Pre-GAIN25: Transatlantic Experiences – Fresh Opportunities, Familiar Challenges?
This two-stage discussion format brings together German and North American representatives to explore transatlantic science careers and brain circulation. Against the backdrop of current debates, the session highlights Germany’s approach to internationalizing research, showcases opportunities for university-based careers in academia, research and industry in Germany, and explores the mutual benefits of transatlantic exchange.
8.30 – 9.00 a.m. Networking Breakfast (in front of Salon F)
9.00 – 9.15 a.m. Welcome and Introduction by Prof. Dr. Joybrato Mukherjee, President DAAD
9.15 – 10.00 a.m. Panel 1: Transatlantic Exchange and the Future of Research
- Dr. Rolf-Dieter Jungk, State Secretary, Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR)
- Dr. Matthew Kraushar, Group Leader, Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics, Berlin
- Falko Mohrs, Minister für Wissenschaft und Kultur des Landes Niedersachsen
- Dr. med. Otmar Wiestler, Präsident der Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft Deutscher Forschungszentren e. V.
- Dr. Alexandria Yen, Program Director, Postdoctoral Career Advising & Professional Development, MIT
- Moderation: Peter Kerrigan, Deputy Director, DAAD North America
10.00 – 10.50 a.m. Panel 2: Transatlantic Innovation Economies: Building Bridges from Labs to Markets
- Dr. Mridul Agrawal, CEO & Co-Founder, iuvando Health GmbH
- Dr. Ina Czyborra, Senatorin für Wissenschaft, Gesundheit und Pflege des Landes Berlin
- Timon Gremmels, Minister für Wissenschaft und Kultur des Landes Hessen
- Dr. Lea Shanley, Director and CEO, International Computer Science Institute, ISCI Berkeley
- Moderation: Dr. Jan Lüdert, Programmleiter DWIH New York
10.50 – 11.00 a.m. Closing Remarks by Peter Kerrigan, Deputy Director, DAAD North America
Room: Salon F
Language: English