Text description provided by the architects. In summer 2017, the Bauhaus Monument “Bundesschule Bernau” was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. In order to meet the growing public interest in the building ensemble built by Bauhaus director Hannes Meyer and Hans Wittwer and the associated increase in visitor numbers, the town of Bernau launched a competition for the visitor center at the end of 2017. As an innovative and identity-creating building, the new visitor center should on the one hand be subordinate to the monument ensemble, but on the other hand, also assert itself as a high-quality urban architectural structure. © Brigida GonzálezThe roof construction which appears heavy due to the materiality of the insulating concrete paradoxically seems to float above the building Barely perceptible filigree round steel supports in front of the glass façade which is embedded in the circumferential roof edge at the upper support and the wall panels of the ancillary rooms contribute decisively to this static balancing act The implementation of this construction system as well as the exact execution of the shell with the horizontal formwork pattern of the rough-sawn boards give the building its special and independent character You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email Steimle Architekten has built a visitor center featuring a massive cantilevered concrete canopy in Berlin The Visitor Centre Trade Union School is a 485-square-meter building that is realized in order to attract more visitors and meet the growing number of visitors in the town of Bernau after the Bauhaus Monument “Bundesschule Bernau” was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in summer 2017 The single-story building has a linear layout and wrapped floor-to-ceiling glazing to showcase exhibitions inside All functional modules are hidden in concrete volumes while some concrete wall separations act as display of objects “As an innovative and identity-creating building the new visitor center should on the one hand be subordinate to the monument ensemble also assert itself as a high-quality urban architectural structure,” said Steimle Architekten “It forms the prelude to an appropriate experience of the World Heritage Site and introduces visitors to the theme of this special place.”  The building is integrated into the landscape of the pine forest in front of it the building is described as “a pavilion” that provides a first view of the architectural monument guided by the long-stemmed pines of the forest.  the pavilion constitutes a linear moment that draws attention to the ADGB Bundesschule (Federal School) within the wooded landscape.  Together with the lofty trees and an inviting entry terrace this building creates a unity that combines prelude and a place of repose with a specific quality.  The horizontality of the existing structures is taken up and transferred to the pavilion.  thus allowing a clear view while at the same time creating a very welcoming atmosphere by the subtle intensification of the interior. The interior space opens out onto the forecourt with an inviting raised entry zone that serves as the arrival point for visitors The studio enhances the spatial configuration based on a sequence of experiences referencing an analogy to the effects that Hannes Meyer called “psychological effects.” These are “intended to emphasize the physically temporal dimension of the architecture,” according to the studio Steimle Architekten conceives the building as a linear moment in the form of a simple stationary structure The building is slightly elevated from the forest level and welcomes the visitor via a spacious reception terrace.  acts like a “welcoming gesture,” inviting visitors to enter in.  While the building is glazed almost on all sides it provides sufficient space to experience the special atmosphere and to linger.  the building assumes its functions of welcoming and providing an open flowing sequence of rooms which occupies the entire length of the building is in constant visual contact with the listed building,” claim the architects.  Steimle Architekten prefers to devise a specific design language that is inspired and reflected by the graphic systems and technical equipment of the Trade Union School and achieves an independent aesthetic by following its function.The roof of the building appears heavy due to the materiality of the insulating concrete while paradoxically seems to float above the building.  and the wall panels of the ancillary rooms contribute decisively to this static balancing act.  This construction system as well as the exact execution of the shell with the horizontal formwork pattern of the rough-sawn boards give the building its special and independent character Project: Visitor Center Trade Union School BernauArchitects: Steimle Architekten GmbHClient: Municipality of Bernau by BerlinPhotographers:  Brigida González Input your search keywords and press Enter You can see how this popup was set up in our step-by-step guide: https://wppopupmaker.com/guides/auto-opening-announcement-popups/ Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Whether you’re looking for a spacious family home or a place with an easy commute here are the best suburbs and cities near Berlin By Victoria Pearce and large family homes are out of the question are some great hidden gems that offer affordable housing and more spacious living options these commuter towns have an easier (albeit slower) pace of life within easy reach of the action Discover the magic of Berlin’s suburbs by reading the following sections: Spotahome takes the hassle out of househunting by doing the hard work for you and book rental properties all from the comfort of your own home Take the stress out of househunting in Berlin with Spotahome Berlin is Germany’s vibrant capital Known for its tumultuous past, the city has since transformed itself into a global hub of creativity Given that the rental market in the capital has exploded in recent years, moving to the outskirts of the city might be a good option for those seeking a suitable home on a budget The small cities and charming villages near Berlin provide a great alternative to the dense inner-city housing offering more space for those seeking a home with a garden or a place for their growing family to enjoy Berlin’s excellent public transport network also makes it possible to commute into the city from dozens or even hundreds of kilometers away living in the suburbs allows residents to enjoy the best of both worlds Although property prices in the suburbs are lower than in the city they have also felt the pinch of an increasingly competitive housing market finding accommodation within budget can be a challenge – but not impossible There are several ways to find a place to live in the suburbs some people use a local estate agent (Makler) online property portals are also popular to find housing some online advertisements are listed as provisionsfreie (i.e. You can find rental accommodation on the following websites: When searching for properties to rent, it is important to keep in mind that scams do exist. Be cautious and vet advertisements and agents carefully, especially when you don’t speak German fluently or are contacting people online One of the big draws of the suburbs is the size of the homes You are much more likely to find houses with gardens or larger apartments in cities near Berlin Population growth has also resulted in the development of more apartment blocks across the region These can offer lower rents with close proximity to parks or nature reserves Similar to the rest of Germany, Berlin’s suburbia has a large percentage of renters. In 2023, more than half of the country’s population (52.4%) lived in rented accommodation This was the highest share in the European Union (EU) Although rental rates have increased as the region’s