Article - 28/06/2013 A world champion of regeneration Planarians can be cut into pieces, and each piece can regenerate into a complete organism. The flatworms are able to do this as they have a huge pool of adult totipotent stem cells that can differentiate into any body cell whatsoever, including germ cells. Scientists from the Heidelberg Institute for Theoretical Studies are using new algorithms to analyse the complex planarian genome structures with the aim of obtaining insights into the genetic…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/a-world-champion-of-regeneration
Article - 17/06/2013 New software systems for patient-friendly cancer radiotherapy The new large-scale cooperative project SPARTA is aimed at developing adaptive, intelligent and flexibly expandable software systems for the improved radiotherapy of cancer. The Heidelberg Institute of Radiation Oncology (HIRO), which integrates the common research interests of all institutions in Heidelberg active in the field of radiotherapy, plays a pivotal role in the project.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/new-software-systems-for-patient-friendly-cancer-radiotherapy
Dossier - 25/03/2013 Biotechnology goes automated Processes that previously required pipetting analysis and production to be carried out manually are increasingly now controlled by automated systems. However this has not necessarily involved a complete reinvention of the wheel instead automation systems used in the plant construction and mechanical engineering sectors are being adapted and optimised for application in the life sciences. https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/dossier/biotechnology-goes-automated
Article - 25/03/2013 IDP provides efficient help to address the flood of information The Institute of Data Analysis and Process Design IDP at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW has developed intelligent software to analyse thousands of gene expression products simultaneously and automatically. This software considerably reduces the workload. The IDP has recently become a member of BioLAGO e.V. and specialises in statistical data analysis modelling and optimisation of processes and systems.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/idp-provides-efficient-help-to-address-the-flood-of-information
Article - 04/02/2013 Combining bio- and medtech for the diagnosis of cardiac diseases The Department of Cardiology at Heidelberg University Hospital and Siemens Corporate Technology have been working together since 2011 to develop new software that improves the diagnosis of heart diseases. The new software analyses and manages data related to the genetic causes of cardiomyopathy and presents the data to physicians in a clear manner. Specific microRNAs in the blood of patients have the potential of being used as new biomarkers,…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/combining-bio-and-medtech-for-the-diagnosis-of-cardiac-diseases
Article - 10/12/2012 A machine learning method for the prediction of regulatory interactions Heidelberg bioinformaticians have developed a novel method for the automated prediction of regulatory interactions. The regulatory interaction predictor, a machine-learning based approach for predicting interactions between DNA-binding transcription factors and their target genes and obtaining important insights into the gene regulatory networks in complex cells.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/a-machine-learning-method-for-the-prediction-of-regulatory-interactions
Press release - 22/11/2012 CeGaT and Genomatix are finalists of Boston Children’s Hospital’s CLARITY challenge CeGaT (Center for Genomics and Transcriptomics) GmbH, the Department of Prostate Cancer Research, Institute of Pathology, University Hospital Bonn and Genomatix Software GmbH were announced as finalist (Top 3) of the CLARITY challenge, organized by Boston Children’s Hospital.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/cegat-and-genomatix-are-finalists-of-boston-children-s-hospital-s-clarity-challenge
Article - 22/10/2012 syneed imaging: precise visualisation of functional tissue properties Functional medical imaging modalities are of great significance in modern medical diagnostics. Existing ways of diagnosing diseases are now being expanded with the arrival of the innovative parameter imaging method. syneed imaging uses proprietary highly sensitive software for the analysis of dynamic image data. This software complements standard methods such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging and increases the significance of…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/syneed-imaging-precise-visualisation-of-functional-tissue-properties
Article - 08/10/2012 A systems biology approach to understanding tumour growth Researchers at the Center Systems Biology in Stuttgart are developing multi-scale models of tumour growth with the aim of predicting how drugs spread and disperse in the tissue. The simulations can also take into account potential effects of pharmacological compounds and irradiation. The method will benefit researchers and clinicians by assisting them in their efforts to develop more efficient therapies. https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/a-systems-biology-approach-to-understanding-tumour-growth
Dossier - 01/10/2012 Systems biology: understanding complex biological systems Systems biology studies complex interactions within biological systems on the genome proteome and organelle level. Many techniques from the fields of systems theory and associated fields can be used to gain an understanding of the behaviour and biological mechanisms of cellular systems.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/dossier/systems-biology-understanding-complex-biological-systems
Press release - 28/09/2012 Safer, more effective and innovative medical devices Ranging from simple sticking plasters to the most sophisticated life-supporting machines medical devices and in vitro diagnostic medical devices are central to our health and quality of life. To ensure that these devices serve the needs and ensure the safety of European citizens the European Commission proposed two Regulations which are fit for purpose more transparent and better adapted to scientific and technological progress.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/safer-more-effective-and-innovative-medical-devices
Article - 24/09/2012 20 millilitres of blood to diagnose Down syndrome Down syndrome, or trisomy 21, occurs when there is an extra copy of chromosome 21. LifeCodexx AG has developed PraenaTest®, an innovative diagnostic test that is able to reliably confirm or exclude trisomy 21 from a blood sample of a pregnant woman. The non-invasive test developed by the Konstanz-based biotech company has recently been placed on the market as an alternative to current invasive tests which result in up to 700 miscarriages per year…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/20-millilitres-of-blood-to-diagnose-down-syndrome
