Our doctoral researcher Anna Luisa Upterworth participated in the 74th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting from the end of June to the end of July, which was dedicated to chemistry.
This event brought together 33 Nobel Laureates and over 600 young scientists from all around the globe, creating a unique environment for scientific and personal exchange.
The scientific programme focused on the three key themes artificial intelligence, sustainability, and science diplomacy. These themes address crucial challenges facing both the chemical community and society at large, and were featured in various formats, including Nobel Laureate Lectures, Agora Talks and Panel Discussions. There were plenty opportunities to gain new insights into the various facets of chemistry. However, many of the presentations shared the key message that we, as a scientific community, need to improve the way we communicate our research to the general public.
In addition to the general meeting programme she also had the opportunity to participate in a Science Breakfast, which discussed how to attract young researchers to top scientific institutions. This event was hosted by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Women, Science and Research. She also attended a Partner Dinner, which was hosted by the Klaus Tschira Stiftung and turned out to be a fun pub quiz about the work of their foundation.
One of her personal highlights of the week in Lindau was the Science Walk with Francis Arnold, who, among other topics, shared her inspiring and successful philosophy for running a research group. This includes a mentoring system and hiring knots (team players) over self-focussed students.
You can read her full report here:



