We’re an innovative group of scientists at the Max Planck Institute of Cell Biology and Genetics in Dresden, Germany working to unravel the intricacies of biological condensates and phase separation in health and disease.

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What are biomolecular condensates?
Biological condensates are the basis of many important cellular functions
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When Science Meets Art: Reimagining Mitosis
A decade ago, artist Prof. Lucy Orta joined our lab and turned cell division into a work of her art. Results were quite impressive!