Article - 10/09/2012 "BrainLinks-BrainTools" – how an intention becomes reality An accident victim is no longer able to pick up a tea cup because the nerves between the brain and the arm are severed. Researchers from the faculties of biology medicine and technology at the University of Freiburg are able to translate pure thought into the movement of a cursor on a computer screen. The researchers are part of the BrainLinks-BrainTools consortium.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/brainlinks-braintools-how-an-intention-becomes-reality
Article - 06/08/2012 SystemsX.ch to fund systems biology research SystemsX.ch is currently the biggest research initiative in Switzerland to provide financial support and technologies in the field of systems biology research. It is a consortium of twelve Swiss research institutions and universities but also works with non-Swiss institutions including the Baden-Württemberg-based company KNIME GmbH. The initiative is interested in expanding its cooperation with other life sciences companies and universities.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/systemsx-ch-to-fund-systems-biology-research
Article - 06/08/2012 Database instead of a book – software facilitates diagnosis of liver diseases The bachelor’s theses of Matthias Hillert and Pascal Laube, students at the Konstanz University of Applied Sciences (HTWG), involved the development of a computer programme that facilitates the analysis of computed tomography images of the liver by comparing them to similar images stored in a database. It is a tool that has the potential to be used in other areas, such as the identification of bone tumours.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/database-instead-of-a-book-software-facilitates-diagnosis-of-liver-diseases
Press release - 27/06/2012 A Virtual Look at the Zebrafish Brain Scientists have long dreamed of being able to grasp the brain as a whole. A research team led by Junior Professor Dr. Olaf Ronneberger from the Department of Computer Science of the University of Freiburg and Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Driever developmental biologist at the Institute of Biology I has now taken a big step toward making this dream a reality. The Freiburg researchers developed microscopic imaging techniques and software for observing and…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/a-virtual-look-at-the-zebrafish-brain
Press release - 01/06/2012 immatics wins 2012 TiE50 Award Immatics biotechnologies GmbH, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing advanced therapeutic vaccines that are active against cancer, today announced that it has been named a 2012 TiE50 winner. These prestigious awards recognize entrepreneurship, innovation and management excellence within the life sciences, software, internet, mobile and energy sectors.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/immatics-wins-2012-tie50-award
Article - 19/03/2012 Goal: online glucose sensor for bioreactors Microorganisms and sensitive cells that are grown in bioreactors need a well-regulated environment and a food supply in order to do what they are supposed to do: grow and produce biomass and metabolites. Many fermenters are equipped with sensors that continuously measure critical bioprocess parameters, including temperature, pH value and oxygen. Online glucose and ethanol sensors are not yet used in regulated bioreactors, even though they would…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/goal-online-glucose-sensor-for-bioreactors
Article - 20/02/2012 "1KITE" project to unravel the evolution of insects The large international “1K Insect Transcriptome Evolution” research project aims to construct a robust phylogenetic tree of insects, which is the most species-rich group of organisms. The project aims to study the transcriptomes of 1000 (1K) insect species. The Heidelberg-based Institute for Theoretical Studies provides the software for producing the phylogenetic trees.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/1kite-project-to-unravel-the-evolution-of-insects
Article - 20/02/2012 Effective helper to optimize everyday laboratory practice Life sciences companies must comprehensively document their daily work in almost all company processes. Although IT solutions such as laboratory information management systems and electronic laboratory journals have long been an integral part of everyday laboratory work the modern working world is constantly changing and so constantly requires improvements. The Konstanz-based biotech company Trenzyme GmbH has recently implemented a new software…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/effective-helper-to-optimize-everyday-laboratory-practice
Press release - 30/01/2012 New Modeling Platform for Industrial Bioproduction Insilico Biotechnology is one of the partners in atransnational EU-project out to find a common, easy-to-use computer-based platform for modeling metabolic processes in organisms which are of interest for biotechnological applications. The main advantage of this approach is that it will shorten the time from concept to marketable European biotechnology product considerably for all involved.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/new-modeling-platform-for-industrial-bioproduction
Press release - 12/12/2011 Insilico Biotechnology and Metabolomic Discoveries pool their expertise Insilico Biotechnology and Metabolomic Discoveries have agreed to pool their expertise to provide industrial biotech customers with a more comprehensive package of high quality services. The main focus of the cooperation lies in the field of applied systems biotechnology dealing with the metabolism of bacteria, fungi and mammalian cells. The combination of modern analytical methods with high-performance computing will give customers detailed…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/insilico-biotechnology-and-metabolomic-discoveries-pool-their-expertise
Article - 14/09/2011 COMBINE 2011 – coordination of systems biology standards Systems biologists and bioinformaticians from all over the world met in the Heidelberg Institute for Theoretical Studies in early September 2011 with the aim of coordinating the various community standards and formats in systems biology and related fields. The “Computational Modelling in Biology Network” (COMBINE) aims to advance international understanding and cooperation in the field of systems biology. https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/combine-2011-coordination-of-systems-biology-standards
Press release - 29/07/2011 The brain’s connectome – from branch to branch The human brain is the most complex of all organs, containing billions of neurons with their corresponding projections, all woven together in a highly complex, three-dimensional web. To date, mapping this vast network posed a practically insurmountable challenge to scientists. Now, however, a research team from the Heidelberg-based Max Planck Institute for Medical Research has developed a method for tackling the mammoth task. Using two new…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/the-brain-s-connectome-from-branch-to-branch
Press release - 23/04/2011 Hölle & Hüttner AG, a German global market leader The Tübingen-based software company is one of 750 members listed in the first “Lexikon der deutschen Weltmarktführer” (Encyclopedia of German Global Market Leaders). The encyclopedia was presented in Schwäbisch Hall at the end of January 2011.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/hoelle-huettner-ag-a-german-global-market-leader