Under the leadership of the UFZ and Duke University, researchers used a special isotope signature to discover that most of the toxic metals that can accumulate in wheat grains do not come from the soil but rather from the mineral fertiliser. »
Three UFZ scientists - Prof Josef Settele, Dr Tesfaye Wubet and Prof Jakob Zscheischler - are represented in the annual ranking of the most cited and therefore most influential researchers worldwide in 2025.»
Plant protection products often have a negative effect on organisms that are not the primary target of their use. This is also shown by a UFZ study, which investigated behavioural changes in pollinators and fish in an animal model. »
What role does our environment play in the quality of life of the population? On 13 November, experts from science, politics and practice will discuss aspects of environment-related quality of life, practical examples and conflicting goals at the Leopoldina in Halle.»
A green roof on the Gewandhaus concert hall in Leipzig improves the urban microclimate and the building's thermal insulation. Researchers from the UFZ, HTWK and Leipzig University will also use it as a research laboratory to optimise the use of green roofs in cities.»
Decipheing organic matter transformation pathways in an anoxic environment using Ultra-high resolution mass spectrometry
Placenta as the window on to fetal immunity
