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DWIH New Delhi – An Instrument of German Science Diplomacy in India

In the latest edition of Science Diplomacy by NIScPR–CSIR, India,  Dr. Katja Lasch, Director,  DAAD Regional Office New Delhi/ DWIH New Delhi explores the pivotal role of the German Center for Research and Innovation (DWIH) New Delhi within Germany’s broader science diplomacy strategy. The article delves into the institutional structure and activities of the DWIH, highlighting its unique position as a research-led branch of Germany’s science diplomacy efforts. Additionally, it situates the DWIH within internationalization policy frameworks, as well as in the German stakeholder network of Indo-German research and innovation cooperation

Call For Applications

PhD Positions in Earth System Modelling

The International Max Planck Research School on Earth System Modelling (IMPRS-ESM), is a collaborative effort by the Max Planck Institute for Meteorology (MPI-M) and Universität Hamburg (UHH). Applicatioins are invited for PhD positions from master’s students (ongoing/ completed) with a background  in physics, geophysical sciences, ecology, mathematics, computer science, engineering, economics, or political science.

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Innovators Connect – Tandem 2024

Innovators Connect – Tandem is two weeks immersion programme for young researchers interested in start-up founding and early-stage start-up founders from India and Germany. Participants will work in teams to generate innovative ideas, undergo training for bringing research ideas to market and get exposure to start-up and innovation ecosystems of India and Germany. The programme will include design thinking workshops, information sessions, mentoring, networking sessions, lab visits and more.

Paper Presentation & Workshop

Call for papers – Refugees in Global Transit

Max Weber Forum for South Asian Studies, Delhi, along with Queen’s University, Kingston and German Historical Institute Washington invites paper proposals for an international workshop on Refugees in Global Transit Encounters, Knowledge, and Coping Strategies in a Disrupted World, 1930s–50s.

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Applications invited for DAAD-GSSP Scholarships & HGGS Membership

The Heidelberg Graduate School for the Humanities and Social Sciences invites application from doctoral candidates with a strong interest in interdisciplinary research for Graduate Membership and  DAAD-GSSP Scholarships.   Applications relevant to the flagship initiative of Heidelberg University, the Field of Focus 3:”Cultural dynamics in globalized worlds” or Field of Focus 4: “Self-regulation and regulation: individuals and societies” are encouraged. 

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India: Silicon Valley of the future?

India has made quite a stir internationally in the recent months. A successful moon landing, the G20 summit in New Delhi, and becoming the most populous country as well as the rise to the fifth-largest economy in the world demonstrate that India is now playing a significant role not only economically but also in the realm of science policy. But what is the driving force behind this rapid rise?

Feedback survey: DWIH New Delhi

German Centre for Research and Innovation – DWIH New Delhi German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Regional Office New Delhi is currently assessing their portfolio. This assessment will serve as a basis for future activities. Your input, as participant in our events and target group for our information activities, is of importance to us. We would appreciate it if you could fill out the questionnaire provided below: