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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 29/09/2026

From studying Business to researching Scandinavian literature, cassidycroci.bsky.social took an unconventional path to follow her passion for Vikings and medieval texts. Today, she is on a research stay at unituebingen.bsky.social, supported by the Humboldt Research Fellowship. bit.ly/4qEJgiI

Promotional carousel from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation featuring Cassidy Croci, Humboldt Research Fellow at the University of Tübingen, with three slides featuring her testimonial quotes. Network lines and green circles, a key visual element of the Humboldt Foundation, appear throughout the design.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 21/09/2026

Why does international collaboration matter? For Humboldt Fellow Asnath Malekela, it means bringing researchers from around the world together – and creating opportunities for researchers from developing countries to join global networks. Take your research across borders: bit.ly/4gqWr21

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 17/09/2026

Wie können wir Menschen helfen, die mit Schmerzen leben müssen? Die Neurowissenschaftlerin Einav Gozansky aus Israel erforscht, wie wir Schmerzen wahrnehmen und welche Rolle kognitive und emotionale Faktoren dabei spielen. ℹ️ Dieser Beitrag ist Teil der Aktion „Wie uns Wissen weiterbringt“.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 16/09/2026

Researchers in Germany: this one’s for you! 🌍 The Feodor Lynen Research Fellowship offers researchers across all career stages and disciplines the opportunity to pursue research abroad with a host from the global Humboldt Network. Join our Info Event to learn more: bit.ly/info-event-l...

Promotional graphic for an upcoming Humboldt Discovery event. At the top center, there is a circular illustration of two women and a man looking in different directions with binoculars and magnifying glass.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 14/09/2026

🎂🥂🎈🪩🎉 Happy Birthday, Alexander von Humboldt – a visionary who understood that science knows no borders. At a time when the world feels increasingly divided, his belief in interconnectedness is more relevant than ever.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 09/09/2026

Wie bestimmen Gesetze, wer reich und wer arm wird? Die Juristin Katharina Pistor beschäftigt sich mit der Frage, wie Recht, Geld und Wirtschaft zusammenhängen – und wie das beeinflusst, wer Vermögen aufbauen und schützen kann. ℹ️ Dieser Beitrag ist Teil der Aktion „Wie uns Wissen weiterbringt“.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 04/09/2026

Apply now! 👋 We invite early career researchers who currently work in Germany to participate in the Brazilian-German Frontiers of Science and Technology Symposium! #FrontiersOfResearch 📅 28 – 31 October 2027 in Berlin www.humboldt-foundation.de/bewerben/foe...

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 04/09/2026

Für freien Austausch über Grenzen hinweg Wir setzen uns gemeinsam mit 22 weiteren führenden Wissenschaftsorganisationen und Wirtschaftsverbänden für den Schutz der #Wissenschaftsfreiheit ein. Das Positionspapier des Berliner Forschungsnetzwerks in voller Länge: www.berliner-forschungsnetzwerk.de

Text: "Wissenschaft kennt keine nationalen Grenzen." Das Berliner Forschungsnetzwerk in einem Positionspapier.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 03/09/2026

Meet Humboldt Fellow Meriem Chaanaoui Currently on a research stay at @fraunhoferise.bsky.social, Meriem is a strong advocate for greater visibility and opportunities for women and underrepresented genders in science. Your journey could inspire others too. Become a Humboldt Fellow. bit.ly/4qEJgiI

Promotional carousel from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation featuring Mariam Chaanaoui, Georg Forster Fellow at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, with three slides featuring her fellowship experience and testimonial quotes. Network lines and green circles, a key visual element of the Humboldt Foundation, appear throughout the design.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 31/08/2026

Apply now! 👋 Together with the Chinese Academy of Sciences, we invite early career researchers who currently work in Gerany to participate in the Sino-German Frontiers of Science and Technology Symposium! #FrontiersOfResearch 📅 3 – 6 June 2027 in Berlin www.humboldt-foundation.de/bewerben/foe...

