What is the current state of health research in Germany? What are the challenges? And why are international partnerships so important in this area? In this edition we report on the latest developments and collaborations. You can also read how a young man from Yemen became one of Germany’s best-known science communicators, learn about current funding programmes and discover our number of the month.
IN FOCUS: Health research
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Researching for the sake of health
Medical research in Germany is making considerable progress, such as in the field of cancer therapy. This requires imaginative scientists who pursue their goals single-mindedly.
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Better blood plasma for a wider range of applications
A start-up from Mannheim wants to ensure even better use of donor blood. To this end, it is also seeking exchange with researchers from Australia.
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Science communication as a career option
His father wanted him to become a farmer. Instead, Hashem Al-Ghaili is now one of the most successful science communicators in Germany and beyond. His videos are watched by millions of people.
MoreCURRENT CALLS
Research Alumni Conference "Research towards Trustworthiness and Self-Determination in a Networked Society"
The Weizenbaum Institute for the Networked Society in cooperation with various partner institutions is inviting former guest researchers to a multidisciplinary conference in Boston, MA, USA from 24 to 25 September 2018. Researchers who spent a research stay at one of the consortium partners and who currently reside in the USA or Canada are eligible to apply until 13 May 2018.
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Funding for Junior Research Groups from the German Centre for Cardiovascular Research
The German Centre for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK) provides funding for Junior Research Groups. The current round of applications runs from now until 30 June 2018.
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Scholarships from the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung
Through its scholarship programme, the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung supports international students and doctoral students at German universities. Applications in Germany are invited from 1 June until 15 July 2018.
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Jeff Schell Scholarship from the Bayer Foundations
Through their Jeff Schell Scholarship, the Bayer Foundations support students and doctoral students in the agricultural and environmental sciences. The next round of applications will run from 1 June until 18 July 2018.
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124 million
That’s how many children and teenagers between the ages of five and 19 are obese. Young researchers are studying the influence of our genetic make-up and looking into personalised diets.
MoreUPCOMING EVENTS
"Research in Germany" information seminar at Waseda University, Tokyo, Japan
Interested in doing a PhD or postdoc in Germany? Looking for an appropriate programme and funding opportunities? Meet the "Research in Germany" team at Waseda University in Tokyo on 17 May 2018 between 1 pm and 6 pm. Registration is possible until 15 May.
More"Research in Germany" at the 11th Annual NIH Career Symposium, Washington, D.C., USA
Come and join us at the 11th Annual Career Symposium of the National Institutes of Health in Washington, D.C. on 18 May! This event is the best opportunity for students, graduates and professionals to learn about the many choices of an academic career in Germany.
More"Research in Germany" at the BCF Career Event, Utrecht, Netherlands
Ready to take the next step in your scientific career? Meet our delegation of German universities and research institutions at the BCF Career Event in Utrecht on 24 May. Take the opportunity and learn about vacant PhD and postdoctoral positions in Germany!
More"Research in Germany" information seminar, Seoul, South Korea
Interested in doing a PhD or postdoc in Germany? Join the "Research in Germany" team at the Goethe Institute Korea in Seoul on 24 May 2018 to find out more about PhD programmes, funding opportunities and much more. Please register until 22 May.
More"Research in Germany" online talks, 4 to 7 June 2018
Join our online talks from 4 to 7 June with experts from German research institutions and testimonials from all over the world giving you an insight in the German research landscape, funding opportunities and many more! The online talks are free of charge and will be conducted in English.
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