Welcome to the new Kosmos magazine! Summer 2015. The Humboldt Foundation and the Federal Foreign Office launch the Philipp Schwartz Initiative to enable…
Focus on academic freedom 10 years of the Philipp Schwartz Initiative: Stories that give courage, voices that give hope
Guest article “Knowledge is the greatest asset” Johann Wadephul on science as the foundation of democracy and the protection of threatened researchers.
Interview Why academic freedom is the indicator of a free society Interview with Robert Schlögl and Robert Quinn
Chronology 10 years of the Philipp Schwartz Initiative In 2015, the Humboldt Foundation and the Federal Foreign Office launched the Philipp Schwartz Initiative – a…
Close up on research What does animal behaviour reveal about us humans? Researcher Meg Crofoot takes us on a journey into the world of monkeys.
Quick Insights Empowering children: How can we do it, Tina Malti? The developmental psychologist investigates how children develop self-confidence and resilience.
Quick Insights How can we improve flood defense, Yuzhu Pearl Li? The environmental engineer is testing oyster reefs to counteract storm surges and erosion.
Quick Insights What is your approach to electric vehicle battery recycling, Tannaz Naseri? The chemical engineer explains how she “repairs” batteries sustainably.
Quick Insights What is the situation regarding freedom of the press in Africa, Sara Namusoga-Kaale? The researcher investigates which foreign countries influence the media.
Humboldtians in private The coincidence of a lifetime Fifty years, one common path: a look back on our eventful life in academia.