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 27/08/2026

Since the start of this year, Egyptian researcher Eman Elbelasy has been at the @uniklinik-fr.bsky.social on a research stay supported by the Humboldt Research Fellowship. Eman is collaborating with researchers to address global challenges in dental health. Explore the programme: bit.ly/4gqWr21

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 25/08/2026

Ihm liegt die Gesundheit der Menschen am Herzen. Bioinformatiker Jens Meiler erforscht neue Wirkstoffe gegen Krankheiten wie Krebs, HIV, Schizophrenie oder Adipositas. Ohne Forschung fehlt was. Sie dient allen Menschen, überall. ℹ️ Dieser Beitrag ist Teil der Aktion „Wie uns Wissen weiterbringt“.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 21/08/2026

What will political participation look like in 2035? ✋🏼 That was the question guiding the participants of the #HumboldtResidencyProgramme at yesterday’s Ideathon. Find out more about this year's programme: www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/explore/n... @diplo.de 📷Philipp Arnoldt

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 20/08/2026

Sie überwacht die Überwachung 🔎 : Margaret E. Roberts untersucht mithilfe künstlicher Intelligenz und Machine Learning, wie autoritäre Staaten im Internet zensieren. Ohne Forschung fehlt was. Sie dient allen Menschen, überall. ℹ️ Dieser Beitrag ist Teil der Aktion „Wie uns Wissen weiterbringt“.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 20/08/2026

Connecting research careers across Germany and the U.S.: The GAIN Conference is coming up in San Francisco! 💡 #GoGAIN26 The event is jointly organised by the Humboldt Foundation, the @daadworldwide.bsky.social and the @dfg.de. www.gain-network.org/en/annual-ga... Here’s where you can find us 📅⬇️

Photo of San Francisco, text: GAIN Conference in San Francisco, Pre-GAIN26 (21.8.; 8:30am), Welcome Session (2.8.; 5pm), Table Hosts at Lunch Session (22.8.), Talent Fair (Booth 69)

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 19/08/2026

Early-career researcher and Humboldt Fellow Jade Fauqueux works on neurodevelopmental disorders at University Hospital Essen with @christeldepienne.bsky.social, where collaboration between research and diagnostics is part of everyday work. About the Humboldt Research Fellowship: bit.ly/4efzxeE

Featured graphic from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation featuring a quote from Jade Fauqueux, Humboldt Research Fellow at the University Hospital Essen. The image shows a cutout portrait of Jade against a white background. She has brown hair, wears thin full-rim glasses, and is dressed in a light blue shirt with a tie. The image includes her quote: The Humboldt Foundation provides strong support and a great environment – you feel comfortable, you can ask questions, and you always receive helpful guidance.

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Cassidy Croci @cassidycroci.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Getting ready to embark on the @humboldt-foundation.de Study Tour! We will be travelling all around German stopping at many historical sites, museums, businesses and research institutes! Looking forward to meeting other Humboldt scholars and learning more about Germany 🇩🇪!

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 17/08/2026

The Study Tour through Germany starts today – have fun, dear Humboldtians! 💚🚍 #AvHStudyTour Every year, there is a two-week excursion for our research fellows, providing a broad overview of Germany’s cultural, economic, political, and social landscape. Test your knowledge in our video! 🤓

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 14/08/2026

Interpersonelle Gewalt – insbesondere gegen Frauen & Kinder – ist weltweit ein Vielfaches häufiger als kollektive Gewalt durch Krieg. Und sie verursacht enorme gesellschaftliche und wirtschaftliche Kosten. Humboldt-Professorin Anke Hoeffler im Gespräch: www.deutschlandfunkkultur.de/die-eine-fra...

