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Here you will find current news on international activities of German actors in the fields of education, research and innovation.
Strategies for Recruitment, Retention, and Mentoring of Women in STEM: U.S.-German Perspectives
How can universities better promote gender equity in higher education? On Wednesday, October 16, at the German Center for Research and Innovation, expert panelists will share strategies on how to support women in STEM (Science, Technology,…
International Conference on Regenerative Medicine: New progresses and research methods
The World Conference on Regenerative Medicine will be held in Leipzig from 23 – 25 October 2013. Around 1,000 international researchers, medical practitioners and company representatives will take part in the event, exchanging views on new stem cell…
Enhancement of European International Cooperation and Eastern Partnership in R&D&I
The Lithuanian Presidency of the Council of the European Union conference “Enhancement of European International Cooperation and Eastern Partnership in R&D&I” (EEP 2013) focused on cooperation in R&D&I on the international level with special emphasis…
FOCUS: Logistics - Current Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges
Logistics has become an indispensable component of today’s global economy. On Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2013, a lunch discussion at the German Center for Research and Innovation (GCRI) New York will address challenges and opportunities in the field.
The European Financial Crisis and the Future of the European Union
What are the underlying causes and long-term consequences of the European Financial Crisis? On Oct. 10, join expert panelists from the U.S. and Germany for a timely discussion at the German Center for Research and Innovation (GCRI).
German Center for Research and Innovation Releases Third Annual Report
As the German Center for Research and Innovation (GCRI) approaches its fourth anniversary, its mission remains focused on strengthening transatlantic collaboration in science and technology.
Blog Shaping the Humanities
In view of the Arab Spring in the North African region, the cultural sciences are posing new questions. At this time, the analysis of themes such as "digital media", "culture and public space", as well as "culture and conflict" are playing a central…
Helmholtz Association and CAS fund five collaborative German-Chinese research projects
Since 2012, the Helmholtz Association, together with the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), has been supporting German-Chinese research projects. This year, five projects have been selected. For 2014 a next round of applications is planned.
European Medicines Agency cooperates with Leipzig University
Together with the Translational Centre for Regenerative Medicine (TRM) of Leipzig University, the European Medicines Agency is organizing a workshop on the approval of regenerative medicine products on 23 October in Leipzig.