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Visual by HI Project "WeMonitor" to promote news article about Terragon. showing edited images of Sentinel Satellites 1 and 2.
Image: HI Project "WeMonitor" | info

Published on 29.07.2025

Simplifying Earth Observation Data Access with Terragon

Discover how the Helmholtz Imaging Project WeMonitor is making Earth observation data more accessible! In their latest blog post on CONNECT, learn how the open-source tool Terragon helps researchers streamline access to satellite data for climate research, disaster response, and more.

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Visual to promote the Helmholtz Imaging Newsletter No. 22, image by Jana Kroll, MDC, called "Excitation", showing neurons labeled with a sensor for glutamate release.
Image: Jana Kroll, MDC | info

Published on 18.07.2025

Helmholtz Imaging Newsletter Issue No. 22

In this newsletter edition, we’re recapping the Helmholtz Imaging Conference 2025, celebrating the winners of our Best Scientific Image Contest 2025, and inviting you to submit your proposals to the Project Call 2025. You’ll also find new resources like the Helmholtz Model Zoo, community updates, upcoming events, funding and job opportunities.

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Published on 14.07.2025

10th Data Science Symposium 2025

Join the 10th Data Science Symposium (DSS) that will take place in Geesthacht on September 3-4, 2025. The DSS aims at building bridges between science methods, science applications, and infrastructure developments.

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Image by HAdW/Tobias Schwendt showing Annika Reinke receiving the certificate for the Hector Foundation Prize, at the awarding ceremony.
Image: Tobias Schwendt, HAdW | info

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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Group photo of the participants at the HI Conference 2025 by Jörg Modrow.
Image: Jörg Modrow | info

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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Group photo of the participants of the workshop on "Advances and Challenges in Zebrafish Image and Video Analysis" at the HI Conference 2025 by Jörg Modrow.
Image: Jörg Modrow | info

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 DeepMI-course showing edited brain graphics.
Image: DeepMI Lab | info

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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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 called "Nepheline Crystal with Pectolite" showing a bright-bue colored, almost quadratic appearing nepheline crystal, surrounded by yellow-colored pectolite.
Image: Robert Möckel, HZDR | info

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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Group photo of the awardees taken at the Helmholtz Imaging Conference 2025 during the Awarding Ceremony for "Best Scientific Image Contest 2025"
Image: Jörg Modrow | info

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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Decorative illustration showing brain parts, scientific formulas and a DNA strand.
Image: HI Projects BrainShapes and NlmRLS | info

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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Photograph of 3 members of Helmholtz Imaging at its booth at the Helmholtz AI Conference 2025 in Karlsruhe.
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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 with 3 scientists of DESY, PSI and EPFL, May 2025
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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, image by Emir Bora Akmeric and Julia Kraxner, MDC, called "Nuclei Watched Over by Vimentin's Adaptive Embrace" showing a super-resolution microscopy of an endothelial monolayer on perfusion slides colored in blue and reddish color.
Image: Emir Bora Akmeric, Julia Kraxner, MDC | info

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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Visual created by HI Project UTILE, showing aligned square shapes in bluish colors.
Image: HI Project UTILE | info

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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