New drug and vaccine candidates are developed at the Centre for Infection Research in Niedersachsen.

Partners of the Translation Alliance in Niedersachsen (TRAIN) offer all of the relevant expertise across the entire value chain – from the identification, validation and optimisation of potential drug candidates to the production of test materials under GMP conditions and cell and animal models as well as initial clinical studies on humans.

The German Centre for Infection Research in Niedersachsen (DZIF) coordinates all research activities into infectious diseases throughout Germany – from research findings to use on patients.

Neurobiology research in Göttingen has an excellent reputation worldwide. Scientists here research the molecular mechanisms of the brain’s function and the development of neurological and neurodegenerative illnesses.

High-end neurosurgery (INI International Neuroscience Institute) is offered in Hannover: the INI is considered one of the best equipped specialist hospitals in the world for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the brain, spinal cord, spine, skeletal system and nerves.

From theory into practice: Three universities and 42 research groups work hand-in-hand in the Niedersachsen Centre for Biomedical Engineering, Implant Research and Development, NIFE for short. The aim: to research biological, biohybrid and biofunctionalised implants for restoring failed organ functions, with a particular focus on heart, ear, tooth and orthopaedic implants.

The efficient translation of research results into clinical practice is ensured by certified and accredited facilities as well as close partnerships across the industry.