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When a pipeline has a leak – hydrogen is to become a key element for the post-fossil age
“Water is the coal of the future. Tomorrow’s energy will be derived from water that has been broken down by an electric current. The constituent... more
Back to Work Without Cardiophobia – “AmPULS” is testing a program that supports a return to the workplace following cardiovascular disease and rehabilitation
The lakeshore behind the clinic invites for a walk. The resin scent of the nearby forest, the fresh wind blowing across the water – those who come to... more
Narrow Valleys, steep river gradients – how Big Data Analyses help understanding the Himalayas
Based on over 1000 measurements of uplift rates in the Himalayas, a team with participation of the University of Potsdam were able to show that... more
Climate Change for Millions – Researchers analyze which administrative structures cities need and how participatory formats can be successful
Berlin is getting hot. Nowhere else in Germany was the summer of 2022 as warm as in the capital: 20.6°C on average – and thus one and a half degrees... more
“That would be an accolade!” – Dr. Manja Schüle, Minister for Science, Research, and Culture of the Federal State of Brandenburg, hopes that Potsdam will succeed in the Excellence Strategy of the German Federal Government
The University of Potsdam will submit three applications for the next round of the Excellence Strategy of the German Federal and State Governments... more
“Ambitious But Not Presumptuous” – President Oliver Günther about research excellence at the University of Potsdam
The University of Potsdam wants to establish itself in the top tier of international research universities. For this purpose, it has submitted three... more
Researching Limits to Recognize Possibilities – The Collaborative Research Center 1287 investigates the “variability of language”
Undoubtedly, language is one of the most versatile tools used by humans. This is because of its variability, which manifests across all levels – from... more
“Security is One of the Most Important Concerns of Society Today” – New “WaterHub” aims to facilitate the networking of research on Water water extremes
Two thirds of the Earth’s surface are covered by water. It dominates our everyday lives, even if we do not always notice it. But there is trouble if... more
Forging New Alliances – The Research Training Group minor cosmopolitanisms wants to encourage dialogue
Cosmopolitans are at home everywhere; the world is their home. Neighbors, friends, like-minded people, and peers all around. A charming idea that, in... more