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Blog of the members of the Institute for Cardiogenetics at the University in Lübeck.
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Carrying Forward Jeanette Erdmann's Mission for Collagen VI Research
Jeanette Erdmann (1965–2023) was not only a brilliant scientist but also a beacon of hope for individuals affected by Collagen VI-related dystrophies in Germany and beyond. Her personal journey with this rare condition fueled her determination to make a difference—not just for…
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DZHK 10th Retreat in Frankfurt
The 10th DZHK Retreat took place in Frankfurt, with a special invitation to Prof. Tomasz Guzik, Editor-in-Chief of Cardiovascular Research from the University of Edinburgh, UK. He delivered a compelling talk on inflammation and oxidation in vascular biology, particularly in the…
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Two Thesis Defenses in One Day – A First for ICG!
For the first time in ICG, we had the unique coincidence of two thesis defenses happening on the same day and at the same time! A big congratulations to Viktor and Franzi for this incredible achievement. Franzi successfully defended her PhD thesis, while Viktor defended his MD…
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From Genetic Discoveries to Gene Function in Human Diseases Conference
This conference marked the first time it brought together prominent figures in the field of cardiovascular disease and genetics. Our team members from the Institute of Cardiogenetics consisting of Luis, Nadine, and Redouane, had the opportunity to present our work with two…
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Memories Jeanette Erdmann
***************************************************************** Today, July 9th, marks one year since Jeanette's passing. We remember her with heavy hearts, cherishing the impact she made on our lives with her warmth, kindness, and exceptional professionalism. Her legacy…
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13th DZHK Retreat NORTH, Neumünster
Northern Heart Alliance 13th DZHK Retreat NORTH, 6 - 7 June 2024 At the 13th DZHK Retreat NORTH, we discussed translation aspects of basic science, collected ideas for clinical trials and talked about how AI is reshaping life sciences research. Also congratulations to Johann…
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Workshop on the Use of Zebrafish as an Animal Model at ICG and Other Disciplines
Today, we hosted a highly successful workshop focusing on the use of zebrafish as an animal model across various research areas (see Agenda). The event brought together experts from diverse research disciplines, facilitating an exchange of knowledge and techniques in imaging and…
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Symposium in Memory of Jeanette Erdmann (March 7th, 2024)
We held a symposium to honor the memory of our esteemed colleague, Jeanette Erdmann, who served as the head of our Institute for Cardiogenetics and a Professor at DZHK. Jeanette, an extraordinary scientist, mentor, and friend, tragically passed away in July 2023 due to an…
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Farewell to Anja
Today, we bid farewell to Anja, commemorating her contributions with a presentation highlighting her accomplishments in iPS-derived organoids within different projects. After that, we got together and enjoyed pizza! Anja played a key role in organizing the Stem Cell Club Lübeck,…
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ICG Christmas party
It's a tradition for ICG members to gather and celebrate the Christmas party. Despite the extraordinary challenges faced this year, we successfully located a venue to unite and enjoy the festive ambiance outside Lübeck. This year's event took place at the Icestock SCHARBEUTZ (…
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NCCR Christmas Meeting in Lübeck: A Recap of Scientific Insights and Festive Atmosphere
This year's NCCR Christmas Meeting in Lübeck brought together PIs and scientists for our DZHK Standort north, an insightful and festive gathering. The event kicked off with an overview of the DZHK Heart Bank, offering a comprehensive valuable resources of biobank samples,…
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The annual local retreat in Greifswald
In the context of the upcoming merger into the "Nord" location, DZHK PIs and scientists from the "NCCR" location Hamburg/Kiel/Lübeck were invited to discuss scientific content together with colleagues from Greifswald and develop joint project ideas. The retreat took place from…
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Kick-off Meeting for DFG-Funded Grant: Investigating the Sex-Specific Role of the CYP17A1 Locus
Today, we successfully conducted the kick-off meeting for our recently awarded DFG-funded grant, which amounts to €400,000. The meeting took place online and saw the active participation of Redouane on one side and Walter, and myself on the other side. The project was at the…
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Stem Cell Club Lübeck Series comes to a successful end
Over the year, I, Anja, hosted the Stem Cell Club Lübeck. An online meeting of stem cell scientists across Germany, especially in the northern areas. The meeting took place every 2nd month on a virtual platform, always hosting 2 speakers. Yesterday, our last meeting took place…
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In press at European Heart Journal
Following the welcome news of acceptance, our collaborative manuscript, titled " Autoantibodies against the chemokine receptor 3 predict cardiovascular risk " is now available online on the European Heart Journal's website ( https://academic.oup.com/eurheartj ; IF EHJ: 39.3).…
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PXE Budapest 2023 Meeting
I had the privilege of attending the PXE meeting, which took place in the vibrant city of Budapest, Hungary, from October 1 to 3 October 2023. This gathering brought together a diverse assembly of about 60 scientists and physicians hailing from different countries, as well as…
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The 9th Young DZHK Retreat
Deep in the woods, covered by trees, along the Templiner See, the 9th Young DZHK Retreat took place in Potsdam this year (13 th Sept-15 th Sept, 2023). In total, 97 young, talented and motivated scientists from seven partner sites of the DZHK in Germany, participated at the…
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Attending the 2nd Leducq AtheroGEN Network Meeting in Berlin without Jeanette
It has been almost 2.5 months since Jeanette's passing, and we have recently resumed our activities. Redouane (virtually), Tobias, Marlon, and I attended the second Leducq AtheroGEN Network Meeting in Berlin. We were grateful for the opportunity to share our data with others…
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Celebrating Inspiration and Collaboration at Yesterday's CircGPM Editors Meeting
Yesterday's CircGPM Editors Meeting was an inspiring and uplifting gathering that highlighted the dedication, resilience, and achievements of our team. While we bid farewell to our Social Media Editor, Jennie J. Lin, we take pride in our steady impact factor amidst the…