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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

DEFENDER partner spotlight: the Strecker-lab: The Strecker lab at the Marburg University investigates the molecular mechanisms governing infection and replication of highly pathogenic viruses, with a focused emphasis on Lassa virus (LASV).

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🎉 Celebrating our postdocs! 🎉 This week is #PostdocAppreciationWeek — a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the researchers whose expertise, curiosity, and commitment advance knowledge and strengthen research in DEFENDER and beyond. A big shoutout to all DEFENDER postdocs...!

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🚀 DEFENDER partner spotlight: the Flamand-lab: The Viral Virulence Factors group within the Rey Lab at the @institutpasteur.bsky.social works on elucidating the role of accessory proteins in the pathogenesis of viral hemorrhagic fevers.

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Recent highlight papers: doi.org/10.1038/s442... doi.org/10.1093/bioa... doi.org/10.1111/bjh....

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The Correia Lab at EPFL focuses on developing computational tools for protein design and immunoengineering, integrating method development with the experimental characterization of designed proteins.

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

A great event yesterday celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Leibniz Association’s European Office in Brussels! 🎉 We were delighted to present @DEFENDER consortium. Thank you @leibniz-gemeinschaft.de for hosting, and to all DEFENDER partners for their continued commitment to our shared mission!

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

DEFENDER partner spotlight: the Maisner lab: At the Institute of Virology in Marburg, the Maisner Lab is dedicated to advancing our understanding of the cell biology of highly pathogenic Nipah virus.

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

DEFENDER partner spotlight: the Steinmann lab The Steinmann lab in the Molecular and Medical Virology (MMV) department at @ruhr-uni-bochum.de primarily focuses on the interplay between viruses and host cells, with particular emphasis on understanding the cell entry mechanisms of various viruses.

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Partner spotlight: the @pfaenderlab.bsky.social-lab: Our group at the @leibnizliv.bsky.social focuses on understanding how emerging viruses interact with host cells by using advanced cellular model systems, including three-dimensional organoids that better reflect the complexity of native tissues.

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Season’s Greetings from DEFENDER ❄️🕯️🎄 Wishing you a restful, calm, and cozy holiday season and a strong, healthy, and inspiring 2026 ahead!

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Last week, our symposium wrapped up with a DEFENDER-internal program on day 2 at the @leibnizliv.bsky.social! 💪 It was fantastic connecting in person with so many brilliant minds — discussing ongoing projects, exploring new collabs, and sharing ideas that move our consortium forward. #FundedByEU

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DEFENDER @defender-project.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

What an incredible experience at DEFENDER 2025: International Symposium — huge thanks to all participants for the inspiring discussions and great energy! 💡 We loved exchanging ideas on emerging viruses, new methods & cutting-edge research.

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