A Life Changing Experience
After #LINO25, Alumna Sajal Arwish says nothing felt the same: the uniquely friendly, one-to-one exchanges with Nobel Laureates – from a panel on circular chemistry & sustainability to a Science Walk with Sir Stanley Whittingham – were truly life-changing.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025
On Wednesday, 8 October 2025, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi “for the development of metal-organic frameworks."
Labs and Legislation: The Role of Science in Politics and Society
Political challenges and their potential solutions dominated many conversations at #LINO25 as well as the final panel discussion.
Getting Chemistry Out of Its Unsustainable Rut
Sustainability as one of the #LINO25 key themes was discussed during a panel discussion and by Young Scientists who had the chance to present their research on stage.
The Catalysts That Feed, Heal, and Build our Society
Catalysis make reactions faster, more efficient, and sometimes, possible at all. That's why catalysis took center stage at #LINO25.
Daily Recap – Friday, 4 July 2025
The final day of #LINO25 began bright and early with a scenic boat ride to Mainau Island. Young Scientists and Nobel Laureates came together for a panel on science diplomacy and international collaboration. The day concluded with a heartfelt closing ceremony and a Lindau-spirited Alumni Party on the return cruise — the perfect ending to an inspiring week.
74th Lindau Meeting: Science Diplomacy on the Closing Day Agenda
The Closing Day of the 74th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting addressed science diplomacy for bridging cultural divides, promoting peace, and enhancing cooperation.
Daily Recap –Thursday, 3 July 2025
From a deep dive into Chemistry's Pathway to Sustainability to a captivating lecture by Nobel Laureate Stefan W. Hell, Day 5 at #LINO25 was packed with inspiration. Avram Hershko shared powerful life lessons in science, while Dan Shechtman took us into the world of Crystallography. One last chance for open exchanges and science walks with Nobel Laureates—before closing the day with a festive Bavarian Evening.
Nobel Prizes: The Good, Bad, and the Completely Unexpected
The first session of the #LINO25 scientific programme emphasized the impact of the Nobel Prize on life and career of the Laureates. On Wednesday Morten Meldal and Martin Chalfie highlighted the joy of discovery.
Women in Research #LINO25: Katarina Novčić
Katarina’s research contributes to the development of novel materials for electrochemical sensors and energy technologies.
From Atoms to Algorithms, AI is Having a Big Impact in Chemistry
From drug discovery and CO₂ capture to molecule design and mass spectrometry, AI is accelerating breakthroughs, and a hot #LINO25 topic.
Daily Recap – Wednesday, 2 July 2025
Engaging Science Exchanges, inspiring presentations by Young Scientists, and exciting Agora Talks. And tomorrow, the final day of the Scientific Programme promises even more exciting insights!