Multidisciplinary research team sheds light on the 1,400-year-old mystery about the genetic origins of the…
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The Max Planck Institute is a network of over 80 independent research institutions in Germany and abroad, renowned for pioneering work across a wide spectrum of scientific disciplines—from physics and astronomy to biology, social sciences, and humanities. Founded in 1948 and named after physicist Max Planck, the institutes are part of the Max Planck Society and are internationally recognized for pushing the boundaries of fundamental science. Each institute focuses on specific areas of research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation that frequently leads to groundbreaking discoveries and influential scientific publications.
The loss of smell during COVID-19 has renewed interest in the historical role of scent.…
Organic, carbon-based, materials already see widespread use in displays today, but they are also promising…
Researchers have demonstrated Wannier-Stark localization in polycrystalline perovskite, a breakthrough that could lead to more…
Superamphiphobic surfaces can prevent and dissipate foam by destabilizing bubbles, offering a chemical-free solution for…
A well-preserved Paleolithic site in northern China reveals a new and previously unidentified set of…
Special shell protects Antarctic scallop from ice build-up. Airplane wings that don’t ice up or…
Sequencing the complex potato genome opens the door to breeding more resilient varieties, enhancing global…
A recent review paper highlights the significant theoretical and practical advancements in magnetic topological materials,…
Researchers find salt deposits in an impact crater on the dwarf planet. The third-largest crater…
A COVID-19 risk variant inherited from Neanderthals reduces a person’s risk of contracting HIV by…
Neutrinos Are Lighter Than 0.8 Electronvolts New world record: KATRIN experiment limits neutrino mass with…
European joint experiment prepares transition to large-scale ITER project. Following the example of the sun,…
Pollen data from 19 modern European countries reveals that although the Black Death had a…
Sponges grow in large numbers and to impressive size on the peaks of extinct underwater…
Incredibly sensitive instruments used in landmark discoveries could help solve one of the biggest remaining…
A Gigantic Lane Made of Raw Material for New Stars Astronomers discover a huge filament…
Beating the Odds in Mutation’s Game of Chance New research challenges the long-held assumption that…