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Die Darstellung zeigt, wie Lichtteilchen in einem Trichter gefangen werden.

A funnel of light

Physicists of the University of Würzburg, in a joint collaboration with colleagues from the University of Rostock, have developed a light funnel apparatus. It could serve as a new platform for hypersensitive optical detectors.

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Mit speziellen Liganden ließ sich nachweisen, dass Opioid-Rezeptoren auch als Zweierpaare in der Zellmembran vorliegen.

New Molecular Probes for Opioid Receptors

It could be an important step forward in the improvement of pain therapy: Thanks to newly developed molecular probes, the behavior of individual opioid receptors can now be studied in detail.

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Links ein Lungentumor, der USP28 exprimiert. Rechts dagegen Tumore, in denen USP28 mittels Genschere „ausgeschnitten“ wurde – sie sind deutlich kleiner. Der Größenbalken befindet sich links am Bildrand.

Tracking Down False Parkers in Cancer Cells

In squamous cell carcinoma, a protein ensures that unneeded proteins are no longer disposed of. A research team at the University of Würzburg has switched off this protein for the first time.

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Studying in Würzburg

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Explore Würzburg!

Experience Theatre and Art, History and Architecture, Dancing and Celebrations next to the beautiful River of Main flowing in the Heart of the green City.

125th Anniversary of the Discovery of X-Rays

In 2020, we will celebrate the 125th anniversary of the discovery of the X-rays with numerous events and exhibitions.

Strong in Research and Collaborations

Strong in Research

True to its motto ‘Science for Society’, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (JMU) is committed to advancing research in a wide range of disciplines. Academic rankings confirm JMU’s place among the world’s high-performing research universities.

Science in Motion

In our series ‘Science in Motion ’, we present the people behind the cutting-edge research at the Julius-Maximilian-University of Würzburg (JMU). In this episode, RNA researcher and biochemist Jörg Vogel takes us to HIRI - the Helmholtz Institute for RNA-based Infection Research.

Cluster of Excellence

The Cluster of Excellence  ‘Complexity and Topology in Quantum Matter ’ investigates topological and complex quantum materials as well as their potential applications.