Zerbrochene Glasscheibe mit dem Text: Die unterschätzte Gewalt. Anke Hoeffler im Interview

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 12/08/2026

How do you advance your research career while raising a family? Kenyan virologist Sharon Chepkwony is currently on a research stay in Germany with her three-year-old child – thanks to the support of the Humboldt Foundation. Learn more about the Humboldt Research Fellowship: bit.ly/3Rt8VO6

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 10/08/2026

Nousheen Zaidi erforscht die molekularen Ursachen von Krebs und setzt sich intensiv für Public Health-Themen ein. Ohne Forschung fehlt was. Sie dient allen Menschen, überall. ℹ️ Dieser Beitrag ist Teil der Aktion 'Wie uns Wissen weiterbringt'. #AllianzWissenschaft

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 04/08/2026

What does it mean to be a Humboldt host? Silvia Vignolini is hosting four Humboldt Research Fellows from China as part of her international research group. Read more about her views on international collaboration, being a woman in science and her interdisciplinary research career: bit.ly/4fXVXRW

The graphic shows a portrait of Silvia Vignolini, a Humboldt host and director at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces. She has long brown hair, is wearing a black jacket and is smiling at the camera. Above the portrait, a quote reads: “I think it is important to put yourself forward as a host because I believe this fellowship offers a truly unique opportunity for researchers.” Photo credit: EXpedition.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 03/08/2026

💬🗳 What makes a #democracy healthy and resilient? This year’s Humboldt Residency Programme explores political participation and the growing challenges democracies face around the world. More info: www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/explore/n... #HumboldtResidencyProgramme

AI-generated photo of a raised hand. Text: Democracy 2.26: Designing political participation. Humboldt Residency Programme.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 30/07/2026

Military bases can be surprising havens for biodiversity. 🦋 Restricted access and training disturbances can create habitats for rare species. The whole story: lnkd.in/gz43mvYu A collaboration between journalist Jenna Kunze and #Humboldtian Kirsten Traynor during our #ResearchComLab. 📷Jürgen Borris

A photograph of a red deer cow standing next to a barrier and a sign reading ‘Stop! Live Firing!’. Written on a green background are the words ‘Military bases: Hidden havens for biodiversity?’

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 27/07/2026

Professors & research group leaders in Germany: Become a scout with the Henriette Herz Scouting Programme and help recruit top scientific talent for Germany and your institute. Curious? Join our online Info Event on 6 August to learn more: www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/connect/i...

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Max Delbrück Center @mdc-berlin.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Welcome Filip Van Petegem! Humboldt Research Award winner (@humboldt-foundation.de) and biochemist @filipvanpetegem.bsky.social will spend 6 months as a guest researcher in @mishakudryashev.bsky.social’s lab studying the structure ion channels. Details: www.mdc-berlin.de/news/news/we...

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 21/07/2026

How do we perceive pain? Humboldt Fellow Einav Gozansky is researching pain perception at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (@uni-hamburg.de) under Jan Mehnert. Her work focuses on better understanding and supporting people living with pain. More on the fellowship: bit.ly/4uobC1x

Promotional graphic from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation featuring Einav Gozansky, Humboldt Research Fellow at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf. She is shown with shoulder-length wavy black hair, wearing earrings, a long pendant, and a pullover over a high-neck blue blouse. The image includes her quote: What I truly appreciate about the Humboldt Foundation is the overall picture – not only funding researchers, but also investing in building a community, offering lectures, and creating opportunities for exchange.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 16/07/2026

Researchers abroad: Advance innovative research in Germany while keeping your position abroad through the Humboldt Research Professorships. Join the Humboldt Discovery info session: bit.ly/4a7ZcD5 Potential Nominees, research collaborators in Germany, and interested parties are welcome.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 14/07/2026

💡 How can we assess research in a way that truly reflects excellence, diversity and societal impact? As a member of @coarassessment.bsky.social, we have published our CoARA Action Plan, reaffirming our commitment to advancing research assessment. ⬇️ www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/explore/a...

