The Neurobiologyof Defense
We study the neuronal circuits underlying fear and anxiety states, and the behavioral and autonomic responses they drive.
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The Core Unit for Research Data Management enters another 3-year funding period
The Medical Faculty and the Interdisciplinary Center for Clinical Research (IZKF) continue to support the Core Unit for Research Data Management (cRDM). Lead by Prof. Katrin Heinze and Prof. Philip Tovote, the cRDM will…
Philip Tovote takes over as director of the Institute of Clinical Neurobiology
Philip Tovote is taking over as director of the Institute of Clinical Neurobiology from the Institute's founder, Michael Sendtner. Philip Tovote served as co-director of the institute since 2017. He also holds the chair…
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The DCL’s Code of Conduct
Our Code of Conduct explains the lab's values, expectations, organizational structure, and working principles. It outlines both what lab members can expect from the DCL and what is expected of them.
The code promotes a culture of scientific excellence, integrity, teamwork, communication, personal responsibility, and mutual support. Its central message is that successful research emerges from ambitious goals combined with respect, trust, collaboration, and continuous personal development.
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