Academic topics

In this Humboldt Cities Lecture Oleg Pachenkov talks about participation in the post-political context and provides a comparison between St. Petersburg and Berlin. Be there and join the discussion.

In this Humboldt Cities Lecture Joanna Kusiak presents her new book 'Radically Legal. Berlin Constitutes the Future'. Be there and join the discussion.

In this presentation, Sukma Larastiti will look at and analyze the problem of knowledge inclusivity in the transport sector based on the case of Indonesia. #byalumniforalumni

In this presentation, Sukma Larastiti will look at and analyze the problem of knowledge inclusivity in the transport sector based on the case of Indonesia. #byalumniforalumni

Lab Talks bring current research 'from the lab to the web'. In this event, Mirabbos Hojamberdiev talks about perovskite BaTaO2N and the step from material synthesis to solar water splitting. #byalumniforalumni

Virtual Coffee Break (recording)

Susan Nasipwoni looks at how to create a more inclusive education for children with disabilities by breaking down barriers and creating inclusive learning environments. #byalumniforalumni

Virtual Coffee Break (Recording)

Veeresh Anehosur talks about the fascinating world of solar energy and its integration with energy storage systems (ESS, also known as batteries). #byalumniforalumni

Virtual Coffee Break (Recording)

Ratna Priya Bysani reports on her participation in COP28 in her role as a scientific observer. She shares her impressions and experiences and give an assessment of the dialog and the main outcomes of the UN Climate Change Conference 2023 in Dubai. #byalumniforalumni

Lab Talk (recording)

During her talk, Zurina Hassan reports on the impact of Kratom use on abuse liability and cognitive function. #byalumniforalumni

Virtual Coffee Break (recording)

Food security is a global problem. The introduction of appropriate animal welfare practices is one way to address this problem. Good husbandry conditions influence the production of animal products as well as their quality. In addition, the One Welfare concept recognizes the link between animal, human and environmental welfare. #byalumniforalumni

Virtual Coffee Break (recording)

Rob Siddall uses his designs to show how robotics is trying to better understand animal locomotion in order to build better robots. He also discusses how linking biology and robotics can provide a fantastic entry point into science communication and engineering for young people interested in science. #byalumniforalumni

Recording of the Digital Fishbowl

On the occasion of the International Day of Forests, German alumni and forest experts will discuss the global impact of the loss of forests on biodiversity and ecosystems. They share their knowledge on the topic, report on projects they are involved in and discuss ideas for solutions. #byalumniforalumni

Virtual Coffee Break (recording)

In her report, Mennatullah Hendawy reflects on her career as an interdisciplinary researcher and the professional reorientations in the course of her academic career. #byalumniforalumni

Virtual Coffee Break (recording)

Here you will learn how Indonesia, on the one hand of the most biologically resource-rich countries on earth and on the other hand a country where many biota are now threatened with extinction, is trying to halt and reverse biodiversity loss. #byalumniforalumni

Infographic

Fair Trade is a development policy movement that has been fighting injustices in world trade for more than 50 years - in Germany and worldwide. This infographic deals with the goals and different approaches of fair trade and also explains how to recognize fair trade products.

A learning revolution: many higher education institutions rely on AI to improve learning. Read on to discover the tools they use and their associated opportunities.

Researching green hydrogen with the DAAD’s ERA Fellowships. Three international fellows share their experiences.

Gilman-DAAD Germany Scholarships enable US students from low-income families to spend short periods of time in Germany. Shelby Smith, a biology student from Kentucky, talks about the challenges of her first few weeks, the helpfulness of Germans and her new passion for intercultural exchange.