Illustration of two people working - one with a laptop, one with a timetable. Text: Coara Action Plan. We support Coara.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 07/07/2026

Italian lawyer Rachele Marconi is at @freieuniversitaet.bsky.social on a Humboldt Research Fellowship, working on principle of non-discrimination in military-occupied territories. She highlights the importance of staying curious and pursuing excellence. More on the programme: bit.ly/4nkCAVz

Promotional graphic from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation featuring Rachele Marconi, Humboldt Research Fellow at Freie Universität Berlin. Her portrait appears in a circular frame; she has shoulder-length curly hair and wears a black T-shirt, maroon cardigan, and a beaded necklace. The image includes her quote: Keep your curiosity alive in what you do and strive to give your best. Some sacrifices may be necessary, but they will be worth it.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 01/07/2026

German Universities: Nominate top international research talent for the Humboldt Research Professorship. Don’t miss the next Humboldt Discovery Info Session and gain insights into funding, eligibility criteria, nomination, and application process. More information ‎👉 bit.ly/4o3zPYW

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 30/06/2026

Advancing your research career while being a single parent can be challenging – but it is possible. Australian researcher Jane Addison shares how the Humboldt Research Fellowship enabled her research stay in Germany, including family support benefits. Learn more about the programme: bit.ly/4gbeavN

Graphic with a quote from Humboldt Research Fellow Jane Addison: “Humboldt is an exceptional funder: highly transparent, rules-based, and carefully considering what academics actually need to succeed.” The graphic includes a portrait of Addison smiling outdoors. She has red hair and is wearing a grey blouse.

Graphic with a quote from Humboldt Research Fellow Jane Addison: “I particularly appreciate the additional support for parents, especially single parents – I have not seen this from a funder before.” The graphic includes a portrait of Addison smiling outdoors. She has red hair and is wearing a grey blouse.

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Cerstin Gammelin @bprsprecherin.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

"Es ist wichtig, noch mehr ausländische Spitzenwissenschaftler:innen nach 🇩🇪 zu holen und ihnen noch bessere Bedingungen zu bieten." Beim Empfang der Humboldt-Stipendiat:innen 2026 betont der Bundespräsident, dass 🇩🇪 auf internationale Wissenschaft und offene Kooperation setzt. @humboldt-foundation.de

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 29/06/2026

That’s a wrap! 🎬 A heartfelt thank-you to all Humboldtians who made our Annual Meeting such a meaningful gathering. 💚 Connected for Impact – that's what the worldwide Humboldt Family is all about. #AvHConnectedForImpact #Humboldtian @diplo.de @bmz.de @freieuniversitaet.bsky.social

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 25/06/2026

What a start to Annual Meeting 2026 in Berlin last night! 670+ Humboldtians from 70+ countries are here to connect. The opening featured eminent guests including Federal Minister Bär and @serapgueler.bsky.social Minister of State @diplo.de, among others. On to Day 2! 🤩 #AvHConnectedForImpact

Minister of State in Germany’s Federal Foreign Office, Serap Güler, addressing attendees at the Annual Meeting from the podium.

Federal Minister of Research Dorothee Bär, Humboldt Foundation President Robert Schlögl, and Secretary General Markus Zanner arriving at the Annual Meeting.

Robert Schlögl, President of the Humboldt Foundation, delivering the opening speech at the Annual Meeting.

Humboldtians networking with fellow attendees at the Annual Meeting while carrying Humboldt Foundation tote bags.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 22/06/2026

🏃‍♀️ Team spirit in motion! Last week, colleagues from the Humboldt Foundation took part in the Bonn Company Run, joining thousands of runners for an evening of exercise, teamwork and fun. See you again next year at #BonnerFirmenlauf! 👋

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 19/06/2026

Apply until 2 August! 👋 Together with the @britishacademy.bsky.social, we invite early & mid-career researchers based in Germany to participate in the UK-German Frontiers of Humanities Symposium! #FrontiersOfResearch 📅 21-23 April 2027 in Bonn www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/apply/spo...

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 18/06/2026

Wir sind dabei! 👋 Beim Tag der offenen Tür im Auswärtigen Amt am 20. und 21. Juni. Wir freuen uns auf Gespräche mit Ihnen an unserem Stand! 📌 Weltsaal, @diplo.de Das ganze Programm: www.diplo.de/tdot

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 17/06/2026

Hoher Besuch in Bonn: Außenminister Johann Wadephul trifft Humboldt-Stiftung und DAAD Gestern traf Bundesaußenminister Wadephul die Leitungen der Humboldt-Stiftung und des @daadworldwide.bsky.social und tauschte sich mit Geförderten der beiden Organisationen aus. 📷Michael Jordan @diplo.de

Gruppenbild mit zehn Personen, ganz vorne sieht man Außenminister Wadephul.

