Dissertation

Introductory quote: In view of the increase in resistance, alternative approaches are also required in parasite management. The feeding of herbs and also plants with increased levels of condensed tannins...

Introductory quote: A number of epidemiological studies suggest that there is a possible association between low serum vitamin D levels and increased risk of cardiovascular disease and malignancy. However, it...

The innate immune system serves to quickly and effectively defend against pathogens. A finely tuned regulation of its function is crucial for the integrity of the organism. Various endogenous factors...

The epithelium of the respiratory tract provides direct contact between the circulating blood and the inhaled air. The epithelium of the respiratory tract is part of the innate immune system...

Science has shown that the optimal vitamin D3 level for health is above 40ng/ml. This is also the area where the risk of infections, heart disease and cancer is significantly...

A curative treatment of malignant diseases with chemotherapeutic agents stands in the way of their serious side effects in the case of systemic therapy and their rapid elimination from the...

Introductory quote: Despite years of research and many advances in terms of causes, prevention and therapies, cancer is the second most common cause of death in Germany after cardiovascular diseases...