​At NanoInfect, located at the University Hospital Jena, we study how infections can escalate into a dangerous condition called sepsis, where the body’s response to infection causes organ failure. Our research focuses on the liver’s role in influencing the immune system and managing infections throughout the body. By using advanced molecular tools and comprehensive biological analyses, we aim to understand these processes better. Additionally, we are exploring how nanotechnology—working with materials at an extremely small scale—can be utilized to develop improved treatments for sepsis.