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Here you will find current news on international activities of German actors in the fields of education, research and innovation.
European Health Award 2016: Six projects shortlisted
On the occasion of its 10th anniversary, six cross-border health projects have now been short-listed for the prestigious European Health Award. They cover topics such as chronic disease management, use of antibiotics, paediatric oncology, alcohol…
Pre-announcement about Joint German-Russian Project Proposals in Life Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities
The German Research Foundation (DFG) and the Russian Science Foundation (RSF) will launch a new call for proposals in the fields of Life Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities on 15 September 2016. The submission deadline will be 12 December 2016.
India and Germany join hands on skill agenda
India and Germany are deepening their collaboration in the area of skill development. An implementation agreement was signed between the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and (German International Cooperation (GIZ), to…
First Falling Walls Lab Competition to Take Place in NYC
The German Center for Research and Innovation (GCRI) will host the Falling Walls Lab, a global forum for innovators to pitch their research and business ideas on August 30, 2016, at the German Center for Research and Innovation New York.
EU-Project SmartEnCity – Towards Smart Zero CO2 Cities across Europe
SmartEnCity is a project funded under the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme. Under the coordination of Fundación TECNALIA Research & Innovation, 35 partners from 6 countries are working with joint forces on making Smart…
Partnership between Fraunhofer and Canadian Energy Supplier to develop Next-Generation Solid State Batteries
The Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research ISC and Hydro-Québec are teaming up to conduct research and development into next-generation lithium-ion and lithium-air battery materials to be used in transportation electrification.
Osnabrück University hosted three international summer schools
A total of 53 students from 18 countries visited the university to attend three-week subject courses. Moreover, 54 lecturers from Germany and other countries were instrumental in creating an inspiring, international atmosphere.
“From waste to resource” – the winners of the German-Indian ideas competition have been chosen
Participants from India and Germany win over the jury in the ideas competition for waste disposal in India organised by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF).
Online Courses in Integrated Management of Water, Soil and Waste
The United Nations University Institute for Integrated Management of Material Fluxes and of Resources (UNU-FLORES) has developed three online courses for decision makers, practitioners and students with an interest in planning and management of…
