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Research

We investigate the causes of psychiatric disorders to develop better, personalized therapies as well as preventive approaches.

Hospital

We treat and research stress-related disorders such as depression and anxiety disorders. As a research hospital, it is particularly important to us that our patients profit from our scientific findings without unnecessary delay.

News

Genetic variants influence stress response

November 28, 2023

Study suggests strong link between genetics and response to stress

Machine learning meets behavioral neuroscience: allowing for a more precise phenotyping

July 31, 2023

Milestone in behavioral neurobiology

Risk factor for psychiatric disorders has different effects depending on sex

June 01, 2023

Risk gene can also have positive effects

Graduate School IMPRS-TP

The IMPRS-TP PhD program for internationally outstanding students who are passionate about molecular, cellular and systemic psychiatric research. In addition we offer a unique integrated PhD/residenceprogram to exceptional young medical doctors.

Career

We offer excellent conditions for teaching and research through our interdisciplinary cooperation of physicians and basic scientists. We also offer attractive working conditions in clinical care, administration and technology.

Shifting sensitivity to starvation or other threats

Dec 5, 2023 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM (Local Time Germany)

Lecture Hall