Sci comms officer at @EMBLHamburg & @embl. Former neuroscientist, @iScience_CP editor & @ConnectRD comms officer. Passionate about driving change. Own views.

Hamburg, Germany
Joined April 2015
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EMBL’s Sabbatical Fellowship Programme is slowly growing, attracting participants from around the world with collaborative insights & access to world-class technology. embl.org/news/connections/a-…
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Congratulations to our partners @NenckiInstitute and @BRAINCITYWarsaw on the launch of a new BRAINCITY International Research Agenda project, as well as EMERALD, a new initiative to strengthen connections between EMBL, @EMBO and the wider Polish science community.
We’ve just wrapped up two exceptional days full of inspiration, scientific discussions, and new collaborative opportunities! ✨ 🔹On October 14-15, 2025, the Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology, PAS hosted a unique scientific event combining: ➡ the official opening of the 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐌𝐀𝐁 𝐅𝐄𝐍𝐆 and 𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐋𝐃 projects, ➡ with the international 𝐍𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐊𝐈 - 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 - 𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐄 Symposium 🔸Following the official part, which presented the objectives and assumptions of both projects, participants had the opportunity to visit selected laboratories at BRAINCITY and the Nencki Institute, after which the academic part began, comprising lecture sessions with the participation of distinguished scientists from the Nencki Institute, EMBL, DANDRITE, and BRAINCITY. 🔸The second day of the symposium was dedicated to further scientific presentations and thematic discussions, providing an inspiring platform for the exchange of experiences and the establishment of new research collaborations. ✅ Both projects inaugurated during the event - BRAINCITY MAB FENG and EMERALD - represent important directions in strengthening the Nencki Institute’s research potential and scientific infrastructure. This joint initiative of the Nencki Institute, BRAINCITY, EMBL, and DANDRITE marks an important step toward strengthening international scientific networks. The event also provided a unique opportunity to showcase effective cross-sector cooperation between science, administration, and international institutions. 🤝 We extend our sincere thanks to all participants and partners of the event for their active participation, inspiring discussions, and commitment.❗️ More information can be found on our website ⬇️ nencki.edu.pl/joint-braincit… ▪ EMERALD is supported by the Ministry of Science of the Republic of Poland grant no. MNiSW/2024/DWM/272. ▪ BRAINCITY is supported by the European Funds for Smart Economy 2021-2027 grant no. FENG.02.01-IP.05-0010/24.
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Happy birthday, EMBL Hamburg!
To celebrate EMBL Hamburg’s 50th anniversary, we reflect on some key moments in the site’s history. Read about the role the DORIS storage ring played in EMBL Hamburg’s early years, setting the stage for pioneering research and innovation. embl.org/about/info/archive/…
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EMBL’s AI initiative strives to transform all areas of life science research through full AI integration. Major funding from the Hector Foundation is dedicated to attracting interdisciplinary talent and boosting infrastructure, training, & innovation. embl.org/news/connections/ai…
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EMBL Hamburg scientists have discovered a group of mysterious microbial cold-loving molecules, ‘cryorhodopsins’ with extraordinary abilities. They are the first observed molecules that can act as both on and off switches for electrical activity in cells. embl.org/news/science-techno…
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Congratulations to our EIPOD Fellow, Kirill Kovalev, and his collaborators on the new paper presenting the cold-loving ‘cryorhodopsins’.
