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Hector Foundation Prize, award ceremony
Image: HAdW/Tobias Schwerdt

Published on 10.07.2025

Hector Foundation Prize for Annika Reinke: Metrics Reloaded Sets New Standards for AI in Image Analysis

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Annika Reinke received the Hector Foundation Prize 2025 for her exceptional work Metrics Reloaded. The prize, endowed with €10,000, recognizes outstanding contributions by young researchers in computer science.

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HI Conference 2025, group photo
Image: Jörg Modrow

Published on 08.07.2025

Helmholtz Imaging Conference 2025 Recap

Another energizing edition of our annual conference took place in Potsdam – three days packed with inspiring talks, hands-on sessions, and vibrant community exchange. Don’t miss the highlights – dive in here!

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Helmholtz Imaging Conference 2025, Potsdam, Schinkelhalle, Pre-conference workshop on Advances and Challenges in Zebrafish Image and Video Analysis, group photo
 

Published on 08.07.2025

Advances and Challenges in Zebrafish Image and Video Analysis

A focused pre-conference workshop gathered researchers and imaging experts to share progress and tackle common challenges in zebrafish image and video analysis.

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Visual to promote course
Image: DeepMI Lab

Published on 07.07.2025

DeepMI FastSurfer / FreeSurfer Course 2025

Join this course on September 17-19, 2025 organized by the DeepMI Lab to gain essential skills in structural neuroimaging and learn how to analyze data using FastSurfer and FreeSurfer.

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Helmholtz Model Zoo logo
 

Published on 07.07.2025

Helmholtz Model Zoo – Now Open to All Helmholtz Members!

The Helmholtz Model Zoo is a new platform that makes sharing and using AI models across the Helmholtz community easier than ever – no local GPUs or deep tech expertise required. Discover how to contribute and accelerate open, collaborative AI for science!

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Visual to promote new Helmholtz Omero Instance; image by Robert Möckel from HZDR
Image: Robert Möckel, HZDR

Published on 27.06.2025

Getting Started with OMERO: A Hands-on Workshop

Join this workshop on July 17 to learn more about Helmholtz OMERO, a new cloud-based resource for storing, visualizing and analyzing complex scientific image data. Register today! (limited to 25 participants)

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Visual to promote new Helmholtz Omero Instance; image by Robert Möckel from HZDR
Image: Robert Möckel, HZDR

Published on 27.06.2025

OMERO for Helmholtz: New Resource

Helmholtz Imaging and HIFIS are pleased to announce a new cloud-based resource: OMERO, an open-source platform for storing, visualizing, and analyzing complex scientific image data. Join the workshop on July 17 to get started!

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Published on 26.06.2025

Best Scientific Image Contest 2025: Celebrating the Winners

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the Best Scientific Image Contest 2025. Discover all winning images and top-runners up!

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Visual to promote the new study published by the two Helmholtz Imaging Projects BrainShapes and NImRLS
 

Published on 16.06.2025

Genetics of Brain Shape: New Study Looks Beyond Size

How do genes shape our brains? A new study from Helmholtz Imaging projects BrainShapes & NImRLS links DNA variants to brain geometry, not just size.

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Helmholtz Imaging at its booth at the Helmholtz AI Conference 2025 in Karlsruhe
 

Published on 12.06.2025

Helmholtz Imaging at HAICON 2025 in Karlsruhe

Helmholtz Imaging joined this year’s HAICON in Karlsruhe, contributing to discussions on imaging and AI through interactive sessions and exchanges at the booth.

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Group photo, DESY, PSI EPFL, May 2025
 

Published on 05.06.2025

In Focus: Advancing Imaging Research through International Collaboration

During his visits to Helmholtz Imaging and DESY – first in March and now again in June as a guest visitor – imaging expert Manuel Guizar-Sicairos spoke with us about the goals and outcomes of his stay, and the importance of scientific collaboration.

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Visual to promote the HI Newsletter No. 21
 

Published on 27.05.2025

Helmholtz Imaging Newsletter Issue No. 21

In our latest newsletter, you will find new imaging and AI tools, funding opportunities, training, publications, and events. Discover the full list of accepted talks & register by June 1 for our Helmholtz Imaging Conference 2025. Plus, explore updates from our partner platforms and dive into recent community highlights.

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Helmholtz Imaging Project UTILE
Image: Helmholtz Imaging Project UTILE

Published on 21.05.2025

Accelerating Energy Materials Discovery with AI: The Success Story of UTILE

Discover how UTILE is transforming energy research: This Helmholtz Imaging project equips scientists with AI-powered tools for faster, smarter image analysis, boosting collaboration, cutting manual work, and accelerating clean energy innovation.

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At the HMC Conference in Cologne, May 12-14, 2025
 

Published on 21.05.2025

Helmholtz Imaging Joined HMC’s First In-Person Conference in Cologne

From insightful keynotes to lively booth discussions, Helmholtz Imaging joined HMC’s inaugural in-person conference (May 12–14) to explore the future of FAIR data, AI-ready metadata, and imaging-specific tools.

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Visual to promote the HI Conference 2025
Image: Sven Velten, Lars Bocklage, Ilya Sergeev, DESY & Ralf Röhlsberger, HI Jena

Published on 20.05.2025

Helmholtz Imaging Conference 2025: Registration & Call for Abstract Open

The Helmholtz Imaging Conference is back for 2025, scheduled to take place from June 25-27 in Potsdam. Registration & call for abstracts are OPEN. Join us in June!

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