population grows rentals are still more affordable rentals in cities near Berlin than in the capital itself Rent in the suburbs can be separated into the following categories: If you compare these costs to those in Mitte where rents regularly exceed €1,900 for a similarly sized apartment you can see why many people choose to expand their housing search beyond the city limits For potential buyers in Germany, there’s both good news and bad news. After a decade-long house price boom, real estate prices are in freefall (2024) The housing market is struggling as higher mortgage interest rates and rising inflation have increased affordability constraints Conversely, Berlin is the most affordable city in Germany If you’re employed, you should be able to get a mortgage with no additional requirements – regardless of your nationality. That being said, while there are no restrictions for expats looking to purchase a home there is also no need to jump into it straight away buying property makes more sense if you are already familiar with the area or are moving to be close to family you might want to consider renting when you first arrive so that you can explore the different cities near Berlin you can be sure to buy property in a suburb where you will enjoy living for the long term Real estate guide: buying a house in Germany The German capital is entirely surrounded by the Brandenburg region That means that many villages and commuter cities near Berlin are part of the same government district Fortunately, public transport links are plentiful between Berlin and the suburbs outlined below commute time has a large impact on rental prices with the cheapest housing often being found where commutes are the longest Natural beauty is plentiful outside Berlin these areas tend to attract people who are drawn to nature or those seeking a quieter environment Although nightlife is harder to come by outside of Berlin are well-known for their events and cultural scene Keep reading for a closer look at some of the top cities near Berlin Well known for its many popular attractions, Bernau has several museums and is the host of the annual Hussite Festival (Hussitenfest) which celebrates the town’s medieval history Its fascinating past is still present in its impressive 8-meter-high defense walls that surround the town and its small alleyways that take visitors back in time only one original city gate – the Steintor – still remains and now serves as a local museum Bernau features a mix of modern high-rise housing estates and historic half-timbered buildings from the early 19th century Residents enjoy this scenic town for its quiet streets and pleasant neighborhoods Hohen Neuendorf is not an old town but a pleasant one This city near Berlin was developed as a commuter town in the early 20th century tranquil setting and easy access to the city center making this a popular choice for workers headed to an inner-city office every day Most of the housing in Hohen Neuendorf is relatively new Once home to the world’s first radio station Nauen is a quiet satellite in Berlin’s orbit Said to be one of the most beautiful in Brandenburg the old town is a popular choice for families who seek larger gardens and quiet streets With wind turbines scattered around the town’s edge Nauen is set near many areas of natural beauty Expats looking for social entertainment may want to look elsewhere This village does not have many cultural events or substantial nightlife Oranienburg’s pleasant streets hide the town’s dark past having been a concentration camp for both Nazis and Soviets Now a pretty city near Berlin, locals enjoy a pleasant and relaxed lifestyle. Tourists often visit the area for its memorials and the 350-year-old baroque Oranienburg Palace (Schloss Oranienburg) The former Prussian palace with its large open park is home to a museum and a cultural center Oranienburg is a good choice if you prefer a village setting and don’t blame a place for its historical past The capital of Brandenburg, Potsdam, is a tourist destination in its own right. The city near Berlin is home to several palaces, including Sanssouci Palace (Schloss Sanssouci) which was once the summer home of Frederick the Great (former King of Prussia) Potsdam has many businesses, including a major film studio and 30 research facilities. It is also home to the Berlin Brandenberg International School the historic town center dissolves into fairly typical Berlin suburbs With many cultural offerings within Potsdam’s borders you don’t necessarily have to head to the capital to socialize and find entertainment so it may not be the best option if you are looking to save money by living outside Berlin with low housing costs and a convivial atmosphere The satellite city was established 800 years ago and now has a population of 27,000 Rathenow is a sleepy area compared to Berlin The area is popular with families who appreciate having more space and access to nearby parks and lakes Strausberg offers authentic small-town German life within easy commuting distance of the capital this city near Berlin is located just 30 kilometers from the Polish border.Sports enthusiasts will particularly enjoy Strausberg because of its many sporting facilities and traditions thin town is a popular option for hybrid workers who want the price and quality of life from the countryside but still need to commute to the big city Teltow is located on the outskirts of Berlin This German suburb has followed the city through its many trials and tribulations and served as a border between West Berlin and East Germany and new developments continue to spring up to provide affordable housing for workers flocking to the German capital Its location provides easy access to higher education institutes in both Berlin and Potsdam Teltow primarily offers apartments and townhouses If you’re hoping for a single-family house the town does boast plenty of parks and outdoor spaces you can visit Developed as a vacation resort in the early 20th century This small town with a little over 21,000 inhabitants is located in a nature reserve between two lakes making it an ideal choice for those who love the outdoors a small compound was built nearby to house high-ranking officials of the East German government away from the rest of the population While the building has been out of use for a long time the natural beauty that drew officials to Wandlitz can still be found today The villages and cities near Berlin are all fairly safe and can be a good choice if you need more space or crave a quieter environment Reported crime rates are also generally lower than in the German capital this does not necessarily mean that these areas are to be avoided Zeuthen is mostly made up of family homes with gardens The town is a short distance away from Berlin Mitte and has easy access to Schönefeld airport Whether you’re renting on a budget or buying a spacious family home you’ll want to be sure you end up in a place that suits you best It is important that you consider your housing requirements and commuting plans before you settle on an area if you know you need to work on-site in central Berlin most days per week moving to a suburb may not make sense at all trading in some of Berlin’s excitement for quieter suburban living could be the perfect fit Here are a few tips to keep in mind when looking for a city near Berlin to call your home: Victoria is an American writer (and mom) living in the UK she focuses on local content for employment law and business culture articles Christian Butter (Heart Center Brandenburg Germany) was awarded best abstract at the XVII International Symposium on Progress in Clinical Pacing (29 November‒2 December Italy) for his presentation of the final outcomes of the SELECT-LV clinical trial of the WiSE (Wireless Stimulation of the Endocardium) CRT System (EBR Systems) The final results of the European prospective