DZIF bids farewell to Professor Reinhold E. Schmidt
We are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely death of our long-time friend, colleague and companion, Prof. Reinhold E. Schmidt.
Reinhold Schmidt has been involved in the DZIF from the very beginning, where he was continuously represented in the research area "Infections of the immunocompromised Host" with translational projects; he played an important role in shaping the thematic foci of that research area. As Dean of the "Hannover Biomedical Research School" and DZIF Academy Representative of the Hannover-Braunschweig site, he was impressively committed to young scientists and supported colleagues whenever necessary.
Through his many tasks as an expert, Reinhold Schmidt has brought immunology, rheumatology, and primary and acquired immune deficiencies into the clinical and research spotlight, representing and strengthening these fields far beyond the boundaries of medicine. We will miss his energy, his optimism and his Rhineland humour.
Our sincere sympathy goes to all the relatives and friends of Reinhold Schmidt, whom we will remember fondly as a wonderful and dedicated colleague and friend.
DZIF Executive Board, Main Office, Hannover-Braunschweig Site, Research Area „Infections of the immunocompromised Host“