Johann Wadephul spricht mit Geförderten der Humboldt-Stiftung

Johann Wadephul, Katrin Amian und Markus Zanner begrüßen sich.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 16/06/2026

Truth, Justice, and Peace: the participants of this year's UK-German Frontiers of Humanities Symposium in Bonn discussed how transitional justice and peace processes inform and are informed by local knowledge, traditions, interests and values. #FrontiersOfResearch 🇬🇧 🇩🇪 @britishacademy.bsky.social

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 12/06/2026

Supporting researchers at risk: 📣New call for the Philipp Schwartz Initiative The initiative allows researchers who are threatened in their home countries to continue their work in Germany. Register now and apply online: www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/apply/spo...

Visual of the Philipp Schwarz Initiative: A pictogram showing three yellow circles side by side. The first shows a building collapsing, the second shows a person running, and the third shows an intact building.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 10/06/2026

✨ Newly selected Humboldt Professors to receive up to €10 million in funding! They were nominated by @unikassel.bsky.social, @kit.edu, the @bihatcharite.bsky.social, @uniheidelberg.bsky.social, @lmu.de, @tuda.bsky.social, and @uni-saarland.de. www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/explore/n...

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 08/06/2026

Diesen Samstag in Berlin: 📌 Leibniztag im Konzerthaus mit Festvortrag von Robert Schlögl zum Thema "FUSION – Wie weit scheint die Sonne?" Am 13. Juni, ab 10.00 Uhr, begeht die @bbaw.bsky.social ihre traditionelle Festsitzung. Das ganze Programm und Anmeldung: www.bbaw.de/veranstaltun...

Foto vom Konzerthaus Berlin mit dem Schriftzug 13. Juni: Leibniztag mit Festvortrag von Rober Schlögl

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 08/06/2026

Humboldtian María Gabriela Bordón shares the top three highlights of her research stay in Germany. Since 2025, the Argentine sustainability and food technology researcher has been advancing her work at @kit.edu. Learn more about Humboldt Research Fellowship programme: bit.ly/4ti8400

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 05/06/2026

👋 We invite researchers based in Germany, Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, the Palestinian Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, or the United Arab Emirates to our interdisciplinary Symposium. #FrontiersOfResearch 📅 13-16 November 2026 www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/apply/spo...

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 04/06/2026

June is #Pride Month – a time to celebrate diversity, visibility, and inclusion. 🌈 At the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, we stand for diversity, inclusion, and democracy alongside our global Humboldt Network. Diversity matters. 💚

Humboldt's head on a rainbow-coloured background.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 02/06/2026

French researcher Marie Vericel (temnyytyulen.bsky.social) is exploring numerical cognition in primates as a Humboldt Research Fellow under the Global Minds Initiative Germany at unituebingen.bsky.social with Andreas Nieder. Learn more about the Global Minds Initiative Germany: bit.ly/4vXhvV3

Promotional graphic from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation featuring Marie Vericel, a Humboldt Fellow at the University of Tübingen. She stands outdoors in front of a green landscape, smiling at the camera. The image includes her quote: This is the first time I’ve been awarded grants in my own name, and it truly makes me feel that my work is valued and trusted. It’s an important step toward becoming a scientist and pushing science further.

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Humboldt-Stiftung @humboldt-foundation.de · 26/05/2026

A passion for medicine brought Feodor Lynen Fellow Nadine Vollmuth into research. During her fellowship, she worked at the University of Alabama on bacterial meningitis with Brandon Kim, who guided her throughout her research journey. Be the next Feodor Lynen Fellow. Apply today bit.ly/4tH2TY1

Promotional graphic from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation featuring Nadine Vollmuth, Feodor Lynen Programme Fellow at the University of Alabama. She is shown wearing a black jacket with red detailing over a black-and-white vertically striped shirt. The image includes her quote: Do what you love and don’t try to fit into a project you can’t truly identify with. When you work on topics you are curious about, motivation comes naturally.

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