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| Issue 10, December 2010 |
12/2/10 |
Newsletter "Research in Germany" |
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Dear Readers,
As 2010 draws to a close, we look back at a successful year. One highlight was the Year of Science 2010, during which numerous events, projects, competitions and workshops based on the "Future of Energy" took place throughout Germany and informed young people about sustainable advances in energy research.
In this newsletter, we return to the key issues which will continue to influence Germany's reputation as a place of research in years to come. These issues are crucial to solving the global challenges of the future, such as developing innovative technologies to meet the world’s increasing energy demands, finding sustainable ways to deal responsibly with CO2 emissions, and developing medication and vaccines for rare diseases and epidemics.
Looking ahead to 2011, we intend to strengthen and expand on existing relations andnetworks with our partner countries through international scientific programmes, such as the "Year of Germany and India 2011-2012" and the German-Russian Year of Science. We sincerely hope that this joint collaboration with scientists around the world will advance research efforts in the vital issues of the future.
Prof. Dr. Annette Schavan, MdB
Federal Minister of Education and Research
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"We will be tanking up electricity instead of petrol"
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Prof. Ulrich Wagner, Director of Energy and Transport at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) describes how the energy of the future is going to shape our everyday lives and explains what he would really like to invent as an energy researcher.
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Vigilant camera eye
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An innovative camera system could in future enhance security in public areas and buildings. Smart Eyes works like the human eye and analyses a video stream in real time.
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CO2 as a new raw material
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Carbon dioxide, a key factor in climate change, can also play a useful role, as explained at the symposium "CO2 - A New Raw Material", organised by electricity supplier Rheinisch Westfälisches Elektrizitätswerk AG (RWE) in Düsseldorf.
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Go-ahead for Darmstadt FAIR Research Centre
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On 4 October 2010, science ministers and state secretaries from nine countries in Asia and Eastern and Western Europe signed an international agreement on the construction and operation of FAIR, the "Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research in Europe".
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New Tokyo Science and Innovation House
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On 6 October 2010, the German Science and Innovation House Tokyo (DWIH) was officially opened at the 2010 German-Japanese Science and Innovation Forum in Academy Hills, Tokyo.
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BMBF and MIT enhance in scientific cooperation
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The Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the US have agreed to launch a mobility fund to promote cooperation between German scientists and MIT researchers.
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New "Research in Germany" release: FAQs - Doing a Doctorate in Germany
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Doctoral programmes in Germany enjoy an outstanding reputation in all disciplines. German universities and research institutes offer excellent opportunities for researchers and doctoral students from all around the world.
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Max Planck Grants for Advanced Postdoctoral Training
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The Max Planck Society (MPG) offers outstanding young academics from abroad grants for advanced postdoctoral training.
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The Year of Germany and India 2011-2012
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To mark 60 years of diplomatic relations between Germany and India, both countries are celebrating the Year of Germany and India 2011-2012 based on the motto "Germany and India - Infinite Opportunities", starting next autumn.
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BMBF supports development of drugs and vaccines for developing countries
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The Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) recently presented its new R&D funding measure to combat neglected diseases and those caused by poverty at the World Health Summit, which took place in Berlin in October.
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Fast food for Brontosaurus
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Why did sauropods grow so large in comparison to terrestrial animals today? A research group at the University of Bonn seems to have solved the puzzle.
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16 th India Technology Summit
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Germany has been invited as India's partner country to the 16th Technology Summit & Technology Platform in New Delhi, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry and the Indian Department of Science and Technology.
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European Career Fair
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The European Career Fair, one of the largest transatlantic career fairs in the US matches candidates from America’s
leading universities with the top echelon of employers from Europe.
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Cebit 2011 heart of the Digital World
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CeBIT is the world's largest trade fair showcasing digital IT and telecommunications solutions for home and work environments.
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IAMO Forum
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The IAMO Forum 2011 will focus on growth and trade in the world's leading emerging economies Brazil, Russia, India, and China (BRICs) and the repercussions on the world economy.
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More information |
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Editor
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Section Marketing for Research
Research in Germany Team (Editorial Staff)
Anke Sobieraj
Kennedyallee 50
D-53175 Bonn
Phone: + 49 (0)228 882-858
Fax: + 49 (0)228 882-9858
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Frankfurter Societaets-Medien GmbH
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Federal Ministry of Education and Research
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