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Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities Appoints Prof. Tim Büthe as Member

In a formal ceremony, the Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities has welcomed HfP Professor Tim Büthe as a member, highlighting his significant contributions to science.

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New certificate programme: AI and data science for public administration

How can public administration make optimal use of artificial intelligence and minimise risks? In cooperation with the Hertie School, the TUM Think Tank at HfP has developed a certificate programme for this purpose. Application deadline: 15 June 2024.

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Violence Research: Safeguarding the Wellbeing of Study Participants

Violence research is crucial for its prevention. Yet, how can surveys be conducted to minimize stress for those involved? Prof. Janina Steinert and Shruti Shukla surveyed over 3000 girls and young women in Maharashtra, India.

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Vacancy: Informatics students for QuantWorld Project

QuantWorld is seeking new team members! The learning platform is affiliated with the Quantum Social Lab and aims to make Quantum Technology 2.0 more understandable for individuals in the living environments of mobility, banking and medicine.

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Floating boat exhibition on climate change | PPiP Project 100 Voices – One Planet

How is the climate crisis making itself felt worldwide? The HfP study project at the TUM Think Tank "100 Voices – One Planet" has collected voices from the most affected countries. Their stories can be seen at the "MS Wissenschaft" exhibition.

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Vacancy: Professor in Political Economy of Climate Policy

Shape the future of climate policy! TUM and the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research are looking for a Professor of Political Economy of Climate Policy. Application Deadline: 6 June 2024.

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CHE Ranking: Top ratings for the HfP Bachelor's Program

A very good study situation and organization, excellent support from teachers, and an outstanding range of courses – this is how students evaluate the bachelor's program at HfP in the newly published CHE ranking.

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BAYERISCHER RUNDFUNK | How racist is AI? | Prof. Dr. Lena Ulbricht

Whether it's about assessing job applications or analyzing video footage – AI is already a part of our daily lives. But how neutral is it? Prof. Dr. Lena Ulbricht discusses the risks of AI discrimination and potential solutions.

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How can we overcome the "crisis of democracy"?

The global retreat and erosion of democracy appears to be an increasing phenomenon. What is going wrong, and how can we improve democracy? Dr. Hagen Schölzel, co-editor of “Die Fabrikation von Demokratie”, encourages rethinking political representation.

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Innovations for the German public sector

Facilitating the integration of technological innovations into the public sector is crucial! Therefore, GovTech Campus Deutschland and the TUM Think Tank at HfP want to create training for public administration that keeps pace with technological evolution. They have now launched their new joint…