Academic topics

In her presentation, Tang Yang analyzes the reform of a "grassroots" governance system and the functions of plannersin urban renewal in Beijing, which has changed the conventional planning of "elitist" or "top-down" planning in China. Register for the event and be there!

Lab Talks bring research 'out of the lab and onto the web'. During a talk, international scientists present their current research and its results or even a new publication. During her talk, Zurina Hassan reports on the impact of Kratom use on abuse liability and cognitive function. Sign up now!

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In this live conversation, German native speakers talk about life in Germany. Each event has a topic. The participants talk about this topic and share their personal experiences. This event will be about different celebrations in Germany. What do people celebrate in Germany, how do they organise a party and what gifts do they bring? You can also look forward to our live call from the Oktoberfest, whose origin was also a celebration - a sovereign wedding.

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

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)

In this Virtual Coffee Break, Rob Siddall uses his designs to show how robotics is trying to better understand animal locomotion in order to build better robots. The advanced technology can then be used to protect nature. 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. Watch the recording now!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Quiz

You have read the infographic on Fair Trade? Have you memorised everything? Then test your knowledge about Fair Trade with this quiz!

Virtual Coffee Break (recording)

You will get to know how a World Climate Conference works as well as about the main outcomes of COP27 in Sharm el Shaik. Furthermore, you will learn about the role of the nature theme in the global climate agenda and how nature was treated in COP27th initiatives, finance, promises, and tracking progress.

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Virtual Coffee Break (Recording)

The neglected corona warriors include hospital cleaners, sanitation workers and mortuary workers. Without their contribution, the safety of the rest of the population would have been at risk during the COVID-19 pandemic. Join the Virtual Coffee Break to listen to Sumeet Mhaskar's talk and engage in a discussion with him and other members! #byalumniforalumni

Virtual Coffee Break (Recording)

In this Virtual Coffee Break, Gaurav Sharma, alumnus of the German Chancellor Scholarship, gives an overview of the AI ecosystem in India. Among other things, he will address political projects, the most important topics of discussion and experiments on the use of AI and illustrate them using examples. Join in and discuss with Gaurav Sharma and other alumni!  #byalumniforalumni

Infographic

The topic of artificial intelligence is unavoidable these days – everyone is talking about AI. Already it is part of most software – even if it isn’t immediately recognisable as such. However, we are a long way from thinking computers and completely autonomous robots.

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Who were the big explorers? What was their motivation? Are the days of big expeditions over or are there still undiscovered areas of the map? This infographic provides answers to these questions.

International alumni report on their research stays in Germany and how their scientific careers have subsequently developed. In addition, a career coach talks about her experiences and gives concrete tips for planning scientific careers.

Experts from universities and funding organisations discuss the complex relationship between diversity and excellence in higher education and call for a rethinking of scientific potential in higher education.

Global forest loss endangers biodiversity and our ecosystems. DAAD alumna and alumni joined a digital conference to discuss what can be done to combat it.