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„Off the Bench” the Eppendorf knowledge magazine not only reports on a broad variety of topics from the world of science and research; it also introduces the people behind the science, their stories and perspectives. This online magazine is published twice a year. New articles appear regularly in the various categories.

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Positivity - Happiness Can Be Learned

Every day presents us with plenty of reasons to despair. Nevertheless, by applying just a few scientifically tested tips and tricks, it is possible to train positive emotions – and thus strengthen wellbeing and self-healing powers.

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Creativity - The Future Belongs to the Creative

Artificial intelligence can imitate music by Beethoven; it can write journal articles and even create paintings. Is human creativity on its way to becoming superfluous? The clear answer is no. Creativity is now more coveted than ever.

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Inspiring Science

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Experience Wins

Which is better: a doctor or artificial intelligence? A study delivers surprising results.

They Do Tick Differently

Are the brains of men and women different? With the help of an AI model, researchers are reigniting the discussion.

We are 99 Percent Microbiome and Only One Percent Human

The impact of gut bacteria on the effect of medications is much greater than previously thought. Biochemist and pharmacist Michael Zimmerman ...

Bright Minds

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What is galenic pharmacy?

“If the sand is dry, the castle will collapse”, Olivia Merkel is a Professor of Drug Delivery. Among other things, she studies the optimal c ...

“This Project Will Make Significant Contributions Towards Sustainable Climate Protection”

A research and industry consortium wants to reforest Mauritania. Peter Heck from the Environmental Campus Birkenfeld at Trier University of ...

Four Facts: Are Computer Games Good for the Brain?

Many computer games are supposed to exercise the brain. Improving one’s ability to think in a playful manner does sound tempting. Does it re ...

Exploring Life

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Is Backwards the Better Forwards?

Doing things “the other way around” is supposed to keep the body and the mind fit. What’s behind this health trend?

Complex Topics Presented as Simple Drawings

The topic of IT security is difficult to explain. This is why researchers at the Cluster of Excellence, CASA, rely on science comics.

Ten Seconds from Alarm to Quake

Earthquakes come unexpectedly, and they can be devastating. They cannot be predicted – but this may change.

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Dossiers

Positivity - Happiness Can Be Learned

Creativity - The Future Belongs to the Creative

Inspiring Science

Experience Wins

They Do Tick Differently

We are 99 Percent Microbiome and Only One Percent Human

Bright Minds

What is galenic pharmacy?

“This Project Will Make Significant Contributions Towards Sustainable Climate Protection”

Four Facts: Are Computer Games Good for the Brain?

Exploring Life

Is Backwards the Better Forwards?

Complex Topics Presented as Simple Drawings

Ten Seconds from Alarm to Quake