From 08 - 10th July 2026 our Summer School brought together our RTG researchers with guest from Würzburg and Heidelberg for an interdisciplinary programme spanning cardiovascular research, cardiac regeneration, advanced imaging and entrepreneurship. More here.

A huge thank you to all speakers and guests for creating this valuable environment for scientific exchange.

We were excited to welcome our second PhD cohort at Hotel Franz in Essen for an inspiring start of their doctoral journey on June 19th.

A special highlight was getting the first glimpses into the innovative research projects of our new doctoral researchers. Read more. 

This lecture series provides fundamental knowledge about the cardiovascular system and its physiological functions. Based on this foundation, it focuses especially on the pathophysiology of myocardial infarction. In addition, the series presents current research approaches and explores new therapeutic strategies for future cardiovascular treatments.

First lecture will be on April 23rd, 2026 at 3:00 pm in the lecture hall of the cardiology department.

If you want to learn more, please find the detailed schedule here.

We offer medical doctorate scholarships. Learn more about our research areas here.

​If you are interested in joining us, please feel free to contact us. Information on the application process can be found here.
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Find up-to-date details on graduate seminars, lectures, and guest talks right here. Don’t miss out on exciting topics, expert insights, and upcoming academic highlights.

Next Event

Journal Club

Sep 23rd, 09:00 a.m., MFZ, seminar room 0.019

RTG Lecture Series

Oct 1st, 3:00 p.m., lecture hall cardiology department