demonstrated the feasibility and promising efficacy of the WiSE CRT System for heart failure treatment SELECT-LV enrolled 39 failed cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) patients who were classified as untreated Butter reported a 97.1% successful implant rate He noted that from the 39 patients enrolled three patients failed screening and one patient withdrew pre-implant biventricular pacing was demonstrated in 33 of 34 patients (97.1%) and in 31 of 33 patients (93.9%) at six months 66.7% of patients showed improvement in one or more than one New York Heart Association (NYHA) class; 52% of patients improved left ventricular (LV) end systolic volume in ≥15%; 62.5% of patients demonstrated ≥5% increase in ejection fraction and 84.8% of patients showed improvement in their clinical composite score There were three adverse events in three patients (8.6%) peri-operatively and nine adverse events in nine patients (25.7%) by one-month follow-up “this multicentre experience demonstrated the feasibility of wireless LV endocardial pacing; thereby providing new hope to patients with previous CRT failure,” Butter said The CE marked WiSE CRT System provides wireless LV stimulation The system includes a sub-muscularly implanted transmitter and a wireless electrode implanted on the LV endocardial free wall The transmitter emits an ultrasonic pulse synchronised with the right ventricular pacing pulse; the electrode converts the ultrasonic energy into electrical energy to achieve synchronous biventricular pacing Final results of the SELECT-LV clinical trial were also presented in 2016 at the Heart Rhythm Society Scientific Sessions (HRS; 4‒7 May USA) and CARDIOSTIM-EHRA EUROPACE (8‒11 June your new go-to podcast to spice up your weekday mornings with relevant news and behind-the-scenes from Brussels and beyond From the economy to the climate and the EU's role in world affairs this talk show sheds light on European affairs and the issues that impact on our daily lives as Europeans Tune in to understand the ins and outs of European politics Dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries Deep dive conversations with business leaders Euronews Tech Talks goes beyond discussions to explore the impact of new technologies on our lives the podcast provides valuable insights into the intersection of technology and society Europe's water is under increasing pressure 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another person who is considered a witness and not a suspect Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said that German security authorities "struck in time to thwart possible plans to attack the Israeli Embassy in Berlin." “This shows that protecting Jewish and Israeli institutions in our country is vital and of the utmost importance to us,” she added The suspect was expected to be brought before an investigating judge at the country’s highest court Israeli Ambassador Ron Prosor thanked the German security authorities “for ensuring the security of our embassy,” dpa reported News of the case first came from the Bild newspaper which reported that a heavily armed elite police unit stormed the suspect’s home in Bernau It said German authorities acted after receiving a tipoff from an unspecified foreign intelligence agency “We are acting with the utmost vigilance and attention in view of the high threat posed by Islamist antisemitic and anti-Israel violence,” Faeser said Some Burger King restaurants in Germany have been shut down after a TV investigation said that they served out-of-date products and cooked vegan patties in the same oil as chicken In an episode by German TV series "Team Wallraff," titled "Disgust and Scandals," undercover reporters worked at a number of Burger King restaurants in Germany supplemented with interviews with former workers sauce bottles with expired contents were being topped up with new sauce without being emptied and washed in between including some a week past their expiry date An anonymous former Burger King worker who'd been at the chain for multiple years told the TV show that the expiry times on fresh products at her restaurant were continually pushed back until the product had been used up She said that some bread buns that were three months out of date and had started to grow mold were served to customers Guests also wrote in online reviews that they got stomach problems and tried to return food because it didn't look right The undercover reporter in Bernau bei Berlin also found that sometimes staff would handle food without washing their hands after coming in from outside and after touching the floor and would also use their dirty hands to take fries and nuggets to snack on from batches of food being served to customers The former worker said that in many cases staff didn't wash their hands after smoking and simply continued preparing food with unclean hands and without wearing gloves Burger King Deutschland said in a lengthy statement that it took the accusations "very seriously" per an Insider translation The statement added that the company didn't tolerate the violation of its standards It said it was planning measures together with its franchisees and would be shortly setting up a whistleblower hotline for staff with concerns The burger giant also said that it had temporarily closed the five restaurants featured in the show and had carried out an external audit of all its 750 restaurants spokesperson for Burger King International Markets told Insider that "clear training and operating standards are a top priority" at the company "Whenever we see an example of our strict standards not being followed we accept the accountability of needing to train better and manage more thoroughly," she said a new master franchise owner took accountability for the market months after many of the recent issues were identified," McIntyre continued "The audits confirmed that the isolated and unacceptable examples cited do not reflect the very strong operations of most restaurants in the country." the new franchisee had already been implementing "important steps," including hiring a new head of operations and of training and introducing new training modules "The findings of the reporters in Germany in 5 restaurants do not reflect the very strong standards that the very large majority of our Team Members execute well every day in Germany and around the world," McIntyre added The show also featured video footage shot by a worker in a Burger King in the Saxon-Anhalt region showing maggots crawling on the kitchen floor after escaping the food-waste bin The worker said that staff had to take maggots out of the kitchen every day in summer An undercover reporter in the city of Cologne saw a mouse in the kitchen and found piles of mouse feces in two locations in the restaurant the reporter said they found a burger bun that had clearly been nibbled by an animal A former worker at a Burger King restaurant in Cologne told the show that their store was plagued by mice The only thing missing was the Burger King uniforms," the former worker said adding that: "They were definitely more than us [people]." The kitchen also used a haphazard system to distinguish between meat and vegan products and she witnessed a colleague put a meat patty in a burger even though meat had already come into contact with the bun One former Burger King worker told the show that staff substituted real chicken patties for plant-based ones when their restaurant ran out and wrapped them in the packaging used for plant-based products while another said normal nuggets were sometimes sold as vegan ones A technological breakthrough and a little-acknowledged bellwether of Modernism Few types of industrial design embody its rote seemed to understand this when he invented some of the earliest examples of task lighting in 1919 his first designs were the result of intense almost ontological contemplation