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Nematode worms enter a sleep-like state when captured by predatory fungi, shedding light on ancient survival strategies. more

Scientists uncover the genetic trade-offs involved in allowing predatory fungi to stick to their nematode prey more

On 10 July 2025, the Department of Complex Biological Interactions is hosting a mini-symposium on the Max Planck Tübingen Campus on host-microbe interactions.
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Max Planck Institute for Biology Tübingen Director, Yen-Ping Hsueh, has been honoured with the prestigious 2025 Outstanding Research Award from the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan. The award ceremony took place on the 29^th April 2025, in Taipei. This award acknowledges exceptional scientific and technological talents who have made significant contributions to enhancing Taiwan’s academic and international standing. more

Our new Director establishes the Department of Complex Biological Interactions, focusing on the molecular interactions and coevolution between carnivores and their prey. more