Leibniz Institute on Aging - Fritz Lipmann Institute (FLI)
We conduct research on the biology of aging at the molecular, cellular, and systems levels.
Aging Research at FLI
To study the biological foundations of aging — from molecules to entire organisms - we conduct multi-disciplinary research, combining evolutionary approaches, diverse model systems, and cutting-edge omics technologies.
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... combines state-of-the-art core facilities, core services, animal facilities, and specialized units into a powerful network for excellent research.
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Whether scientific conferences, lectures, or events for students and teachers, as well as our series Science & Society, or the Long Night of Sciences, and MINT Festival for the general public – we offer insights into our work in aging research.
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News
Dynamic Population Breeding Improves Turquoise Killifish Husbandry
The short lifespan of the turquoise killifish (Nothobranchius furzeri) makes it an important model organism for aging research. However, its husbandry and breeding present research institutions with challenges: The fish have a short lifespan and must be continuously bred, while at the same time their genetic diversity must be preserved. Researchers at the Leibniz Institute on Aging – Fritz Lipmann Institute (FLI) have therefore developed the Dynamic Population Breeding (DPB) method. This new breeding concept improves the survival rate of offspring, reduces differences between breeding cohorts, and thus creates an important foundation for reproducible and sustainable research on biological aging.
2026 Körber Prize for Sara Wickström
Professor Sara Wickström, Chair of the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) at the Leibniz Institute on Aging – Fritz Lipmann Institute (FLI), will be awarded with the 2026 Körber Prize for European Science.
In memoriam: Antonino Cattaneo (1954–2026)
The Leibniz Institute on Aging mourns the sudden loss of a neuroscientist who helped make killifish aging research possible.
In memory of Prof. Dr. Peter Schuster
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Prof. Dr. Peter Schuster, who died at the age of 85.
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Postdoc Lab Winek
Microbiome in Stroke and Aging (m/f/x)
(Application deadline: July 19, 2026)
Postdoc Lab Waskow
Immunology of Aging (m/f/x))
(Application deadline: August 23, 2026)
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Postdoc Circle Invites: Prof. Dr. Miguel Andrade
Long Night of Sciences 2026
FLI Colloquium: Prof. Dr. Wendy Garrett
Prof. Dr. Wendy Garrett, department of Immunology and Infectious Diseases and department of Molecular Metabolism, will speak about "The Gut Microbiome, Metabolites, and Immunity" on Monday, September 7, 2026 at 3 pm at the FLI.
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