of human behavior and the prescriptions of context from the slightly asymmetrical lampshade that mimics a worker’s deskside slouch to the punctilious placement of arms and selection of axial joints Those initial products kicked off what has become an omnipresent but often overlooked lighting typology “The driving force behind the development of adjustable light in the 1920s and ’30s was its use in factories and workshops,” says Thomas Edelmann, journalist and curator of the roving exhibition 100 Years of Positionable Light: The Origin and Relevance of Adjustable Lighting, currently on show at the Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe in Hamburg the typology enjoyed a synergistic reverence for industry with the nascent Bauhaus then coursing through the beginnings of corporate work culture and today continues its ubiquity in interiors Countering the trouble some shadows cast by overhead lighting positionables did indeed take root in the studio and workshop but quickly made their way into all sorts of less-demanding settings The exhibition assembles dozens of adjustable lights paying Midgard its due for antecedence and prominence in that history but also includes important designs from the likes of Artemide and Kandem (the latter two companies produced adjustables that arguably predate Fischer’s) and social shifts is thus nestled within the esoteric and abstruse trajectory of task lighting is still being refined and retold (though Edelmann says the advent of neon tubes in the postwar era nearly made adjustable lighting superfluous) Munich-based designers Stefan Diez and Lina Fischer created Midgard’s first new design in decades a thinstemmed Calder-esque lamp called Ayno But despite its contemporary flair and more appealing colors what makes Ayno remarkable is its formal and functional similarity to its centenarian ancestors—“entirely in the spirit of Curt Fischer,” comments Midgard owner David Einsiedler You may also enjoy “10 Minimal Light Fixtures That Turn Technology into Poetry.” Would you like to comment on this article? Send your thoughts to: [email protected] Subscribe to our mailing list to receive the latest updates, exclusive content, subscription deals delivered straight to your inbox! 2020 at 6:06 PMA secluded spot at Liepnitzsee | Conor O’RourkeA secluded spot at Liepnitzsee | Conor O’RourkeBerlin might be best known for its club scene it’s time to reveal the city's lesser-known second passion: its thriving lake culture.  The German capital is surrounded by hundreds of lakes offering a much-appreciated break from the city’s hot pavement and dried-up parks serving up mountains of crispy pommes-rot-weiß waterside Liepnitzsee boasts Caribbean-blue waters and an idyllic island campground while Flughafensee -- built next to the airport -- allows swimmers to buoyantly observe planes touching down on the tarmac If there’s one thing these hangouts all have in common check berlin.de for the most up-to-date info about Berlin’s various public beaches MORE:  Berlin’s DJs are finding creative ways to keep the party going Schlachtensee has its very own train station | Conor O'RourkeSchlachtenseeSouthwest BerlinFor a quick afternoon dip Schlachtensee is one of the easiest lakes to get to Though many of Berlin’s lakes are best reached by bicycle this popular student hangout has its own dedicated train station (Schlachtensee Station S1 line) so getting there is a snap.  Heading past the terraced grassy area to the lakeside path you can turn right to reach a traditional biergarten and a small park or left to find more secluded spots and a shack offering rowboats for rent Pick up some snacks at the food stand near the station serves traditional German fare with lake views on the side walk a few minutes from the northeast corner and you’ll find Krumme Lanke a similar lake with its own ample bathing spots don’t be shocked if you find some naked people letting it all hang out People/airplane-watching are the main activities at Flughafensee | Conor O'RourkeFlughafenseeNorthwest BerlinDon’t come to Flughafensee to escape into nature -- you won’t get chirping songbirds and buzzing insects here coupled with the tinny rattle of Deutschrap playing from dozens of bluetooth speakers and bellows from what seems to be half of Berlin’s teenage population at their hormonal best.  This large artificial lake (Berlin’s deepest!) used to be a gravel quarry sandy beaches line the western edge (including the obligatory nude area) and bike paths crisscross the narrow strip of forest separating the lake from the rest of the city people flow in from the surrounding neighborhoods to play volleyball and splash away the summer heat Know before you go: Besides the obvious people watching the lake is also a destination for other types of observation: a swampy area on the east side of the lake attracts birders and the planes landing at Tegel airport are a nice show for sleepy sunbathers.   MORE:  The best beach towns in the US are actually... on a lake The long bike ride to Liepnitzsee is a day well spent | Conor O'RourkeLiepnitzseeWandlitz BrandenburgThis one takes a bit of effort to reach (it’s an hour’s drive north to the village of Wandlitz) but it’s 1000% worth it Liepnitzsee’s waters shine a brilliant blue No surprise that it’s also one of the cleanest lakes in the region with visibility up to 5 meters Liepnitzsee sports a large wooded island with a seasonal restaurant and campground serviced by a ferry.  Strandbad Liepnitzsee (entrance €4) offers a food stand with the usual fries and sausages (along with But our recommendation is to just walk along the gorgeous shoreline until you find a spot you like The banks of the lake are studded with rope swings Know before you go: Liepnitzsee can be reached by train and car but the best way to really appreciate it is to come by bike the 20-mile (33km) trip takes a bit more than two hours on a bicycle but it’s a stunning ride through Brandenburg’s gently rolling hills and farmland take the S2 line to Bernau bei Berlin -- a beautifully preserved medieval walled town and a destination unto itself From there Liepnitzsee is a quick 25-minute jaunt through the forest Plötzensee is cherished for its french fry stands | Conor O'RourkePlötzenseeNorthern BerlinWhen a long bike ride isn’t an option another convenient lake is just a few minutes’ walk from Berlin’s circle line station Beusselstraße Plötzensee is a bit of a choose-your-own-adventure: If you’re looking for a classic day on the lake the paid area (€6) offers a floating water park and the ultimate in German beach food: pommes rot-weiß (french fries covered in a matrix of ketchup and mayonnaise).  a stone terraced area across the lake (pictured above) offers a rope swing and a bunch of shady spots usually occupied by joint-smoking college kids The lake’s southern end is home to an RV park and a nude sunbathing meadow while the northeast corner offers a shaded terrace with cheap beer and some of the best sunset views in the city.  Know before you go: Don’t let the surly owners at the boat rental place bum you out They’re just showing you the famous Berliner Schnauze -- a combination of local dialect gruff directness that takes some getting used to Historic Wannsee boasts many of its original buildings | Conor O'RourkeWannseeSouthwest BerlinOne of the oldest public swimming areas in Germany (still boasting some of its original historic buildings) this beautiful bay is well-loved for the 4,500-foot stretch of sandy beach along its eastern edge and snacks aplenty make this an ideal spot for families Pay the small entrance fee (€4-6) and head to the left to shelter in the shade of some old oak trees or rent a classic Baltic-style Strandkorb (a type of sheltered though: Across the lake is the site of the infamous Wannsee Conference where Nazi leaders made the fateful decision to carry out the Holocaust The villa now serves as a memorial and museum S-Bahnhof Wannsee is not actually the closest train station to the Wannsee Strandbad head to Nikolassee Station (S1/S5/S7 line) and follow the Wannseebadweg path through the forest for about 15 minutes to get to the public beach.   