About the LIV
The LIV research focuses on human pathogenic viruses with the aim of understanding virus-related diseases and developing new therapeutic approaches.
Career at LIV
At our institute we offer various positions in the scientific and science-supporting field.
Change of leadership
Professor Marcus Altfeld became Scientific Director at LIV on June 1, 2024
New Leibniz Lab
The Leibniz Lab “Pandemic Preparedness: One Health, One Future” connects excellent inter- and transdisciplinary research in preparation for the next pandemic.
About the
Leibniz Institute
of Virology
The LIV research focuses on human pathogenic viruses with the aim of understanding virus-related diseases and creating new therapeutic approaches. Based on basic experimental research, new approaches are being developed for improved methods of treating e.g. AIDS, influenza and hepatitis, as well as emerging viral infections such as Dengue, West Nile fever or COVID-19. With its research focus, the LIV covers a wide range of the world's most important viral pathogens.
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