Exploring the richness of cocoa [06.03.2023]
Cocoa and the range of products derived from it are known for their rich and complex taste and composition. In addition to fats and proteins, cocoa contains a variety of secondary plant compounds such as polyphenols, methylxanthines, fatty acids, phenolic acids, vitamins, minerals, peptides, N-phenylpropenoyl amino acids, biogenic amines and more. Both the composition of cocoa...more
Digital Transformation: Development of a digital work typology [10.01.2023]
The use of digital technologies is transforming all areas of our society and has particularly far-reaching consequences for value chains and everyday working life. Digital transformation leads to changed requirements for employees in virtually all areas of work, but also challenges the management level. As outlined in a recent article by Caroline Ruiner's team, white- and...more
Molecular links between allergy and cancer [06.12.2022]
Immunotherapy plays an important role in prolonging survival of patients with rapidly fatal cancers, which is probably the reason why these therapies position themselves as the first line for many cancer indications. In this context, focusing on possible associations between cancer and allergy, as well as the relations between tumors and immunity mediated by IgE and cytokines,...more
Towards a "Clean Label" for fruit preparations [21.11.2022]
Together with AGRANA Fruit Germany GmbH and two trade associations (BOGK, VdF), three Hohenheim departments will develop an innovative approach for the production of fruit preparations in joghurts and other dairy products, in which external hydrocolloids are replaced as stabilizers by exopolysaccharides formed by the product's own lactic acid bacteria.more
A strong back starts with your motivation [31.10.2022]
A Tuebingen-led research team shows in a recent paper how a physical intervention, i.e., a app-based home exercise program led to a significant and clinically relevant reduction in pain intensity throughout the 12-week program.more
Histamine Intolerance - State of Knowledge and Enzymatic Intervention Points [24.10.2022]
So far, histamine intolerance cannot be treated with a specific medication. People who are affected can only prevent or reduce the symptoms occurring, sticking to a low-histamine diet (Reese et al. 2021). Diamine oxidase is expressed especially in the intestine, kidney and placenta and stored in vesicular structures for secretion (Schwelberger et al. 1998; McGrath et al....more
Controlling diabetes with the aid of medicinal herbs: a critical compilation of a decade of research [08.08.2022]
There is evidence from various studies that herbal concoctions can have positive effects on sugar metabolism and in this way support diabetes therapy. An Indian-German research team with the participation of a Hohenheim researcher summarizes the findings of a decade of research in a recent article.more
Prof. Thomas A. Kufer in interview
How viruses like SARS-CoV-2 affect our immune system
Be part of it - smoke free
If the need for cigarettes and food compete for little financial means, health problems add up, says Prof. Dr. Ströbele-Benschop.
Agricultural markets under pressure: What are the consequences of the COVID crisis?
Agricultural economists Prof. Dr. Sebastian Hess investigates the consequences of the pandemic for markets.
Prof. Dr. Christine Wieck analyses whether and how the EU agricultural policy should intervene.
Virtual city allows predictions on the effectiveness of Corona measures
Scientists of the University of Hohenheim lead by Andreas Pyka develop online model and Policy Lab.
The trend goes veggie
Prof. Jan Frank in Interview with Stuttgarter Zeitung, 29.05.2019
Prof. Philipp Kügler about math for healthy hearts
SWR3 Aktuell informs about research at the Hohenheim Institute of Mathematics, starts min 16:47