The forest conceals a thriving nudist colony at Teufelssee | Conor O'RourkeTeufelsseeWest BerlinBerlin’s western edge is dominated by the Grünewald a heavily-forested region home to several lakes But the jewel in Grünewald’s watery crown is Teufelssee (“Devil’s Lake”) But what makes Teufelssee special is its role in Berlin’s gay community Inextricably tied to its history as a nudist FKK area Teufelssee is a welcoming place for the LGBTQ crowd to hang out travel to Grünewald S-bahn station (S7 line) and follow the Neuer Schildhornweg through the forest to the lake Know before you go: Teufelssee is also a quick walk away from Teufelsberg (“Devil’s Mountain”) the highest peak in Berlin upon which perch the ruins of a Cold-War-Era CIA listening post Sneak a peek to the west while you’re swimming and you might glimpse its tattered bulbous radar domes peeking above the treetops while production added to two other Minnesota facilities Just two months after finalizing its acquisition of Arctic Cat Textron Specialized Vehicles (TSV) announced three big moves the company is making to improve efficiency.  the company revealed it would be closing the former Minneapolis headquarters for Arctic Cat moving engine production from Germany to St and moving Stampede side-by-side vehicle production from Augusta “A big piece of the puzzle remaining was how to really optimize our operational footprint so that we can operate more efficiently and better serve our customers The changes that we announced [May 9] were really to achieve those goals,” Brandon Haddock director of Communications for TSV told Powersports Business “We took a long time deliberating the decisions but we really needed to make some changes to make sure we were using the facilities at our disposal as efficiently as we could in order to design and build product faster and get it to our customers more quickly.” The closure of the Minneapolis office was somewhat expected Arctic Cat had moved into the 55,000-square-foot facility in Minneapolis’ North Loop warehouse district in August Arctic Cat leased the building because the staff size had grown too large for the former 11,000-square-foot space in nearby Plymouth expected the new location to attract fresh talent The space had room for the Arctic Cat headquarters to grow to 150-200 employees but only about 60 are currently working there.  “We looked at a lot of scenarios regarding our facility in Minneapolis whether it made sense to downsize the physical footprint of that facility or find another facility but ultimately we just determined that the best case is to really consolidate our operations in St but it also allows us to really co-locate a lot of employees across our engineering teams our product management and development teams so that those folks work closely together and in close proximity to one another and can collaborate much more efficiently.” Haddock reported that very few jobs in Minneapolis were affected as a majority of those employees have chosen to take their positions to St “The vast majority of employees in Minneapolis will have the opportunity to continue their careers with the company in St There’s a lot of talented people that come to work in that facility every day and we want to keep them on board,” he said.  In addition to gaining the former Minneapolis employees Cloud facility will also be adding more engine production TSV announced that it is closing its engine manufacturing plant in Bernau bei Berlin “That was really a decision driven by sort of the economic realities and operational efficiencies of not really needing two individual engine production plants There’s plenty of operational capacity for St and it just really doesn’t make a lot of sense to maintain two separate engine production facilities when we have one very very close to where the vehicles will be produced so we’re getting those engines that much closer to the units that they’re going to be installed in from an efficiency standpoint,” Haddock said.  Cloud facility manufactures and assembles two- and four-stroke snowmobile engines Arctic Cat in 2015 invested $400,000 to expand the assembly capability in St The move by TSV will add 50-100 jobs in St though an undisclosed number of jobs were lost in Bernau bei Berlin TSV acquired the Germany facility when it acquired Weber Motor in 2014 and renamed the division Textron Motors While the Bernau bei Berlin factory will close engine design and engineering will remain in Markdorf Cloud coincides with a decision to move production of all Stampede models to Thief River Falls “There’s plenty of capacity in Thief River Falls to take on that volume and it allows us to drive some more production demand through that plant on a year-round basis so we can operate more efficiently and effectively,” Haddock said.  TSV can also take advantage of the new paint line and other facility improvements that came as part of a $26 million investment into the Thief River Falls facility that Arctic Cat made in 2015 While adding Stampede production in Thief River Falls won’t open any additional job opportunities it will allow for year-round production.  “One of the cool things from the employee standpoint in Thief River and St Cloud is they are very excited for that production move to those areas because it extends their work season,” said Kale Wainer TSV marketing communications manager and 13-year Arctic Cat veteran Snowmobile production usually ends by roughly Thanksgiving side-by-side lines start up and down at various times of the year they’ll be able to work a steady schedule throughout the year which those employees are really excited about Production of all side-by-sides and ATVs under the Textron Off Road brand will also remain in Thief River Falls.  “We will invest pretty substantially in Thief River Falls to expand its production capabilities and continue to grow our business there,” Haddock said “Thief River Falls is a big part of who we are and it’s going to continue to be a big part of who we are.”  fewer than 10 people were laid off as a result of moving Stampede production from that facility to Minnesota.  “Many of the production workers who built the Stampede every day will be transferred to other production lines to help us produce Jacobsen turf care equipment and some of the other vehicle and equipment models that are built here in Augusta so we were able to minimize the impact and job losses from that move,” Haddock explained.  When TSV launched the Stampede in May 2016 the company also announced it had acquired a 240-acre 600,000-plus-square-foot facility near its Augusta headquarters While the Stampede has been produced out of that new building TSV already has plans for products that will move to the current Stampede production line.  “Although the Stampede production is moving away from that facility expansion we are already producing a number of other models in that facility The Jacobsen professional turf care equipment production of those models has moved from Charlotte (North Carolina) to Augusta and continues to be relocated from Charlotte to Augusta over the course of the year We have moved some of our legacy production lines from our legacy campus to that facility so that we can free up room here in Augusta to really expand our fabrication capabilities to serve all of our different product lines And we have a substantial aftermarket and service parts warehouse operation there in that facility There’s plenty of work going into that new facility even though we’re moving the Stampede to Thief River Falls,” Haddock said.  