The research group "Image Analysis" at the ZKI-PH is primarily focused on the development and application of algorithms for the analysis of images for public health-relevant topics and projects. On the one hand, algorithms are developed that are specifically suitable for extracting certain information from biomedical image data. On the other hand, existing algorithms are adapted and applied to the investigation of research topics in the areas of infection research and diagnostics of diseases and pathogens. Images from imaging methods, such as fluorescence or electron microscopy, MRI, CT, X-ray, from the research of the RKI or freely available sources are used as a data basis. In addition, satellite data are analysed to investigate environmental factors for the outbreaks and spread of pandemics.