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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · 20h

Welcome, Prof. Dr. Linda Brunotte, to Pulmonary Infections!

Her cutting-edge research unravels the complex battle between influenza viruses & the human immune system.

Excited to have her advancing our understanding & treatment of respiratory diseases!

#PulmonaryInfections #InfluenzaResearch

Welcome, Prof. Dr. Linda Brunotte, to the Pulmonary Infections team! Her cutting-edge research unravels the complex battle between influenza viruses and the human immune system, focusing on innovative models to explore lung infection mechanisms and develop new antiviral therapies.
Excited to have her advancing our understanding and treatment of respiratory diseases!
#PulmonaryInfections #ResearchWelcome #InfluenzaResearch

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · 1d

“Infektiologie im Dialog” brought together experts for an in-depth symposium on current diagnostics & therapies in infectious diseases.

Through real-life case discussions & interactive exchange, participants from both clinical & outpatient settings gained valuable insights into topics.

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DZNE research center @dzne.science · 9d

DZNE is joining the Human Immunome Project (HIP) as a scientific partner and a member of the project’s European hub - together with @immunosens.bsky.social and the Germany-based "Swarm Learning Consortium".

👉 www.dzne.de/en/im-fokus/...

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Institute for Lung Health (ILH) @ilh-lunghealth.bsky.social · 10d

Congratulations to Prof. Dr. Soni S. Pullamsetti!
We are proud to share that Prof. Soni Pullamsetti, Principal Investigator at the Institute for Lung Health (ILH), has been awarded the ERS Mid Career Gold Medal in Pulmonary Circulation 2025 by the European Respiratory Society.

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · 10d

The @cpi-exstra.bsky.social is hiring!

Starting January 1, 2026, we are seeking a full-time Project Coordinator (m/f/d) in science administration at the @jlugiessen.bsky.social site in Gießen.

Find the full job description here:
www.pulmonary-infections.com/jobs/

The Cardio-Pulmonary Institute (CPI) is hiring!
Starting January 1, 2026, we are seeking a full-time Project Coordinator (m/f/d) in science administration at the Justus Liebig University Giessen site in Gießen.
In this role, you will support the cluster’s speaker with administrative tasks, coordinate events such as seminars and workshops, communicate with researchers and funding bodies, and contribute to science communication. Applicants should hold a university degree in natural sciences, medicine, or veterinary medicine, have experience in research management, and possess excellent proficiency in both German and English. Flexible working options, mobility ticket, and further training opportunities are included. Apply by October 23, 2025.

Find the full job description here:
https://lnkd.in/e_-EiT8X

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Cardio-Pulmonary Institute | CPI @cpi-exstra.bsky.social · 13d

🚀 Call for Applications - CPI Postdoc Grants

You want to shape the future of heart and lung research? We are seeking talented, ambitious postdocs to join our interdisciplinary team of over 200 scientists. Deadline: Oct 31!

Details and how to apply: cpi-online.de/academy-post... #ResearchGrant

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · 14d

Join us for “Infectiology in Dialogue” on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 6–8 PM at Lecture Hall II, Medical Teaching Center of JLU Giessen (Klinikstr. 29, 35392 Gießen).

We look forward to presenting exciting infectious disease cases and the latest developments in the field!

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Universität Münster @uni-muenster.de · 20d

Combining research and the clinic as a #ClinicianScientist: young medical professionals from our university exchanged views with experienced colleagues from Germany and abroad and got valuable tips and recommendations. #CareerSMünster @susanneherold.bsky.social @dfg.de uni.ms/9ja4h

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Broermann Medical Innovation Award @broermannaward.bsky.social · 20d

Congratulations to Prof. Dr. Carl June & Prof. Dr. Michel Sadelain on receiving the 2025 Broermann Medical Innovation Award for the development of the CAR-T cell immunotherapy!
Their work stands as a shining example of how research excellence can translate into real-world impact!

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Broermann Medical Innovation Award @broermannaward.bsky.social · 22d

Tomorrow, September 18, 2025, we will announce the laureate(s) of the first-ever Broermann Medical Innovation Award.

Who will be recognized for research that is & will save lives?

Stay tuned.

#BroermannAward #MedicalInnovation #ScienceRecognition #TranslationalResearch #FutureOfMedicine

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · 26d

Postdoc Opportunities at the Cardio-Pulmonary Institute (CPI, EXC2026)
Passionate about lung research? Join CPI for a top-notch environment studying pulmonary infections, chronic lung diseases, and cardio-pulmonary interactions.
Scan the QR code for details & how to apply.

Call for International Applications – Postdoc Positions at the Cardio-Pulmonary Institute (CPI, EXC2026)

Are you interested in lung research?
At the CPI, you’ll find an excellent environment to study pulmonary infections, chronic lung diseases & cardio-pulmonary interactions. As part of Germany’s Excellence Strategy, we unite leading scientists, state-of-the-art facilities & an international research community.

The CPI is now accepting applications for Advanced Postdoctoral Positions starting in 2026.