All three of the newly announced changes are expected to be completed by the end of 2017 Haddock said dealers should see no change in the delivery of their units.  and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( 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your preferences More information about our Cookie Policy on our Privacy Policy This live blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here The reshuffle comes as Macron is seeking to give fresh impetus to his second mandate ahead of European parliament elections later this year. The French president, Emmanuel Macron, appointed Gabriel Attal as France’s new prime minister. The move came after the president decided to replace Élisabeth Borne, and she resigned yesterday. The reshuffle is widely seen as part of Macron’s effort to reinvigorate a difficult second term as president ahead of European elections in June. Attal, who was serving as France’s education minister, is a popular figure. At 34, he is the youngest prime minister in modern French history. Attal is also France’s first openly gay prime minister. Macron’s allies welcomed the move, and foreign leaders congratulated Attal. Some of the French leadership’s domestic critics said Macron was merely trying to benefit from Attal’s popularity and that the new prime minister would merely function as a spokesperson. Updated at 15.56 CET9 Jan 202415.46 CETAngelique ChrisafisEmmanuel Macron’s decision to replace the former prime minister Élisabeth Borne and reshuffle the government is not regarded as a fundamental political shift head of Macron’s Renaissance party in parliament said Gabriel Attal could be relied on to “faithfully” carry Macron’s project for the country It is also an attempt to improve the chances of Macron’s centrist party in the June EU ballot where they are polling behind Le Pen’s far-right National Rally (RN) party Read the full story here. 9 Jan 202415.39 CETHere are more images from the handover ceremony “Let’s get to work, with strength, humility and without taboos, in the service of the French people,” he said. Merci Monsieur le Président pour votre confiance. Je mesure l’honneur qui m’est fait d’être nommé Premier ministre. Un cap : garder le contrôle de notre destin, libérer le potentiel français et réarmer notre pays. Au travail, avec force, humilité et sans tabou au service des… 9 Jan 202414.52 CETHere are photos from Paris an NGO working to combat discrimination against LGBTI people following the announcement that Gabriel Attal is France’s new prime minister that “we are delighted that being gay or homosexual is no longer an obstacle to holding a senior position.” Society is progressing and this visibility is a step in the right direction We expect a government that tackles the issue of violence and aggression against LGBTI people head-on and takes concrete action for equal rights Nous nous réjouissons du fait qu’être homosexuel ou gay aujourd’hui ne soit plus un obstacle à l’exercice de fonctions de premier rang. La société progresse et cette visibilité va dans le bon sens. Ce qui est important toutefois…(1/2) https://t.co/dnqrnf9g7l Updated at 14.54 CET9 Jan 202414.09 CETFar-right politician Marine Le Pen has also weighed in, writing on social media: What can the French expect from this fourth prime minister and fifth government in seven years? Nothing. Tired of this puerile ballet of ambitions and egos, they are waiting for a plan that puts them back at the heart of public priorities. She said the road to change would begin on 9 June, the date of the European parliament election. Que peuvent espérer les Français de ce 4e Premier ministre et de ce 5e gouvernement en sept ans ? Rien. Lassés de ce ballet puéril des ambitions et des egos, ils attendent un projet qui les remette au cœur des priorités publiques. Ce chemin vers l’alternance commence le 9 juin. Updated at 14.19 CET9 Jan 202413.58 CETNew French prime minister an ambitious communicator referred to as 'baby Macron'Angelique ChrisafisGabriel Attal has been referred to as a “baby Macron” in terms of his ambition strong media presence and centrist politics and is considered the best-known and most recognisable face of the close circle of young politicians around the president During Attal’s five months defending a hard-line on authority and secularism as education minister – including banning girls in state schools from wearing abayas and experimenting with introducing school uniform – he shot up the opinion polls as the most popular minister in government became a household name as government spokesperson during the Covid pandemic and is seen a master of political communication careful speaker who can sometimes be ferocious in political TV debates against the far right he is known to believe that it is important “to speak to people’s hearts” He won support for speaking out about being bullied at school Attal is also the first openly gay prime minister of France and is in a civil partnership with Stéphane Séjourné a member of the European parliament for Macron’s Renaissance party Although Attal was once part of the centrist wing of the left’s Socialist party he quit in his 20s to support Macron’s centrist project in 2017 He is seen as a defender of centrist politics in France and has also in recent months reached out to members of parliament in the right-wing party whose support is often crucial for legislation to be passed He is seen as popular among right-wing politicians in France Other European countries, however, have also had young leaders in recent years. Austria’s former leader, Sebastian Kurz, became chancellor at only 31 in 2017. Finland’s former prime minister, Sanna Marin, took over the role at 34, back in 2019. Others were also relatively young when they first won high-profile posts: Hungary’s Viktor Orbán was 35 when he became prime minister for the first time in 1998. And Ireland’s Leo Varadkar was 38 when he first became the country’s leader, as was Estonia’s former prime minister, Jüri Ratas. Emmanuel Macron was 39 when he became France’s president. Updated at 14.21 CET9 Jan 202413.26 CETGabriel Attal Here is an Ipsos poll from December he has become France’s youngest prime minister at 34 and the first openly gay leader of the government even for someone from Attal’s privileged background for whom each career advancement appears to have come remarkably easy In the early years of Emmanuel Macron’s presidency Attal was one of a group of well-educated young men from comfortable backgrounds picked to advise and support the equally young French leader Attal distinguished himself from the pack by his willingness to speak out in public on any issue thrown at him and his talent for finding the bon mot and soundbite The formidable communication skills and ability to think and speak on his feet parrying questions in parliament and in public has earned him the nickname “the Word Sniper” a lawyer and film producer of Tunisian Jewish descent who died in 2015 who is descended from Orthodox Christians from Odesa He grew up in Paris with his three younger sisters and uses the full name Gabriel Attal de Couriss Attal told the Libération news outlet: “My father said to me ‘Perhaps you’re Orthodox but you’ll feel Jewish all your life mainly because you’ll suffer antisemitism because of your name’.” Read the full profile here. Updated at 13.28 CET9 Jan 202413.06 CETEuropean leaders are congratulating Gabriel Attal Congratulations, @GabrielAttal on your appointment as Prime Minister of France Wish you every success!I'm looking forward to further strengthening 🇱🇹-🇫🇷 strategic dialogue & security of our shared European home safeguarding values of democracy and supporting Ukraine.Bon… Congratulations to @GabrielAttal on his appointment as Prime Minister of France 🇫🇷. We look forward to further fruitful cooperation in combating russian aggression, prosecuting russian war criminals, strengthening our defence capabilities and restoring Ukraine 🇺🇦. We