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“The forest is our greatest ally”
The forests in Germany are suffering. In our interview, LMU geographer Julia Pongratz explains what this means for Germany’s prospects of reaching its climate targets.
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Smoldering conflicts, deceptive calm
Over 30 years ago now, violence erupted in the Balkans. Historian Marie-Janine Calic warns against forgetting the region. From “Research and Innovation”
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Three new ERC grants at LMU
Three early-career researchers have each been awarded a Starting Grant by the European Research Council (ERC) for their projects with LMU.
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“AI has become transformative”
Deciphering evolutionary relationships, helping with surveys and in medicine – how artificial intelligence is changing research.
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LMU remains the best German university
In the latest Academic Ranking of World Universities, LMU ranks among the world’s top 50 research-intensive universities.
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The last step before the studies
Don't forget: Until September 17, the registration for admission-free study programs for the winter semester 2025/26 is still open.
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Portraits of LMU alumni
Gerd Gigerenzer: “The walls of the foyer were a riot of colors from paint bombs”
We talk to educational researcher Gerd Gigerenzer about his student days at LMU, risk literacy, and digital self-control.
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Two worlds
LMU alumni in portrait: Actor Mariele Millowitsch was an LMU student and obtained a PhD in veterinary medicine.
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“Good journalism is more important than ever these days”
Interview with LMU alumnus Anja Reschke about her work as a journalist and presenter of the current affairs show Panorama.
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Multimedia
LMU's University Library over the course of time
500 years of change: How the university library today is a place of learning, a cultural asset and a meeting place all in one.
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Studying abroad – a boundless adventure
How studying and internships abroad can change and enrich your life: Multimedia story with experience reports and tips.
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Cultural Heritage: „We’re making time visible“
Drones over Heloros: Nicola Lercari investigates historical sites with state-of-the-art remote sensing methods.
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Working the land to save the climate
Reforestation and a new approach to land management will play a crucial role in efforts to mitigate climate change.
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Viruses: the invisible danger from the wilds
Monkeypox, COVID-19, Ebola: viruses that jump from animals to humans can cause pandemics. LMU scientists are studying the tricks of the pathogens and developing suitable vaccines.
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Origin of life: Molecular gastronomy
What was the recipe for the "Ursuppe" from which life emerged? The early steps in the evolution of life some four billion years ago.
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