Authors

"Science allows me to have a varied, responsible workday and to truly immerse myself in an exciting topic."

"Groundwater is one of the last unexplored habitats and is hardly protected by law. As scientists, we have a great obligation here."

"I want to help make our industry more independent, sustainable, and future-proof - with the help of thermodynamics and artificial intelligence."

"Our world is constantly changing. Science plays an important role in finding solutions to mitigate the negative effects and enhance the positive ones."

"Deciphering complex mathematical structures enables solutions that help society and advance science."

"I am fascinated by political strategy and political judgment. Televised debates are an excellent format for basic research in this area."

"How do plants function on a molecular level and how do they manage to adapt so successfully to all environmental conditions?"

"I'm driven to explore how deeply rooted biases constrain the space equality can offer. Equality doesn't take anything away – it creates space for everyone."

"Cities and regions are exciting laboratories. We create learning processes on sustainability and transformation in international comparisons."

"I am fascinated by the combination of long-term processes (evolution) and dynamic interactions in the here and now (ecology).“

"Equal opportunities would give many people the chance to realize their potential. Uncovering the subtle mechanisms that prevent this fascinates me."

"What drives me? Curiosity and the joy of solving problems."

"Biotechnology is the base; education turns it into action for a sustainable climate future."

"Engaging in our research enables me to see the world through a new lens and gain a deeper understanding of the mechanisms at play and their implications."

"I am fascinated by understanding, controlling and even applying the fundamental laws of the quantum world."

"The linguistic and cognitive achievements of children in the course of language acquisition are the inspiration for my research."

"In times of AI and algorithmic curation, understanding the psychological mechanisms of media usage is more difficult and more exciting than ever."