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Press Room
Visit the Press Room for the latest information, press releases, access to our Experts' Service, and contact details for the staff of the LMU's Media Relations and Communications.
Latest press releases
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Roasted and browned: how gut bacteria break down heated foodsHeating food generates new dietary compounds. A study shows that an enzyme in gut bacteria can expand its functional repertoire to process them.
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LMU President receives one of the world’s most prestigious medical science awardsMatthias H. Tschöp, physician, metabolism researcher and President of LMU Munich, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Broermann Medical Innovation Award. He will share the distinction with Svetlana Mojsov and Richard DiMarchi.
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Nanocarriers: Proof of Concept Grant for Olivia MerkelThe LMU pharmaceutical scientist has been awarded a fourth grant by the European Research Council (ERC) to test a new platform for nanocarriers of RNA therapeutics.
Inside the LMU Newsroom
The LMU Newsroom brings together all the latest news and updates from the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. Here you will find exciting insights and stories covering campus life, study programs, and cutting-edge research.
Want to keep up with what is happening at LMU? Visit our Newsroom to dive deeper into university life and the latest scientific discoveries.
Media Inquiries to Munich University Hospital
Media inquiries specifically concerning the Munich University Hospital system should be addressed directly to the Pressestelle des Klinikums.
Filming and photography on campus
Are you planning to report on LMU, and would like to film or take photographs on campus? If so, we can help you.
Filming and photography on LMU's campuses require prior permission from the University. Please contact the Media Relations & Communications Office in good time before the intended date of your visit. Complete the application form you then receive or send the completed form by e-mail to presse@lmu.de. Following assessment of your request, you will receive the necessary permission for your project.
For all still photography and filming/taping, other than that being done by news organizations for news purposes, please contact the Property Management Unit (in German).
Requests for permission to film on the premises of the Munich University Hospital system should be addressed to the Pressestelle des Klinikums.
Download of press photos and video footage
High-resolution press photos of print quality (300 dpi) and video footage are available for download (without charge) here. Just click on the photo you want. Please abide by the stipulations in relation to copyright and use of this material. Found nothing suitable? Our picture editors will be glad to help.
