"Brüning's investigations into the regulation of human metabolism, in particular the role of the hormone insulin, contribute to a better understanding of the development of severe overweight and diabetes," a press release of the Stifterverband stated. The Carl Friedrich von Weizsäcker Prize of the Stifterverband, endowed with 50,000 euros, recognizes individual researchers or research teams whose work greatly contributes to tackling the great challenges facing society today. It is therefore the most prestigious German award for scientists in the field of science policy advising.
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Carl Friedrich von Weizsäcker Prize for DZD Researcher

Prof. Jens Brüning. Source: DZD