appreciate… 9 Jan 202412.48 CETThe French president said he knows he can count on Gabriel Attal’s “energy” and “commitment” Cher @GabrielAttal, je sais pouvoir compter sur votre énergie et votre engagement pour mettre en œuvre le projet de réarmement et de régénération que j’ai annoncé. Dans la fidélité à l’esprit de 2017 : dépassement et audace. Au service de la Nation et des Français. Updated at 12.57 CET9 Jan 202412.45 CETThe French far left’s Jean-Luc Mélenchon said Gabriel Attal was simply returning to the role of spokesperson arguing that the function of prime minister has disappeared Le monarque présidentiel gouverne seul avec sa cour Malheur aux peuples dont les princes sont des enfants Sie erreichen uns täglich rund um die Uhr+49 30 29743333: Der Zahlenspiegel und die wichtigsten Fakten zur S-Bahn Berlin Das Signet an der S-Bahn-Station Brandenburger Tor Die große einteilige Frontscheibe brachte den Zügen der Baureihe 481 den Spitznamen "Taucherbrille" ein die Zeit des Mauerfalls: der S-Bahnhof Friedrichstraße im November 1989 Zahlreiche Ausflüge in Berlin und im Umland beginnen bereits mit einer S-Bahn-Fahrt Berlins schönste Seiten: eine Baureihe 481 im Hauptbahnhof Ein Zug der Baureihe 167 am S-Bahnhof Ostkreuz im Jahr 1964 Anzahl Mitarbeitende(Anzahl Vollbeschäftigte) Circa 1,4 Millionen Fahrgäste befördert die S-Bahn Berlin an Werktagen Unsere rot-gelben Züge gehören zum Stadtbild wie das Brandenburger Tor und der Fernsehturm Unsere Mitarbeiter:innen sorgen an 365 Tagen im Jahr rund um die Uhr dafür den Fahrgästen ein attraktives S-Bahn-Angebot zu liefern Das 340 Kilometer lange Streckennetz mit 168 Bahnhöfen wird mit 16 Linien befahren die den Citybereich mit dem Umland verbinden Wir bieten einen vielseitigen Service: eine hohe Taktdichte der Züge, ein flächendeckendes Netz von Kundenzentren und Verkaufsstellen sowie Mitarbeiter:innen auf den Bahnsteigen zentraler S-Bahnhöfe, die gern jederzeit Auskunft geben. Seit 2021 setzen wir mit neuen S-Bahnzügen einen Meilenstein für Qualität um unser umfangreiches Portfolio anbieten zu können ist ein Zusammenspiel verschiedener Partner die alle entscheidende Aufgaben im Öffentlichen Personennahverkehr (ÖPNV) in Berlin und Brandenburg übernehmen Unsere Partnernetzwerk 1924 rollte die erste elektrische S-Bahn von Berlin nach Bernau über die Gleise: der Anfang unserer traditionsreichen Geschichte, die untrennbar mit der Berliner Historie verbunden ist. Aufgrund der Teilung Deutschlands in zwei deutsche Staaten wurde Berlin durch die Mauer zerschnitten. Mit ihrem Fall konnte wieder zusammenwachsen, was zusammengehört – auch das getrennte Streckennetz der S-Bahn Innerhalb von anderthalb Jahrzehnten gelang es die brachliegenden Strecken wieder in Betrieb zu nehmen ein bisschen besser zu werden – für die Fahrgäste Berlins und des Umlandes Die Historie der S-Bahn Berlin Auch im Bereich des Umweltschutzes sehen wir uns in einer hohen Verantwortung der Hauptstadt ein umweltfreundliches Nahverkehrsmittel anbieten zu können jeden Tag besser zu werden im Schutz und in der Schonung der natürlichen Ressourcen Deshalb leisten wir täglich große und kleine Beiträge zur Erhaltung der Umwelt Unser Engagment im Umweltschutz Das soziale und kulturelle Engagement ist ein wichtiger Bestandteil des Leitbildes der S-Bahn Berlin Auf vielfältige Weise unterstützen wir sowohl Vereine als auch Hilfsorganisationen und initiieren Wohltätigkeitsaktionen Seit 2017 investiert die S-Bahn Berlin darüber hinaus in die Stellen von zwei mobilen Einzelfallhelfer:innen Die beiden nehmen Kontakt mit körperlich schwer gezeichneten Betroffenen auf die Zuflucht in den Öffentlichen Nahverkehrsmitteln und Bahnhöfen suchen Die Bahnhofsmission am Zoologischen Garten koordiniert das Projekt Unsere sozialen Aktivitäten Zu unserem Unternehmen gehören über 3.000 Mitarbeiter:innen die täglich in den unterschiedlichsten Bereichen engagiert und kompetent ihren Beitrag dafür leisten den Fahrgästen ein attraktives Dienstleistungs- und Serviceangebot anbieten zu können Um den Herausforderungen einer sich stetig vergrößernden Metropolenregion gerecht zu werden Seit 1934 bilden wir in den verschiedensten Berufen mit Erfolg aus Was uns als Arbeitgeber attraktiv macht Januar 1995 gegründet und ist eine 100-prozentige Tochter der DB Regio AG Die DB Regio AG ist für den Personennahverkehr der Deutschen Bahn AG in Deutschland zuständig Zur DB Regio AG Die S-Bahn Berlin ist seit 1924 als Mobilitätsanbieter in der Region Berlin-Brandenburg fest verankert und beschäftigt rund 3.000 Mitarbeitende Wir sind uns unserer großen sozialen und ökologischen Verantwortung bewusst Darum wollen wir eine verantwortungsvolle und nachhaltige Wertschöpfung entlang unserer gesamten Lieferkette gewährleisten und die Menschrechte wahren und achten Für uns sind wirtschaftlicher Erfolg und gesellschaftlich verantwortliches Handeln kein Widerspruch So erwarten wir auch von unseren Zulieferern und sonstigen Geschäftspartner:innen einen respektvollen Umgang mit Mensch und Umwelt als Grundlage für eine zuverlässige und nachhaltige Zusammenarbeit Unsere Grundsatzerklärung Über die Erfüllung unserer Sorgfaltspflichten nach dem LkSG berichten wir gegenüber dem Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle. Der entsprechende Bericht über das Geschäftsjahr 2023 kann über den folgenden Link eingesehen werden: Bericht zum LkSG Sie erreichen uns täglich rund um die Uhr Die wichtigsten Antworten und Hilfestellungen für unterwegs Immer top informiert – mit unserem Newsletter Registrieren Sie sich für personalisierte Newsletter Gewinnspiele und Informationen zu Ihren Routen Der Beschluss des Erweiterten Bewertungsausschusses (EBA) sieht dazu zwei neue Gebührenord­nungs­positionen (GOP) vor, die Ärzte und Psychotherapeuten abrechnen können, wenn sie für einen Patienten medizinische Dokumente wie Befunde oder Arztbriefe in dessen ePA ablegen. Eine eigenständige Beratungsleistung – wie von der KBV gefordert – wurde nicht in den Einheitlichen Bewertungsmaßstab (EBM) aufgenommen. Zur Begründung hieß es, der Gesetzgeber habe diese Aufgabe den Krankenkassen zugewiesen. „Somit ist mit dem Beschluss klargestellt, dass die Vertragsärzte und Vertragspsychotherapeuten ihre Patienten zur ePA nicht beraten müssen“, stellte diesbezüglich KBV-Vorstandsvorsitzender Andreas Gas­sen heraus. Unzufrieden zeigte sich Gassen mit der Höhe der Vergütung. Sie liege deutlich unter dem, was die KBV gefordert hatte, die Krankenkassen aber vehement abgelehnt hätten. Der EBA habe zumindest festge­legt, dass die Höhe der Honorierung mit der nächsten Ausbaustufe der ePA überprüft werden müsse. Auch könnten später gegebenenfalls noch weitere Tätigkeiten berücksichtigt werden. Digitalisierungskonferenz: ÖGD, ePA und DiGA im Fokus ePA: Verfassungsbeschwerde scheitert in Karlsruhe Hygiene und Digitalisierung: Weiter keine Einigung über Kosten ePA: Sachverständigenrat empfiehlt Verpflichtung für GKV-Mitglieder Digitalisierung: KBV-Vorstand Kriedel für stärkere Einbindung Die zwei neuen GOP 01431 und 01647 werden rückwirkend zum 1. Januar in den EBM aufgenommen. Die GOP 01647 (1,67 Euro / 15 Punkte) können Ärzte und Psychotherapeuten einmal im Quartal anset­zen, wenn sie Daten in der ePA erfassen, verarbeiten und/oder speichern. Sie wird als Zuschlag zu den Versicherten-, Grund- und Konsiliarpauschalen gezahlt. Findet in dem Quartal kein persönlicher Arzt-Patienten-Kontakt und keine Videosprechstunde statt, rech­nen Praxen die GOP 01431 (33 Cent / 3 Punkte) ab. Sie kann je Arzt oder Psychotherapeut bis zu viermal im Quartal für einen Patienten abgerechnet werden. Die Vergütung erfolgt jeweils extrabudgetär. Der Beschluss des EBA umfasst nicht die Erstbefüllung der ePA. Die Vergütung dafür hat für das Jahr 2021 der Gesetzgeber festgelegt. Praxen erhalten demnach zehn Euro pro sektorenübergreifender Erst­befüllung. Zu den konkreten Abrechnungsdetails dieser Pauschale