Deadline: October 31, 2025
Requirements: a PhD (or equivalent) title obtained within the last 5 years, and an excellent publication record

For more details & application guidelines, please scan the QR code below.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with colleagues and anyone who may be interested!

#CardioPulmonaryResearch #Postdoc #ExcellenceCluster #ResearchCareers

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Cardio-Pulmonary Institute | CPI @cpi-exstra.bsky.social · 27d

📢Have you just completed your PhD and are looking for a Postdoc position? We invite You to apply for our highly competitive Postdoc Grants. 👀
Read more and apply here: www.nature.com/naturecareer...

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · Sep 8

Save the Date: Infectiology in Dialogue 2025

On October 1, 2025, the Department of Medicine V (UKGM) invites you to the annual continuing education event, Infectiology in Dialogue.

Location: Medical Teaching Center, Justus Liebig University Giessen, Lecture Hall II
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM

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Broermann Medical Innovation Award @broermannaward.bsky.social · Sep 4

Great science doesn’t just push boundaries – it changes lives ...

In just two weeks, we will reveal the recipient(s) of the very first #BroermannMedicalInnovationAward – a recognition of outstanding science.

Who will receive our prestigious award?
Find out on September 18th, 2025

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Broermann Medical Innovation Award @broermannaward.bsky.social · Aug 28

Who will win the first #BroermannMedicalInnovationAward?
Selecting the winner(s) of our prestigious prize was no easy task for our jury, as the quality of the nominations we received was exceptional.
We will announce the winner(s) on September 18th, 2025, on our website & social media channels.

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · Aug 27

Our second-year PhD students had the opportunity to present their exciting research at the 21st annual retreat of the International Graduate Program “Molecular Biology and Medicine of the Lung” (MBML) in Castle Rauischholzhausen!

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Institute for Lung Health (ILH) @ilh-lunghealth.bsky.social · Aug 18

Winstel Lab is hiring a Technical Assistant part-time (50%) (m/f/d) to join the Translational Microbiology and Immunopathology of Infections group at the Faculty of Medicine, Justus Liebig University Giessen.

Find the full job description here:
www.uni-giessen.de/de/ueber-uns...

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · Aug 6

Paper Alert by Trauth et al

Researchers from the University of Giessen & Research Center Borstel evaluated the use of the BPaL regimen as a rescue/bridging therapy to manage intolerable side effects of the standard HRZE regimen in patients with drug-sensitive TB.
www.atsjournals.org/doi/10.1164/...

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Institute for Lung Health (ILH) @ilh-lunghealth.bsky.social · Aug 1

Congratulations to Prof. Dr. Rajkumar Savai on his role in the newly funded LOEWE research focus Lipid Space!

This collaborative project will explore how lipids regulate tissue homeostasis at the micro- and nanoscale.

#LipidResearch #TissueHomeostasis #CardiovascularResearch #CancerResearch

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · Jul 30

Congratulations to @paolopanza.bsky.social on receiving €287,000 in funding for his project BLOOM, which develops mini-lungs from patient cells to improve lung disease modeling. Part of the @proloewe.bsky.social network.

#LungResearch #Organoids

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · Jul 29

Congratulations 🎊 to Prof Paolo Panza for receiving a #LOEWE exploration grant on lung on lung microvasculature modeling in organoids 🫁🦠🧫

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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen (JLU) @jlugiessen.bsky.social · Jul 29

Hessisches #Exzellenzprogramm #LOEWE fördert neue Projekte an der #JLUGiessen: Dynamiken des #Religiösen, #Antifeminismus, die Rolle von #Lipiden sowie Anpassung an #Dürre im Fokus - Weitere Erfolge in der Förderlinie LOEWE-Exploration www.uni-giessen.de/de/ueber-uns... @proloewe.bsky.social

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Broermann Medical Innovation Award @broermannaward.bsky.social · Jul 28

Innovation never sleeps – innovation never stops.

Nominations are open for the 2026 Broermann Medical Innovation Award.

Do you know an outstanding medical professional – or a team of up to three researchers?

Nominate here:

www.broermann-award.org/nomination/

Nominations are open for the broermann medical innovation award 2026

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HeroldLab @heroldlab.bsky.social · Jul 28

Congratulations, Dr. Theresa Schäfer!

Theresa successfully defended her PhD thesis, “The Impact of GM-CSF on Lung Epithelial Cell Injury and Repair in Severe Influenza Virus Pneumonia.”

We are proud to celebrate this milestone with you!

#PhDDefense #MedicalResearch #InfluenzaResearch #LungHealth

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ProLOEWE @proloewe.bsky.social · Jul 22

🎉LOEWE-Spitzenprofessorin Prof. @susanneherold.bsky.social in die @leopoldina.org gewählt! Wir gratulieren sehr♥️herzlich und freuen uns mit Susanne Herold! @jlugiessen.bsky.social @ukgm.bsky.social @heroldlab.bsky.social Mehr ➡️
www.uni-giessen.de/de/ueber-uns...

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