EMBL Hamburg scientists have discovered a group of mysterious microbial cold-loving molecules, ‘cryorhodopsins’ with extraordinary abilities. They are the first observed molecules that can act as both on and off switches for electrical activity in cells. embl.org/news/science-techno…
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✨ #ELIXIR is looking for an outreach officer! This role will work closely with the ELIXIR External Relations team to manage, implement and monitor ELIXIR’s #impact and industry portfolios, supporting outreach to key stakeholders. Apply by 1 June: loom.ly/b0rugZI
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We are pleased to present a position paper outlining EMBL’s recommendations for @EU_Commission’s upcoming Strategy for European Life Sciences. Our recommendations span several interconnected areas, such as research infrastructures, data resources, & AI. embl.org/news/embl-announcem…
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How is AI transforming life sciences – and what’s holding it back? Participants of the 5th EMBL Partnership Conference share insights on data challenges, validation hurdles, and why collaboration is key. 👉 embl.org/news/connections/em… #EMBLAIOneHealth
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Yesterday marked 50 years since @EMBL and @DESY signed the agreement that established the EMBL outstation in Hamburg. 🎂 Join us throughout this anniversary year as we look back at our journey and celebrate the future ahead! embl.org/sites/hamburg/histo…
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👇 Check out our series of short stories that spotlight proteins through the eyes of scientists. It highlights the human side of science—the beauty and joy that researchers find in molecules. 🤩
Science is full of wonder, creativity, and unexpected stories! 🌟 In this special series, EMBL scientists share their passion about proteins in stories full of curiosity and imagination. 👀 Join us in uncovering nature’s hidden structures: embl.org/news/tag/cute-prote… 1/2
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My favourite Polish dish made it to space! 🤩🥟🚀
Pierogi in space! 🥟😋 For the first time, these Polish dumplings will make it to the International @Space_Station with @astro_slawosz 🇵🇱. Spaceflight history in the making: esa.int/Science_Exploration/…
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(2/2) On Rare Disease Day, we’re highlighting EMBL's molecular biology research & services in this area. Check out our collection of stories: embl.org/news/tag/rare-disea…
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(1/2) On Rare Disease Day, we’re highlighting EMBL's molecular biology research & services in this area. Check out our collection of stories: embl.org/news/tag/rare-disea…
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Sustainable Research Symposium highlights! 🔆 Fernando Valladares will be our keynote speaker - an awarded scientist, expert in environmental communication. He will share his views about the importance of working together for a sustainable future. ♻️ embl.org/about/info/sustaina…
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A two-and-a-half-year-old girl shows no signs of a rare genetic disorder, after becoming the first person to be treated for the motor-neuron condition while in the womb. go.nature.com/41rTqIw
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We celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science with our @EIROforum partners. 👩‍🔬 The eight organisations, including EMBL, teamed up to highlight #WomenInScience across different disciplines. For more inspiration by #EMBLWomenInScience: embl.org/news/tag/women-in-s…
Happy International Day of #WomenAndGirlsInScience! To celebrate, our members @CERN @embl @esa @ESO @esrfsynchrotron @FusionInCloseUp @fusionforenergy @EuropeanXFEL & Institut Laue-Langevin "passed the phone" to some of their female scientists! #PassThePhoneSTEM #WomenInSTEM
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📢Calling female African scientists. Applications open for the EMBL-UNESCO residencies in infection biology: 🪴Grow your network 🧪Develop your skills 🧠Exchange knowledge with international colleagues Deadline 31 March 2025 embl.org/about/info/scientif… #WomenInSTEM #WomenInScience
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Personally, I'm a fan of yerba mate, which added to my excitement about this new map of yerba mate genome. This research, which involved my colleagues at EMBL Hamburg, could enable creating new yerba mate varieties in the future. I'd love to see a decaf version one day 🧉🌿🤞
Scientists at @Exactas_UBA, @EMBLHamburg, @MCB_Illinois and others mapped yerba mate’s genome, providing surprising facts about its biochemistry and evolution of caffeine biosynthesis. Find out more: embl.org/news/science-techno…
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Congratulations to our scientists from the García Alai Team for their new paper presenting the yerba mate genome! 🧉🧬🧪
Scientists at @Exactas_UBA, @EMBLHamburg, @MCB_Illinois and others mapped yerba mate’s genome, providing surprising facts about its biochemistry and evolution of caffeine biosynthesis. Find out more: embl.org/news/science-techno…
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