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Neurodegenerative Diseases

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  • ALS
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  • Lewy-Body-Disease
  • Huntington's
  • FTD
  • Ataxia
  • Childhood Dementia

News

  • A person lies in a mobile MRI scanner on a stage, with a full concert hall visible in the background.

    Music Meets Neuroscience as “Notes and Neurons” Series Debuts in Cologne

    Featuring Bläck Fööss and the Gürzenich Orchestra.

    13.07.2026

  • The image shows a growing nerve cell with several extensions, viewed under a fluorescence microscope. The cell body in the center of the image glows yellow-orange and gives way to numerous long, branched extensions that radiate outward. The extensions appear in shades of orange and violet against a dark blue background.

    Cellular Metamorphosis: Scientists Uncover a Key Mechanism Behind Nerve Growth

    Rhythmic changes of a neuron push development of its long projection.

    09.07.2026

  • The photo shows a large choir and orchestra performing in a church or concert hall. A conductor stands at the center facing the performers with their back to the audience. Above the ensemble, a large magenta sign displays the event title “Notes and Neurons.” The stage is illuminated with pink and purple lighting while the choir, soloists, and orchestra perform together. The image documents a public event combining music and neuroscience.

    Brain Scans and Beats at the Cologne Philharmonie

    Opening concert on July 10, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. at the Cologne Philharmonie – Premiere of the “Notes and Neurons” series on the occasion of Germany’s Science Year 2026: Medicine of the Future.

    06.07.2026

  • Close-up of a human eye featuring a vivid blue iris with radial patterns that resemble electric or lightning-like lines (symbol image).

    „BrightFocus Foundation“ Funds Two DZNE Projects on Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Alzheimer’s

    Innovative research into disease mechanisms and early detection: Two scientists in Bonn and Magdeburg receive international funding.

    01.07.2026

  • Portrait Ahmad Aziz.

    EU Funds Bonn Neuroscientist with €150,000

    New Software Aims to Analyze Genetic Risk Factors for Neurodegenerative Diseases.

    30.06.2026

Research Areas

Further news

  • The 3D illustration depicts multiple Y-shaped antibodies with light-colored binding regions floating against a blurred blue background.

    DZNE Awarded around 3.5 Million US Dollars in Funding for Parkinson’s Research

    The German institute leads international consortium to develop precise antibodies for research applications.

    29.06.2026

  • Presentation of the Leopoldina membership certificate to Prof. Thomas Misgeld

    Prof. Thomas Misgeld Received Membership Certificate from the Leopoldina

    DZNE Munich Neuroscientist Officially Inducted into the German National Academy of Sciences Leopoldina.

    25.06.2026

  • The graphic shows a dense grid of vertical columns containing glowing blue, turquoise, and purple markings. The patterns resemble DNA sequencing data, gene expression profiles, or other genomic analyses. Variations in signal intensity create the impression of large biological datasets and modern bioinformatics or genome research. As no labels or scales are visible, the image primarily serves as a visual representation of complex genetic data.

    25,000 Genomes for Brain Health

    A globally unparalleled data base aims to advance research into brain disorders.

    19.06.2026

  • Pilgrims walking on their way to Santiago de Compostela. Camino de Santiago milestone sign on forest scene.

    Walking the “Camino” for Dementia: DZNE Scientist Joins Fellow Advocates

    Next edition of “Walking the Talk for Dementia” starts at the end of June.

    12.06.2026

  • Close-up of a person holding a smartphone with a green case in both hands while looking at the screen

    Smartphone Tests Spot Cognitive Decline Faster than Standard Method

    Study shows potential of digital assessment: application could be in clinical trials and clinical routine.

    10.06.2026

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