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Old age without fragility – Young researchers are investigating how the interplay of genes, nutrition, and exercise can influence muscle loss as we age
From the age of 50, many people feel that their strength is gradually diminishing and movements are becoming more and more difficult. This is normal... more
33 Questions for Prof. André Kleinridders
Who are you? What is your current research project? What did you have for breakfast? And why did you enter the field of science? Portal Wissen wants... more
Alternative Milk from Peas – Start-up VlyFoods believes in nutritional value and environmental protection
Oat, rice, soy or almond milk - plant-based alternatives to classic cow’s milk are trendy and in increasing demand. Nicolas Hartmann, Niklas Katter,... more
Sparkling and tasty – Start-up “Noa Drinks” develops non-alcoholic gin
Sparkling or non-sparkling wine without alcohol often has an insipid flavor: either watery or just sweet. In any case, these alternatives are hardly... more
Searching for Traces – Nutritional Scientists Want to Fill Knowledge Gaps about Trace Elements
Iodine, zinc, iron, copper, selenium, and manganese are essential trace elements our body needs in tiny quantities. Yet basic knowledge about these... more
Tracking down hunger with nose, ears and heart – Psychologists test a promising new therapeutic approach for eating and weight disorders
A crispy bread roll, a juicy mango, or a warming soup - our food appeals to many senses and usually serves more than just the need to fill the... more
Learning How to Lose Weight
Psychologists in Potsdam have developed a training program for obese young people They’ve just grown out of children’s shoes and are already too fat. Unfortunately this no longer a rare situation. Pathological obesity at an early... more
Too Much or Not Enough
Malnutrition – A worldwide problem Not enough food to fill the stomach. This is bitter reality for about 2 billion people on our globe. Millions die every year. Undernourishment is... more