University Cooperation

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German universities, like most universities around the world, maintain a broad network of international partnerships. The DAAD supports such international partnerships through a number of schemes that aim to foster cooperation among higher education institutions.

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University Cooperation

University Landscape & General Advice for Cooperation

Cooperation between foreign universities and German higher education institutions (HEI) include the academic exchange of students and/or professors, as well as regular scientific projects. Nevertheless, there is an even greater potential for establishing new collaboration in diverse fields of science.

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Here you will find an overview of the DAAD's programme calls for German universities. Currently, the following information is only available in German.

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Coronavirus: German military training sniffer dogs 06. July 2020 03:26

Sniffer dogs can detect explosives and drugs, but can they also detect COVID-19? The German military and a veterinary university foundation are working with various breeds of sniffer dogs to find out.
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German parliament backs coal phase-out 03. July 2020 20:41

German lawmakers have backed plans to phase out coal as an energy source by 2038. The government is trying to end Germany's dependence on fossil fuels in favor of renewable supplies. Climate activists, however, say 18 years is just too long to wait.
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Rough ride: Cruel animal transports 03. July 2020 14:19

Animal suffering often begins even before the feedlot or slaughterhouse. Many companies don’t adhere to EU regulations on animal transport. Activists document the violations as best they can, but they’re often powerless.
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Self-optimization - We speak to an expert 03. July 2020 12:30

In Good Shape meets up with journalist and author Isabell Prophet in Berlin. She talks about the modern-day pressure to improve yourself and where it comes from. And she explains why it’s important to learn to be content with who you are.
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Cosmetic surgery - a booming market 03. July 2020 11:20

The field of cosmetic surgery has changed dramatically in recent years. While in the past, operations were lengthy and expensive, today there are many cheaper options. An operation may be as quick as a visit to the dentist. And demand is growing.
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How lab animals have fared in the coronavirus crisis 01. July 2020 11:46

The current pandemic has impacted lab animals, with US research labs culling thousands of mice. Germany has coped somewhat better, but the situation has once more highlighted the contentious practice of animal testing.
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Why do more men die from COVID-19? 30. June 2020 08:55

Men, women and children all become infected with the new coronavirus equally often. But men tend to suffer more severe cases of COVID-19 and are more likely to die of it. DW looks at possible explanations.
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Climate activism in the age of the coronavirus pandemic 27. June 2020 11:36

The coronavirus pandemic has forced climate protest groups like Fridays for Future and Extinction Rebellion to find new ways to get their message out. Activists are gathering for socially distanced sit-ins or bike rides. DW met with both groups in Berlin.
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Loved or loathed? How Germany's coronavirus tracking app is faring 26. June 2020 16:06

As many government tracking apps are lambasted by users across Europe, Germany appears to be the lone success story — or is it? DW takes a closer look.
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What is the coronavirus reproduction number 'R'? 26. June 2020 14:17

The reproduction number 'R' is used to determine how fast the coronavirus spreads through a given community. But what exactly does this number mean? And what is its significance? Professor Dirk Brockmann of Berlin's Humboldt University explains.
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Vaccines - we talk to an expert 26. June 2020 12:30

In Good Shape goes to the German Museum of Technology in Berlin to meet virologist Professor Dr. Hendrik Streeck. He talks about which vaccinations we need and the potential risks behind them. And he explains what ‘herd immunity‘ is.
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Untold health crisis: Coronavirus didn't stop illicit drug use 26. June 2020 06:00

Public health bodies have warned that illicit drug users are at high risk due to the pandemic lockdown. But whether the reason is boredom or anxiety, home-cooked drugs or more users injecting, the data is slow to come.
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Germany: Scientists test artemisia plant against coronavirus 25. June 2020 19:25

A derivative of the Artemisia annua plant, also known as sweet wormwood, has long been used in the treatment of malaria. Scientists are currently testing the plant’s potential against the novel coronavirus Sars-CoV-2.
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Germany bans single-use plastic products 24. June 2020 21:21

The German Cabinet came to the agreement after months of speculation and the ban will mean the country falls in line with an EU directive to reduce waste. The prohibition will come into effect from July 2021.
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Reading your partner's emotions well: A boon or a bane? 23. June 2020 10:50

Empathy is important. Being able to read a partner's emotions accurately can benefit relationships. A new study shows, however, that it is sometimes even harmful to recognize correctly what your partner is feeling.
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'Humans are not prepared to protect nature' 23. June 2020 06:51

Why do we find it so hard to change our behavior? German philosopher Peter Sloterdijk explains how this is connected to the climate crisis.
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How effective is EMS training? 19. June 2020 21:56

EMS training uses low-frequency electrical impulses to stimulate muscles. But how effective is it? DW tries it out.
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Coronavirus: What does blood type have to do with COVID-19? 19. June 2020 09:54

A case of COVID-19 can take mild to severe courses: Sometimes there are no symptoms, and sometimes people die. New research suggests that blood types could play a rather important role by affecting the immune response.
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Parkinson’s disease - movement as therapy 18. June 2020 07:14

Studies have shown that movement can alleviate the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. One special form of therapy involves ‘big movement’, which helps counteract symptoms such as shaking and rigidity.
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Will mutations soon make the coronavirus less harmful? 17. June 2020 09:38

The new wave of infections in China seems to be associated with a mutation of the coronavirus — but there's no need to panic. SARS-CoV-2 might mutate so it causes a form of rhinitis — often known as the sniffles.
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