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People from East Germany are still significantly less likely to reach top positions. Researchers from Saxony and Thuringia are investigating why change in this area is coming so slowly.

Virus research: How computers help scientists better understand viruses

Whether it's COVID-19 or monkeypox, viruses mutate at a rapid pace. A new research consortium involving the University of Leipzig now aims to use computer tools to decode viruses more quickly and thus be better prepared for future outbreaks. | more

How did Hannibal get his elephants across the Alps?

How did Hannibal manage to cross the Alps with 37 war elephants? A new computational model provides strong evidence to answer this 2,200-year-old question. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

The human-dog bond is stronger worldwide than previously thought

Are dogs really man's best friends all over the world? Researchers from Leipzig and Jena have systematically investigated this question for the first time – in five countries on four continents. Their finding: The bond between humans and dogs is surprisingly universal. | more

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