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Lead scientist Anne Kathrine W. Runge extracts DNA in the clean room at the Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology to avoid contaminating the scarce DNA from archeological animal remains. © Christian Denkhaus / Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology

Animal remains investigated for paleopathological lesions at the German Archeological Institute. © Anne K. W. Runge / Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology

11.05.2026
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Science

Signatures of ancient pathogen DNA reconstructed from prehistoric animal remains extend scope of paleomicrobiology and open a path towards identifying the origins of zoonoses.

Ancient animal reservoirs of zoonotic diseases

The study investigates zoonotic pathogens during the Eurasian Bronze Age, a period of intense migration and the introduction of pastoralism, which facilitated the transmission of animal pathogens to humans. An international team analysed 346 samples (primarily from domesticated animals) from 34 arch…

On May 1, 2026, Ina Henze-Ludwig took over the sole management of COLANDIS GmbH. With the end of the founder Joachim Ludwig's activity, the next generation now fully assumes the leadership of the family business. © COLANDIS GmbH

11.05.2026
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Company

COLANDIS: Ina Henze-Ludwig assumes sole management

On May 1, 2026, Ina Henze-Ludwig took over the sole management of COLANDIS GmbH. With the end of the activity as managing director of the founder, Joachim Ludwig, the next generation now fully assumes the leadership of the family business. For customers and partners, COLANDIS remains a reliable cont…

Stacker containers with special detail: The ball valve in the outlet area is protected within the outer contour | Mohn GmbH

10.05.2026
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Products, devices, systems, plants for applications

Stainless steel stack containers with internal ball valve

More protection when handling

The Mohn GmbH has been specializing for decades in stainless steel solutions for hygienically demanding production areas. With the stackable stainless steel container, the company demonstrates that development expertise is not only present in complex systems but also in practical container solutions…

To ensure optimal processing, viscous contents in IBCs are often homogenised using agitators prior to processing. The two versions of the Schütz Impeller enable contamination-free agitation directly within the closed IBC. (Photo: Schütz)

To cater for a range of applications, Schütz has developed two different profiles for the Impeller. Both variants ensure consistent product quality of the tank contents, from filling to dispensing, as well as optimal homogenisation. (Photo: Schütz)

10.05.2026
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Packaging, Foil

Schütz Impeller: Contamination-free homogenisation of viscous media in IBCs

Under the motto “Circular Economy meets Technology” at Interpack 2026, Schütz will be showcasing solutions that combine circularity with technical performance to deliver maximum efficiency in customers’ supply chains. A prime example of this approach is the packaging specialist’s Impeller agitators…

The robust RFID label from Schreiner MediPharm reliably protects the integrated chip from mechanical stress and ensures long-term secure functionality.

The HERMA 132M HC labeling machine enables precise and process-safe application of the robust RFID labels from Schreiner MediPharm, even at high cycle rates.

09.05.2026
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Paper, Pens, Labels

Robust RFID labels meet precise labeling technology

Process-safe RFID labeling for vials by Schreiner MediPharm and HERMA at interpack

Schreiner MediPharm, a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative functional labels for the healthcare industry, and HERMA, an expert in labeling machines, are combining their expertise for an integrated RFID labeling solution. The combination of particularly robust RFID labels and precise lab…

Flexibly adjusting baffles of the Tecpharm 400

09.05.2026
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Products, devices, systems, plants for applications

New Tecpharm 400 tablet coater from Romaco at Interpack

Ideal for pharmaceutical coatings with a very large weight gain

Romaco celebrates the world premiere of its tablet coating system Tecpharm 400 at interpack. The highly automated technology offers specific advantages for coating with pharmaceutical active ingredients, which are often associated with a significant increase in tablet weight. Additionally, the full…

The Si-M is officially opened. (from left: Prof. Dr. Joachim Spranger, Dr. Ina Czyborra, Dorothee Bär, Astrid Lurati, Prof. Dr. Sina Bartfeld, Prof. Dr. Fatma Deniz, Prof. Dr. Heyo K. Kroemer, Prof. Dr. Andreas Thiel)

08.05.2026
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Science

Development of innovative medicines and groundbreaking therapies

Festive opening of the Si-M and BeCAT research centers

The Charité – University Medicine Berlin and the Technical University of Berlin opened the research centers "Berlin Center for Advanced Therapies" (BeCAT) and "The Simulated Human" (Si-M) on April 22, 2026. The highly specialized buildings offer scientists excellent conditions for researching and de…

08.05.2026
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Company

Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions (FHCS) announces the successful completion of its voluntary public takeover offer of Nilfisk.

Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions completes takeover offer of Nilfisk

Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions (FHCS) has successfully completed its voluntary public takeover of Nilfisk and has become majority shareholder with more than 90 % of the share capital and the associated voting rights in Nilfisk. FHCS intends now to initiate and complete a compulsory acquisit…

08.05.2026
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Devices

Stable conditions, smart control: POL-EKO climate chambers

Precise climate testing with POL-EKO

CiK Solutions GmbH is a leading provider of solutions for environmental and climate simulation, monitoring, and calibration. The company supports customers from industry, pharmaceuticals, and research with high-quality products and customized solutions for demanding applications and is now including…

Researcher at Fraunhofer THM inserting a wafer into the transfer chamber of a deposition/etching cluster for structuring using atomic layer etching. © Daniel Karmann / Fraunhofer IISB

Optical ring resonator with a diameter of 200 μm on a SiC substrate. © Pascal Del’Haye / MPL

Cross-section of a photonic structure in silicon carbide (SiC on Insulator, SiCOI). © Pascal Del’Haye / MPL

07.05.2026
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Know How, Institute

Atomic layer processing for silicon carbide-based quantum photonic circuits

Microphotonics meets microelectronics

Silicon carbide (SiC) is a promising material platform for photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and miniaturized solid-state quantum systems. In the ALP-4-SiC project – Atomic Layer Processing for SiC for Applications in Photonics and Quantum Communication – researchers from the Max Planck Institute…

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