It penetrates our consciousness, makes us tap our feet, and determines the pulse of our words. Music and language cannot do without it: rhythm. But... more
The day the Berlin Wall fell is remembered by many very vividly: Where they were when they heard about the opening of the border, what they did first,... more
On the corona pandemic – contributions from the University of Potsdam Nothing is happening: No balls are rolling, no wheels are turning and there is no movement on the tartan tracks. The measures taken to contain the... more
On the corona pandemic – contributions from the University of Potsdam Since March 2020, everything has been somewhat different, even at the University of Potsdam. Examinations at a distance, lectures online, seminars via... more
Hatred and harassment threaten peaceful coexistence in our society. Not just on the internet, but in the analogue world, too. They are expressions of... more
Human language is a fairly complex thing. But the same applies to the way it is spoken. Lungs, vocal cords, tongue, lips - many “tools” in our body... more
On the corona pandemic – contributions from the University of Potsdam Home office for the adults, boredom for children and adolescents at home? Digitalization in education now seems more important than ever. But to what... more
On the corona pandemic – contributions from the University of Potsdam The coronavirus does not only threaten people's physical health, but also presents them with the great challenge of avoiding personal contacts and... more
Sport not only keeps you fit but can also heal - both body and soul. The study STEP.De examines how exercise therapy can be used to treat depression.... more
For some time, cognitive scientists have been focusing on the human gaze, especially when it comes to reading and viewing images and objects. We know... more
