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Why the Webb Telescope Will Rewrite the Cosmic History Books

Ben Skuse

Why the Webb Telescope Will Rewrite the Cosmic History Books

The James Webb Space Telescope is expected to shed light on the formation and evolution of galaxies, expose distant habitable worlds and much, much more.  

Nobel Prize in Physics 2020: Gravity’s Cosmic Crowning Glory – Black Holes

Ben Skuse

Nobel Prize in Physics 2020: Gravity’s Cosmic Crowning Glory – Black Holes

This year’s Nobel Prize in Physics are honouring some of the key pioneers in regard of the research concerning black holes.

Ben Skuse

Nobel Prize in Physics 2019: Hints to Some of Our Deepest Cosmological Questions

This year’s Nobel Prize in Physics recognises three researchers who expanded humanity’s horizons on the grandest of scales, contributing to our understanding of the evolution of the universe and our place within it.

Women in Research at #LINO19: Janet Zhong from Australia

Ulrike Böhm

Women in Research at #LINO19: Janet Zhong from Australia

#LINO19 Lindau Alumna Janet Zhong from Australia talks about her career path, her favorite projects and more in this interview with Ulrike Böhm.

“A Truly Unique Experience” – Review of #LINO19 by Vanessa Graber

Vanessa Graber

“A Truly Unique Experience” – Review of #LINO19 by Vanessa Graber

#LINO19 young scientist Vanessa Graber summarises her experiences at this year's Lindau Meeting.

Isa Fünfhausen

#LINO19 Daily Recap – Friday, 5 July 2019

After a week filled with impassionate lectures, insightful discussions and personal as well as scientific exchange, we have come to the end of our 69th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting – before we say goodbye, let's recap the highlights from today.

#LINO19 Daily Recap – Thursday, 4 July 2019

Isa Fünfhausen

#LINO19 Daily Recap – Thursday, 4 July 2019

Thursday was the last full day of the #LINO19 scientific programme, including the last Poster Session, the official opening of our Lindau Nobel Laureate Pier and, last but not least, the Bavarian Evening. Let’s take a look at what happened yesterday!

#LINO19 Daily Recap – Wednesday, 3 July 2019

Isa Fünfhausen

#LINO19 Daily Recap – Wednesday, 3 July 2019

With Wednesday ending, we are striding towards the last two days of the 69th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting. Let’s take a look at some of yesterday’s highlights!

#LINO19 Daily Recap – Tuesday, 2 July 2019

Isa Fünfhausen

#LINO19 Daily Recap – Tuesday, 2 July 2019

We are already four days into #LINO19 and there are so many great pictures, exceptional lectures and thought-provoking blog contributions. Have a look at our Daily Recap!

The Original Dark Side: Why a Not-So-Constant Constant Could Illuminate Dark Matter and Dark Energy

Ben Skuse

The Original Dark Side: Why a Not-So-Constant Constant Could Illuminate Dark Matter and Dark Energy

Nobel Laureate Adam Riess and fellow astrophysicists tackled some of the biggest questions in cosmology on day three of #LINO19.

Lekker at Lindau: South Africa Sets a High Bar for International Partnership

Alaina G. Levine

Lekker at Lindau: South Africa Sets a High Bar for International Partnership

South Africa, host country of this year's Lindau Meeting, presented itself as a research-focused nation.

Women in Research at #LINO19: Rola Dbouk from Lebanon

Ulrike Böhm

Women in Research at #LINO19: Rola Dbouk from Lebanon

#LINO19 young scientist Rola Dbouk from Lebanon interviewed by Ulrike Böhm about her career path, her passion for science, her struggles and successes.