The Common Evening Primrose – a versatile medicinal plant with modern relevance
Although it has long been more than just a classic wild plant, the common evening primrose is once again coming into focus in medicine and research as the Medicinal Plant of the Year 2026. Its potential ranges from dermatological applications to hormone-related uses. At the center of attention is evening primrose oil, which is extracted […]
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine): Biochemistry, Physiology, and Clinical Relevance
Vitamin B6 is an essential, water-soluble micronutrient and comprises a group of structurally related compounds: pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine, as well as their phosphorylated derivatives. Vitamin B6 and Its Role in Metabolism Vitamin B6 plays a central role in amino acid metabolism, including transamination, deamination, and processes linked to the urea cycle. It is also essential […]
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Those Who Act Make History. A Cfm Museum as a Symbol of Change, Courage, and Vision
History does not always begin with a loud bang. Sometimes, all it takes is a dusty box in an attic. When old books, tins, and documents surfaced at Cfm, they initially appeared to be silent witnesses of a long past. For Managing Director Steffen Tropitzsch, however, they quickly became something tangible. “Two hundred and thirty-eight […]
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In Search of the Extraordinary – Rooted in the Soil of Colombia
In the early morning hours, when mist still drapes the lush green hills of Colombia like a veil and the first rays of sunlight pierce through the dense canopy, the day begins for many farmers with a glance at their fields. Between Coffee Plantations and Wild Orchids Here, where the soil is fertile and the climate as […]
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5th Alpine Winter Conference on Medicinal and Synthetic Chemistry
We look forward to meeting you in St. Anton. Feel free to schedule a personal appointment with Michael Schäffler (michael.schaeffler@cfmot.de).
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Keeping Lupins Safe: The Role of Reference Standards
Lupins are considered a valuable source of protein and are especially popular in vegan and gluten-free products. However, alongside their positive properties, they also pose health risks that should not be underestimated. The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) points out that lupin seeds contain natural defense compounds: so-called quinolizidine alkaloids (QA). These alkaloids […]
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Product of the Month August: Everolimus
Everolimus is a synthetic derivative of the natural compound Sirolimus (Rapamycin), originally isolated from the bacterium Streptomyces hygroscopicus found on Easter Island (Rapa Nui). As a member of the macrolide class and mTOR inhibitors, Everolimus boasts a remarkable range of applications. From transplant medicine to cancer research and laboratory technology. Everolimus was developed to optimize […]
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Bangalore: Michael Schäffler Receives Highest Honor from the State of Karnataka
26 Years of Successful Cooperation with Siddhi Vinayaka Spechem PVT LTD About 26 years ago, Harsha, the owner of Siddhi Vinayaka Spechem PVT LTD, started producing dithiothreitol on a 5 kg scale. This chemical compound is used in molecular biology and biochemistry to stabilize and protect proteins.At that time, the main customer was based in […]
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Product of the Month May: Plant-based Cholesterol – Research Reagent
Cholesterol: An essential component of the lipid cocktail in vaccines For the administration of vaccines, a so-called “lipid cocktail” is required, in which cholesterol plays a central role. Lipids are largely water-insoluble natural substances that, together with the mRNA fragment, form lipid nano-particles. These particles protect the vaccine and enable its safe transport into the […]
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“Cfm trusted us when no one else did.”
GIHON, Argentina and Cfm Oskar Tropitzsch celebrate 30 years of business relationship and friendship It all began 30 years ago in Marktredwitz. The former “Chemische Fabrik Marktredwitz” produced the active ingredient thimerosal itself for a long time. Later, the material could be obtained from an Argentinian source, which gradually turned out to be dishonest. A […]
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Fluorides in toothpaste – protective shield for sustainably healthy teeth and gums
It is well known: Fluoride in toothpastes is important for successful caries prophylaxis. However, not all fluoride is the same. There are some differences and sometimes they can only be used in combination to achieve the desired effect. In general, fluorides are most effective when they are on the surface of the tooth. The tooth […]
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CPhI Milan
We are ready for the CPhI in Milan from 8 to 10 October. Steffen Tropitzsch, Michael Schäffler and Corinna Schroller will be on site and will be happy to take the time for a personal conversation. Feel free to send us an email to info@cfmot.de to arrange your desired date in advance.
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