press Releases

Researchers solve mystery of how minimalist plant immune molecules become activated 
A new study published in the journal Nature shows that the same phenomenon that occurs when we try to mix oil and water – phase separation – plays an important role in the immune system of plants.
 
How a common weed builds up explosive force
Hairy bittercress has explosive fruit that fire seeds in all directions. MPI researchers discover how these seed pods power their own explosion.
New insights in the regulation of genetic information exchange
A study, led by André Marques, identified chromosome pairing as key in the control for the distribution of genetic material. The findings will provide further insights towards new approaches in plant breeding.

News

Max Planck Foundation Research Groups (Carbon Capture) – Apply now! 
The Max Planck Society is currently looking for Max Planck Foundation Research Group Leaders in the area of carbon capture technologies.
 

Events & Seminars

Sanwen Huang: Genome design of hybird potatos

Monday
Apr 8, 2024 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM (Local Time Germany)
MPIPZ, Room: Lecture hall

Cara Haney: Getting to the root of host-microbe interactions

Thursday
Apr 18, 2024 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Local Time Germany)
MPIPZ, Room: Lecture hall

From school to lab bench – on 25. April 2024 girls’ day!

Apr 25, 2024 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (Local Time Germany)
MPIPZ

Career

Lise Meitner Excellence Program
The Max Planck Society invites outstanding female scientists to apply to the Lise Meitner Excellence Programme, which supports tenure-track group leader positions at thematically relevant MP Institutes. The deadline for applications is April 10th, 2024
 
Group Photo PhD Retreat 2023
Together with our University partners in Cologne and Düsseldorf we train about 90 mostly international doctoral students and are inviting talented young researchers to apply for individual open positions and to our structured IMPRS programme.
Postdoc Program
Since 2019, all MPIPZ postdocs take part of a Career Development Program. This program aims to support them success in their careers.
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