Research for Health

The German Centers for Health Research (DZG) are looking for new therapies for diabetes, infections, lung diseases, cancer, mental disorders, cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases - to help patients get better.
News

How risk factors affect lifespan

People who do not smoke at the age of 50, have normal blood pressure, healthy cholesterol levels and no diabetes, and maintain a normal weight, live longer and stay heart-healthy for longer - regardless of gender. Later changes in behaviour also bring benefits. This is shown by an international study.
Events

2nd DZG Long COVID Symposium - 9 May 2025, 9:00-17:00, Senckenberg Museum, Frankfurt am Main

The event of the German Centers for Health Research (DZG) brings together leading experts to discuss the latest findings on Long COVID. This interdisciplinary symposium will focus on advancing research and improving care for those affected by the condition while fostering collaboration across scientific disciplines.

Interactive Map of the DZG

8 Centers, 44 Cities, 14 Federal states, 113 Partner Institutions – the research network of the German Centers for Health Research (DZG) reaches across the whole of Germany.

The eight research areas

The eight research areas

The magazine of the DZG

Research for Health – twice a year, the DZG report on research projects and successes in their research magazine SYNERGIE.
www.dzg-magazin.de