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Here you will find a wide range of free learning content to help you develop both personally and professionally. You can also discover exciting research topics and get a taste of scientific disciplines to expand your knowledge.

In an increasingly digital world, our learning opportunities are flexible and accessible. You can participate from anywhere and connect with a global community of learners. Whether you want to deepen your knowledge or explore new topics, our platform provides you with the resources you need. Our offers cover a broad spectrum, including learning German, career development, communication, soft skills as well as academic topics. If you would like to refresh or improve your German language skills, you can take advantage of our wide range of language learning opportunities. Use cloze texts, reading texts, podcasts and conversation lessons to improve your skills and .

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      In this Lab Talk, Humboldtian Carmen Feijoo discusses her research on neutrophil heterogeneity in homeostasis and inflammation and lessons learned from zebrafish.
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      Date22.04.2025

      LocationOnline

      Seminar

      What do I need to know if I want to plan my career in science? Does a doctorate / PhD make sense in my field, even if I don't intend to go into research? What comes after the doctorate? What job opportunities are available to me? This seminar provides answers to these questions and many more. 

    • [Translate to Englisch:] Grafik einer Frau am Arbeitsplatz
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      Episode 16: Know your Rights

      In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s essential for anyone working in Germany: labor laws. Whether you’re a German national or an immigrant, these laws apply to everyone. We will also tackle a critical issue: discrimination in the workplace.

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      Bakhrom Radjabov, Alumna

      Participant in the tutored e-learning course “International Project Management”

      This international group of people with diverse backgrounds has been an advantage for me because I could learn from my international colleagues and find out more about their experiences in project management.
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      Science Communication Workshop Series

      Date14.04.2025 - 13.05.2025

      LocationOnline

      Workshop Series

      Would you like to improve your science communication skills? Our free digital workshops will give you the basics you need as a researcher to be able to present your research results to different audiences. Register now!

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      Episode 15: Study in English, Work in German

      The transition from university to work can be tough, especially with a language shift, like moving from an English-taught degree to a German-speaking job. It leaves little time to fully learn the language, adapt to the culture, and prepare for the job market.

    • Hands of a man at a laptop, in front of it symbols for organization, planning and personnel management
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      Date19.02.2025

      Locationonline

      Virtual Coffee Break (recording)

      Rafael Leite looks at management development in the higher civil service systems in the German federal states. #byalumnsforalumns

    • Fact snack

      The human brain consists of around 100 billion nerve cells, or neurons, and around 100 trillion synapses. These are connections used by the neurons to distribute activity and exchange signals. This system is used to work, learn, think and process sensory impressions and emotions. But only with reading and memorizing, a person does not use the full potential of the brain - for this reason, we should combine several different learning techniques. 

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      Episode 14: Wie geht's? - Mental wellbeing at work in Germany

      Starting fresh in a new country can be overwhelming, so prioritizing mental health is crucial for both employees and employers to foster a productive work culture