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Here you will find current news on international activities of German actors in the fields of education, research and innovation.
Hasso Plattner Institute: openHPI platform used by SAP for its own open online courses
German Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI) is supporting the educational initiative of the software company SAP AG to offer interactive online courses open to everyone - so-called MOOCs. These courses, backed by technology and know-how from HPI and…
Aging: Changing Attitudes and Successful Coping Mechanisms
With age, people confront many challenges that impact overall well-being and longevity. Experts from Germany and the U.S. discussed this issue at the German Center for Research and Innovation (GCRI) on April 4, 2013.
Biomedical research fellowship aims to build capacity in Africa
Two European research bodies are collaborating on a clinical research fellowship scheme to train biomedical students in Sub-Saharan Africa, with the first open call for applications expected later this year.
Alberta-Germany Technology Commercialization Program Announces First Round of Projects
Three Alberta small to medium-sized enterprises have been selected to receive support for commercializing innovative products and services through the Alberta – Germany Collaboration Fund for Product Development and Commercialization.
The Tech Campus as Catalyst for Regional Development
Discussion on the role of universities in entrepreneurial activity and economic development showcasing TU Dortmund University and Cornell NYC Tech campus
German Turkish Masters Program in Social Sciences
GeT MA - the German Turkish Masters Program in Social Sciences is currently accepting applications for admission in the fall of 2013. Graduates receive the Dual-Master of Arts from the Middle East Technical University Ankara and the…
Climate-proofing Cities
City resilience and climate adaptation discussion at the German Center for Research and Innovation featuring Prof. Klaus Jacob, whose research forecast consequences of a Sandy-like storm, one year before the historic Superstorm hit the New York…
The Paradigm Shift in the Energy World – A Supply-Driven Market
As a result of increased renewable energy generation, supply will replace demand as the key influence of modern-day power systems and will thus induce a paradigm shift in the energy sector in the near future. An evening discussion with Dr. Urban…
Launch of Chinese-German Center for Bio-Inspired Materials at the Mainz University Medical Center
The aim of this lighthouse project is to use the strategy of marine animals to develop novel bio-inspired bone replacement materials and medications to ameliorate osteoporosis.
