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Call for Applications
Munich Global Impact Sprint

Calling entrepreneurs and tech talents worldwide! Take a deep dive into Munich’s founder scene and become part of Germany’s exclusive entrepreneurial network.
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PhD Positions at the International Max Planck Research School for Global Biogeochemical Cycles (IMPRS-gBGC)

The IMPRS-gBGC offers a PhD program specializing in global biogeochemistry and related Earth System sciences. The call for applications is now open.
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DAAD Postdoctoral Networking Tour in Artificial Intelligence (Postdoc-NeT-AI)

The DAAD is inviting applications for the Postdoctoral Networking Tour in Artificial Intelligence (Postdoc-NeT-AI). The focus is on AI in Medicine. The tour will take place from 13th-17th September 2021.
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Impacts of Covid-19 Lockdowns on Air Pollution

One consequence of the coronavirus pandemic has been global restrictions on mobility. This, in turn, has had an effect on pollution levels in the atmosphere. Researchers from across the world are using this unique opportunity to take measurements, collect data, and publish studies.
Call for Nominations – Max Planck Partner Groups

Calling outstanding junior scientists and postdocs! The call for nominations for Max Planck Partner Groups is now open. The Max Planck Partner Groups are intended for junior scientists or postdocs who have obtained their doctorate no longer than seven years ago (medicine: nine years). They must have spent a minimum of 12 months at an MPI before returning to a research institution in their home country. Partner Groups are supported for up to five years with €20,000 p.a. provided from MPG central funds. Funds can be used to cover expenses for travel, workshops, doctoral students/postdocs and minor equipment.
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TUM Global DeepTech Venture Initiative

Thinking about founding your own tech start-up? Curious about the German market? Even in times of travel restrictions, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) welcomes you with open arms. Take a deep dive into Munich’s founder scene and become part of Germany’s exclusive entrepreneurial network!
Publication on “Air quality in India with a particular focus on Delhi, Punjab and Haryana during the crop residue burning period” funded by Max-Planck Partner group grant

Dr Dhanyalekshmi K. Pillai, Assistant Professor, Earth and Environmental Sciences, IISER Bhopal and the Head, Max Planck Partner Group (MPI-BGC Germany) has recently published in ACP (Copernicus Publications) investigating air quality in India with a particular focus on Delhi, Punjab and Haryana during the crop residue burning period. The research is completely funded by the Max-Planck Partner group grant.