Research

Physicists at FAU and the Vienna University of Technology have successfully created one-dimensional magnetic atom chains for the first time. Their break-through provides a model system for basic research in areas such as magnetic data storage, as well as in chemistry. Their results were recently pub...

FAU researchers discover rules for how human cells return to their original shape after mechanical loading. Human cells show deformation under the influence of external forces. But how do they recover their original shape afterwards? This mechanism, which is important in medicine and biology, has b...

AMS metabolite responsible for garlic odour. Food chemists at FAU have found that garlic aroma is evident in the breast milk of women who have consumed garlic. This is caused by allyl methyl sulfide (AMS) – a metabolite which is first formed in a strong concentration during breastfeeding. Whether t...

Viral infections may be involved in the pathogenesis of the lupus autoimmune disease. This was recently discovered by FAU researchers. Their research shows that messenger substances of the immune system trigger the disease when their production is not lowered after recovery from viral infection. The...

An engine made of a single atom Researchers at FAU, in collaboration with colleagues at the universities of Mainz and Kassel, have constructed the world’s smallest engine. The tiny machine consists of just a single atom and is able to convert heat into kinetic energy effectively. The results of the...

Doctoral candidates at FAU’s Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy have learnt from some of the best in the world. Along with many renowned international researchers, Nobel laureate in chemistry Brian Kobilka recently visited the University for a symposium held by Research Training Group 1910. The St...

FAU geologists participate in EU research project on improving geothermal systems Geologists at FAU want to find out how much the construction and operating costs of geothermal systems can be reduced. As part of a four-year international project, they will work with 15 European partners from resear...