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Researchers from Bonn and Tübingen clarify the neuronal basis of the mathematical concept of "zero" Despite its importance for mathematics, the neuronal basis of the number zero in the human brain was previously unknown. Researchers from the University Hospital Bonn (UKB), the University of Bonn and the University of Tübingen have now discovered that individual nerve cells in the medial temporal lobe recognize zero as a numerical value and not as a separate category "nothing".

About 250 scientists from 14 countries will explore the latest findings from pioneering global research at the International Conference on Complexity and Topology in Quantum Matter CT.QMAT24 in Dresden from September 23 to 27.

Hexagonal electro-hydraulic modules act like artificial muscles that can be used to configure robots with various functions Newly developed hexagonal robot components can be easily assembled into high-speed robots in building block fashion.

The lightest of all'elements, hydrogen, is in great demand due to its promising role as a sustainable resource in the energy transition. A team from Leipzig University and TU Dresden, as part of the Hydrogen Isotopes 1,2,3H Research Training Group, has made an important breakthrough in the efficient and cost-effective provision of isotopes.

The TU Ilmenau is today (19.09.2024) handing over the innovation platform ThAFF-InnoNET, which emerged from a research project, to the Thuringian Agency For Skilled Personnel Marketing (ThAFF).

In future crisis situations, citizens want to be informed about the current situation by authorities and the media in a faster, more comprehensible and more emotional way - and in the sense of a genuine dialog, they want to contribute their own different levels of knowledge and values.

European Commission supports establishment of MSCA doctoral networks in physics, life sciences, engineering sciences and medicine Five new cross-border and inter-institutional doctoral networks at He

The number of electric vehicles (EVs) is increasing worldwide. The use of EVs can play an important role in achieving zero-emission goals.

Together with Egyptian conservators a team of the University of Würzburg has discovered traces of gold leaf, remnants of the colourful paintings and ancient graffiti in the temple of Edfu. Egyptian temples were not only colourful but also gleamed in glistening gold. Columns, gates and obelisks had been covered in gold since the beginning of the Pharaonic Period.

As a clinician scientist, Philipp Backhaus works at University Hospital Münster as well as conducting research at the University of Münster's European Institute for Molecular Imaging There's plenty to do at the University of Münster even out of termtime.

University, Studierendenwerk and student body are calling on landlords to rent accommodation to students at a reasonable price At the start of the winter semester, thousands of young people from all'over the world will once again commence their studies in Bonn.

International Affairs Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Published: Living together only works well if each and every individual can co-operate with other people and experience how helpful other perspectives can be.

Exploring a valley and caves on Mars, searching for life: These are the goals of the German research initiative VaMEx.