Magazine Humboldt Kosmos
Thanks to modern dialogue systems like Alexa and Siri, computers have become our everyday helpers: on voice command they deliver information, operate stereo equipment, switch the lights on and even tell jokes. But they do it without a trace of emotion – a normal conversation is impossible. Milica Gašić from Serbia wants to change that.
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Magazine Humboldt Kosmos
Ulinka Rublack’s book about the astronomer Johannes Kepler, who defended his mother in a witchcraft trial, caused a stir. Drawing on old sources, the historian reconstructs a fascinating image of the Early Modern Era in which superstition meets science.
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Magazine Humboldt Kosmos
Everyone has cursed them at some stage, though German authorities are better than their reputation according to administrative science specialists Geert Bouckaert and Werner Jann. A conversation about modern administrations, friendly officials and persistent stereotypes.
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Magazine Humboldt Kosmos
The international visiting researchers sponsored by the Humboldt Foundation have handed us our report. A comment by Hans-Christian Pape, President of the Humboldt Foundation.
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We’re amazed, amused, confused or dumbfounded. Spending time abroad always puts our normal expectations to the test. What are the mechanisms that control our percept ion when we are immersed in another culture? A look at the research.
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Magazine Humboldt Kosmos
Anja Karliczek, Hans Christian Pape, Ranga Yogeshwar, Heiko Maas and Carolina Doran talk about their personal Humboldt.
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International Climate Protection Fellows 2012/2013 International Climate Protection Fellowship: Information about the fellowship and on how to apply   Richard Arthur Degree : Master of Science | F
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Alexander von Humboldt providing the inspiration for hip hop music? Is that even possible? Absolutely – „Humboldt’s Groove“ is the name of the track by Cuban rapper El Temba and Retrogott (real name Kurt Tallert) from Cologne. The latter is known for the social criticism of his lyrics.
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In his biography, historian Andreas W. Daum puts Alexander von Humboldt’s life in the context of a revolutionary age marked by major upheaval.
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At an age where most scientists would have settled for the odd conference, Alexander von Humboldt was still seeking adventure. In 1829 he set off on an expedition that took him to the court of the Russian Emperor and the border with China.
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