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Demographic Change: A Major Political Problem Zone
The future age structure in Germany will have a significant impact on social policy.
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Bridges That Bind Sand
What holds sandcastles together at their core? Researchers are studying such complex structures.
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Potency Boost for Cells
A single factor from adult brain stem cells can be used to generate true cellular jacks-of-all-trades for regenerative medicine.
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They are called otoconia – tiny crystals in the inner ear that help us maintain our balance. A good reason to take a closer look at these particles.
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Climate Buried in the Soil
Most people associate the term climate with atmosphere, but there are also important processes that take place in the soil. These have been largely neglected in climate models to date.
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Do Bonuses Do the Trick?
Incentives for managers were used as far back as the 19th century. However, they proved to be not necessarily a profitable investment for the company.
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