We are the lung research center of the Leibniz Association. Our main focus: Common diseases such as asthma, allergies and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), as well as infection-related inflammation of the lungs, in particular tuberculosis (TB).
The program area is dedicated to research into asthma, COPD and allergies, as these are among the most common chronic diseases and therefore cause an enormous burden for both patients and healthcare systems.
The Infections program area is dedicated to researching and combating bacterial infectious diseases of the lung with a focus on tuberculosis. The aim is to improve the control and treatment of this disease.
Commitment to fighting tuberculosis and lung disease
The international community, including leading scientists, researchers, policymakers, healthcare professionals, community leaders, civil society representatives, funders, and affected communities from 120 countries, gathered in Copenhagen to reaffirm their commitment to fighting tuberculosis and lung disease.
26.11.2025
New Funding Phase for the Sub-Saharan-SeqNet Project: Cutting-Edge Diagnostics in the Fight Against Tuberculosis
The Sub-Saharan SeqNet project will continue its successful work: The Federal Ministry of Health (BMG) has approved a further funding phase of €2.5 million over three years to advance the development of state-of-the-art Next-Generation sequencing (NGS) technologies in the fight against drug-resistant tuberculosis and other emerging pathogens.
26.11.2025
Ein Schuhkarton für Kharkiv
Auch in diesem Jahr sammeln wir wieder Weihnachtspäckchen für die Mitarbeitenden des Tuberkulosekrankenhauses in Kharkiv– eine kleine Geste, die im vierten Kriegswinter Hoffnung schenkt. Die Pakete können bis zum 12.12.2025 abgegeben werden!
Dr. Sönke Andres
FG Gruppe_en: Diagnostic Mycobacteriology
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