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The second green revolution

Safeguarding the supply of food for a growing world population is one of the most important issues of our time. However, enlarging the area of arable land is next to impossible. A new green revolution is needed. Scientists from Bayer CropScience are therefore working on increasing agricultural yields. » more

Safe harvests - worldwide

Integrated breeding

Formulation technology

Herbicide resistance

Stress management

VEGF Trap-Eye
Glimmer of light for the eye
It is only as large as the head of a pin: the macula. This tiny area of the retina is responsible for sharp, central vision. » more

Computer simulation
Aphid control with mathematics
Scientists need comprehensive knowledge of chemistry and biology for optimum active ingredient identification. » more

Surgical adhesives
Cut and paste
The question with bleeding wounds is always, does it need stitches? » more

News

October 23, 2009

New prizes from the Bayer Science & Education Foundation:
Bayer Early Excellence in Science Award 2009: EUR 30,000 for young research scientists
Dr. Jürgen Groll (RWTH Aachen) awarded prize in the “Materials” field / Dr. Noriyuki Nishimura (University of California, San Diego, United States) honored in the “Biology” category / Dr. Tobias Ritter (Harvard University, United States) winner of the award for “Chemistry” » more