wird derzeit noch eine sektoren­über­greifende Vereinbarung erarbeitet. Die ePA ist zu Jahresbeginn mit einer Testphase gestartet. Ihr flächendeckender Einsatz in den Praxen ist ab Juli geplant: Ärzte und Psychotherapeuten sind dann gesetzlich verpflichtet, die digitalen Akten mit Befunden oder Therapieplänen zu befüllen und Daten auszulesen, sofern der Versicherte dies wünscht. Für die Versicherten ist die Anlage und Nutzung der ePA freiwillig. Weiterhin strittig sind die Punkte Hygienekosten und die Vergütung der Verordnung von digitalen Ge­sund­heitsanwendungen (DiGA). Auch dazu hat die KBV den Erweiterten Bewertungsausschuss einge­schaltet, da keine Einigung mit den Krankenkassen erzielt werden konnte. Darüber soll in der nächsten EBA-Sitzung beraten werden. Diskutieren Sie mitWerden Sie Teil der Community des Deutschen Ärzteblattes und tauschen Sie sich mit unseren Autoren und anderen Lesern aus Unser Kommentarbereich ist ausschließlich Ärztinnen und Ärzten vorbehalten Anmelden und Kommentar schreibenBitte beachten Sie unsere Richtlinien Der Kommentarbereich wird von uns moderiert Kommentare können nur von Abonnenten verfasst werden, die einen vollen Namen in ihrem Benutzerprofil hinterlegt haben dass Sie als Abonnent ausweist und hinterlegen Sie Ihren vollen Namen in Ihrem Profil Erhalten Sie Zugriff auf nicht öffentliche Inhalte Kommentieren Sie Inhalte und lesen Sie Kommentare anderer Benutzer Informieren Sie sich täglich (montags bis freitags) per E-Mail über das aktuelle Geschehen aus der Gesundheitspolitik und der Medizin Bestellen Sie den kostenfreien Newsletter des Deutschen Ärzteblattes Immer auf dem Laufenden sein ohne Informationen hinterher zu rennen: Der tagesaktuelle Newsletter Reinhardtstr. 34 · 10117 BerlinTelefon: +49 (0) 30 246267 - 0Telefax: +49 (0) 30 246267 - 20E-Mail: aerzteblatt@aerzteblatt.de Sinovac und CanSinoBIO haben 3 chinesische Hersteller haben die klinischen Tests zu ihren Impfstoffen gegen SARS-CoV-2 weitgehend abgeschlossen 2 haben ihren Impfstoff bereits in mehreren Ländern eingeführt Über die Schutzwirkung der Impfstoffe gibt es unterschiedliche Angaben da die Ergebnisse der Phase-3-Studien noch nicht publiziert wurden Dezember erhielt der von Sinopharm zusammen mit dem Wuhan Institute of Biological Products und dem Wuhan Institute of Virology entwickelte Impfstoff in China eine Zulassung Dezember in den Vereinigten Arabischen Emiraten und am 12 Der Impfstoff mit der Bezeichnung Vero besteht aus dem Wildtyp von SARS-CoV-2 der in Verozellen vermehrt und dann chemisch inaktiviert wird Es handelt sich demnach um einen konventionellen Impfstoff Die Ergebnisse der Phase-1/2-Studie wurden im Oktober in Lancet Infectious Diseases (2020; DOI: 10.1016/S1473-3099(20)30831-8) veröffentlicht Der Impfstoff erzielte dort eine robuste Immunantwort von 2 Impfungen waren Antikörper nachweisbar Nach 42 Tagen war es bei allen Teilnehmern zu einer Serokonversion gekommen Der Impfstoff wurde laut dem Hersteller in einer Phase-3-Studie in angeblich 125 Ländern („nationalities“) an 60.000 Personen getestet (die Studie ist nur in China registriert und nicht auf clinicaltrials.gov gelistet) Diese Studie scheint inzwischen abgeschlossen zu sein Der Hersteller gibt die Wirksamkeit in seiner Pressemitteilung am 2 Januar anlässlich der Zulassung in China mit 86 % an Die Serokonversionsrate für neutralisierende Antikörper soll bei 99 % gelegen haben Mittelschwere und schwere Fälle von COVID-19 sollen zu 100 % vermieden worden sein Die Unterschiede zwischen den einzelnen Ländern – aus den Vereinigten Arabischen Emiraten wurde eine Effektivität von 86 % gemeldet in China soll sie 79 % betragen haben – führt der Hersteller auf die unterschiedlichen Kriterien in der Diagnose von COVID-19 in den einzelnen Ländern zurück dass in China bereits 10 Millionen Menschen geimpft worden seien darunter 1 Million Menschen in Peking und 602.000 in Shanghai Die bisherige Produktion wird mit fast 100 Millionen Dosen angegeben Januar hat Ungarn bei Sino­pharm fünf Millionen Dosen des in der EU nicht zugelassenen Impfstoffs bestellt Serbien hat den Impfstoff Mitte Januar als erstes europäisches Land zugelassen Die erste Million Dosen wurde von der Botschafterin vor kurzem symbolisch übergeben Sinopharm hat eine Zulassung von Vero bei der Weltgesundheitsorganisation (WHO) beantragt Das Dossier ist dort Ende Dezember eingetroffen Eine Entscheidung wird frühestens für März erwartet Der zweite chinesische Hersteller, Sinovac, hat ebenfalls einen Impfstoff, CoronaVac, aus inaktivierten Erregern in der klinischen Entwicklung. Im November wurden in Lancet Infectious Diseases (2020; DOI: 0.1016/S1473-3099(20)30843-4) die Ergebnisse der Phase-1/2-Studie publiziert Danach kam es nach der Impfung bei 97 % zur Serokonversion Der Titer (GMT) der neutralisierenden Antikörper blieb mit 23,8 bis 65,4 in den unterschiedlichen Dosierungsschemata hinter den Erwartungen zurück Im Serum von rekonvaleszenten Patienten waren mit der gleichen Methode GMT von 163,7 gefunden worden In Brasilien wurden die Tests im November wegen Zwischen­fällen vorübergehend unterbrochen Die Zwischenfälle waren laut einer Pressemitteilung von Sinovac jedoch nicht auf den Impfstoff zurückzuführen Aus den einzelnen Ländern wurden unterschiedliche Zahlen zur Effektivität in der Phase-3-Studie gemeldet deren Ergebnisse noch nicht publiziert wurden Laut einer Recherche von Reuters war der Impfstoff in der Türkei zu 91,25 % wirksam Aus Indonesien wurde eine Impfstoffwirkung von 65 % verlautet In Brasilien soll die Effektivität nur 50,4 % betragen haben Als Gründe für die differierenden Ergebnisse werden die unterschiedlichen Teilnehmergruppen genannt In Brasilien wurde die Studie nur an Mitarbeitern des Gesundheitswesens durchgeführt während in der Türkei und Chile neben medizinischen Mitarbeitern auch Personen aus der Allgemeinbevölkerung teilnahmen In Indonesien war die Teilnahme auf letztere beschränkt die einen Arztbesuch und damit eine Diagnose veranlassen Dies könnte sich auf die ermittelte Schutzwirkung auswirken Abstract der Phase-1/2-Studie zu Vero von Sinopharm RND zum Kauf vom Sinopharm-Impfstoff durch die ungarische Regierung Studie in Science zur Entwicklung des Impfstoffs von Sinovac Abstract der Phase-1/2-Studie zu CoronaVac von Sinovac Registrierung der Phase-1/2-Studie zu CoronaVac Registrierung der Studie zu CoronaVac in der Türkei Registrierung der Studie zu CoronaVac in Brasilien Studie zum Design der Phase-3-Studie zu CoronaVac in Brasilien Registrierung der Phase-3-Studie zu CoronaVac in Chile Registrierung der Phase-3-Studie zu CoronaVac in Indonesien Registrierung der Phase-1-Studie von CanSino Registrierung der Phase-2-Studie von CanSino Registrierung der Phase-3-Studie von CanSino Coronaimpfstoff: Serbien setzt chinesisches Vakzin ein Coronaimpfstoff: Sinopharm gibt Wirksamkeit mit 79 Prozent an Coronaimpfstoff: Chinesische Firma beantragt Zulassung SARS-CoV-2: Sinovac verkündet Ergebnisse aus Phase-3-Studie Coronaimpfstoff: China will in Ost- und Mitteleuropa expandieren Türkei: Mehr als 10 Millionen Coronaimpfungen Massenimpfung mit CoronaVac stoppt SARS-CoV-2 in brasilianischer Stadt Der Impfstoff CoronaVac wurde Mitte Januar in Brasilien zeitgleich mit AZD1222 von AstraZeneca zugelassen Der Regierung standen dort zu Beginn 6 Millionen Dosen zur Verfügung In Indonesien wurde ebenfalls Mitte Januar eine Impfkampagne mit zunächst 3 Millionen Dosen begonnen Sinovac hat Mitte Januar ein Dossier bei der WHO eingereicht Mit einer Entscheidung ist laut WHO frühestens im März zu rechnen Eine dritte chinesische Firma, CanSinoBIO, hat einen adenovirusbasierten Impfstoff in der klinischen Entwicklung. In der Phase-1/2-Studie, deren Ergebnisse bereits im Mai im Lancet (2020; DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(20)31208-3) veröffentlicht wurden erzielte der Ad5-Vektor-COVID-19-Impfstoff eine gute Immunogenität