programme Formats of the Lindau meetings
Based on the principle of dialogue, our Scientific Programme offers various formats facilitating the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and experience between and among Nobel Laureates and Young Scientists.
Lectures
Lectures are given exclusively by Nobel Laureates. Their topic is entirely open: some may like to explain the research that won them the Nobel Prize while others prefer to discuss current research findings or raise awareness of fundamentally important issues. Related questions can typically be asked in the respective Laureate’s Nobel Hour.
Synergy Talks
Synergy Talks are presentations on a curated interdisciplinary topic. Each session brings together at least three Nobel Laureates, with representation from each Nobel discipline, and is moderated by a Scientific Chair. The audience has the chance to ask questions.
Focus Talks
Focus Talks are presentations dedicated to selected topics within a specific Nobel discipline. Each session features at least three Nobel Laureates and is moderated by a Scientific Chair. The audience has the chance to ask questions.
Lightning Talks
Lightning Talks are short presentations in which Nobel Laureates present insights into their current research interests. Each session brings together up to six Nobel Laureates and is moderated by a Scientific Chair. Participants are invited to continue the conversation in informal discussions afterward.
Nobel Hours
Nobel Hours are a flexible discussion format that facilitates an exclusive dialogue between Nobel Laureates and Young Scientists on a topic of the Laureate’s choice. Each parallel session features one Nobel Laureate and takes place without a moderator to encourage direct dialogue.
Next Gen Science Sessions
The Next Gen Science (NGS) Sessions set the stage for a selection of participating Young Scientists to present their own research. Interested Young Scientists may apply for a slot before the meeting. Those selected prepare a short presentation to be followed by a brief Q&A with the audience.
Panel Discussions
Panel Discussions with Nobel Laureates and selected guests provide the audience with a profound survey of the state of affairs in challenging and highly topical fields of research.
Science Breakfast
The traditional Science Breakfast is open to all Laureates and Young Scientists alike and offers a forum to engage in lively debates on topics at the intersection of science and society at various breakfast tables.
Science Walks
During a Science Walk, one Nobel Laureate and up to ten Young Scientists have personal and informal discussions while exploring picturesque spots in Lindau and its surroundings.
Laureate Lunches
During a Laureate Lunch, one Nobel Laureate and up to ten Young Scientists have lunch at a local restaurant in Lindau and ‘talk science’ informally.
Heidelberg Lecture
Inspired by the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings, our long-standing supporter and Honorary Senator, the late Klaus Tschira, founded the Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF) in 2013. The HLF is dedicated to laureates and young scientists from the fields of mathematics and computer science. As token of our outstanding partnership, Lindau hosts a Heidelberg Lecture every year while, in turn, a Lindau Lecture is part of the HLF’s annual programme.
Partner Events
The Lindau Meetings offer various Partner Events, such as Partner Breakfasts, Dinners, and Dialogues. Partner events are carried out by partner organisations of the Lindau Meetings and are not part of the regular meeting programme.
Workshops
Workshops invite selected Young Scientists to actively work on a topic at the intersection of science and society, e.g. by developing implementable action items in small groups.
Morning Workouts
Morning Workouts offer an opportunity to start the day with some physical activity alongside other Young Scientists, guided by a professional trainer.
