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Global CO2 emissions reach record high in 2025
The new Global Carbon Project report shows that climate protection is progressing too slowly.
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Paleogenomics: humans and dogs spread across Eurasia together
A genomic study shows that over the last 10,000 years, diverse Eurasian cultures kept and spread genetically distinct dog populations.
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17 LMU scholars make Highly Cited Researchers list from Clarivate
The publication analysis recognizes 17 LMU scholars as among the most successful in their field.
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New approach to mitigating climate change: Refurbishing residential buildings, sharing the cost equitably
A new billing model for heating costs can advance the energy transition in the building sector. Tenants, lessors, governments and the climate all benefit from the “Fair Rental Model”.
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LMU has appointed its first Chief Sustainability Officer
The Executive Board of LMU Munich has made Ralf Ludwig, Professor for Applied Physical Geography, the Chief Sustainability Officer.
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AI – doing new things that used to be impossible
Interview with AI researcher Björn Ommer about the potential of artificial intelligence.
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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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