Uke kicks Pier Plus at: Hamburg's research on the rise!

Uke kicks Pier Plus at: Hamburg's research on the rise!

Hamburg, Deutschland - The University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) is now the 23rd member of the research association Pier Plus. "This makes good business for the science landscape of Hamburg," emphasizes Hauke ​​Heekeren, President of the University of Hamburg, and emphasizes the importance of this cooperation. Since its foundation in 2019, Pier Plus has not only gained a foothold, but is growing constantly. The main goal: to create a collaborative and innovative environment in order to effectively meet pressing challenges in research. hamburg-business.com reports that the UKE is particularly active in the field of pier health and infection.

"We see a unique opportunity here to further strengthen the interdisciplinary collaboration in the university and research landscape of Hamburg," explains the medical director of the UKE, Prof. Dr. Christian Gerloff. The UKE will be involved in six research profiles and four central fields of action of the association. These include innovation and transfer as well as promotion of scientists: inside in an early career phase.

research in focus

What can Hamburg expect from this new alliance of innovative strength? Pier Plus focuses on the following fields of action:

• Computing and Data Science
• innovation and transfer
• science communication
• Promotion of scientists: Inside in an early career phase

Prof. Dr. Blanche Schwappach-Pignataro, member of the UKE board, is pleased with the formal membership and the ability of the UKE to actively participate in research on infectious diseases. The bundle of expertise will enable new approaches to develop, avoid and treat diseases.

at a time when scientific impulses for knowledge -based action are particularly important, Hamburg positions itself as a leading science metropolis. This recognition is no coincidence; According to hamburg.de, the city has established itself as a pioneer in areas such as climate and infection research. Over 120,000 specialists and managers have been trained at the city and private universities of the city for years.

Future vision for science

The long -term vision of Pier Plus is to promote scientific and technological sovereignty in times of geopolitical uncertainties. It is crucial that investments in science make contributions to democracy, prosperity and climate protection strategy. Hamburg's science strategy remains on the way not only to support universities and research institutions, but also to strengthen innovation networks and to promote the transfer from science.

With the admission of the UKE in Pier Plus, the city goes into a future that actively deals with opportunities and challenges in the field of health research. The path is clear: research together, innovate and shape the future. With these ingenious minds and a clear plan, Hamburg will gain even more international importance.