Getting to Know Germany

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Germany is an ideal destination for study and researching. It offers world-class higher education, bustling cities, a beautifully diverse landscape, and it welcomes people from all over the world.

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Overview

Germany at a Glance

Germany is a country of diverse landscapes and exciting cities. Its economy is the largest in Europe and the fifth largest in the world. Many pioneering inventions come from Germany.

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The right choice for you?

Germany is the third most popular destination among international students in the world. Germany is an attractive place to study and German university degrees are highly respected by employers worldwide.

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University towns

German Cities

In all university towns in Germany – from the large, pulsating cities to the quieter towns you will have a great time studying and living. We introduce the towns with the most international students to you.

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We talk to an expert about the liver 10. July 2020 12:30

Gastroenterologist and nutrition expert Dr. Andreas Sturm talks about the liver and what we should and should not eat to keep it in good condition.
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Deep red light can 'recharge' aging eyes 08. July 2020 13:03

Staring into deep red light for three minutes a day helps to maintain vision, British researchers have discovered. They found that the long-wave impulses stimulate the mitochondria in the cells of the retina.
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How the coronavirus pandemic impacts HIV patients 08. July 2020 08:32

The coronavirus pandemic is disrupting the supply lines of anti-retroviral drugs, impacting millions of HIV patients. DW spoke with Professor Hendrik Streeck, Director of the Institute of Virology and HIV Research at the University of Bonn about the problem.
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Coronavirus half a year on: What do we know so far? 07. July 2020 13:01

Six months have passed since SARS-CoV-2 became known worldwide. Since then, researchers have found out much about the virus and made progress in combating it. Here are the most important points.
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How sustainble are 'eco' brand high street fashions? 06. July 2020 09:14

There's a new trend among popular fashion brands: "eco friendly" collections. Organic cotton is everywhere this summer, but is the label just a marketing strategy?
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Does air conditioning help spread the coronavirus? 06. July 2020 07:51

With summer on the horizon in many countries, people may be tempted to turn on the air conditioning to get some relief from the heat. But after cooling systems were linked to a coronavirus outbreak at a German meat-processing plant, how safe is it?
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Coronavirus: German military training sniffer dogs 06. July 2020 03:26

Sniffer dogs can detect explosives and drugs, but can they also detect COVID-19? The German military and a veterinary university foundation are working with various breeds of sniffer dogs to find out.
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German parliament backs coal phase-out 03. July 2020 20:41

German lawmakers have backed plans to phase out coal as an energy source by 2038. The government is trying to end Germany's dependence on fossil fuels in favor of renewable supplies. Climate activists, however, say 18 years is just too long to wait.
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Rough ride: Cruel animal transports 03. July 2020 14:19

Animal suffering often begins even before the feedlot or slaughterhouse. Many companies don’t adhere to EU regulations on animal transport. Activists document the violations as best they can, but they’re often powerless.
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Self-optimization - We speak to an expert 03. July 2020 12:30

In Good Shape meets up with journalist and author Isabell Prophet in Berlin. She talks about the modern-day pressure to improve yourself and where it comes from. And she explains why it’s important to learn to be content with who you are.
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Cosmetic surgery - a booming market 03. July 2020 11:20

The field of cosmetic surgery has changed dramatically in recent years. While in the past, operations were lengthy and expensive, today there are many cheaper options. An operation may be as quick as a visit to the dentist. And demand is growing.
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How lab animals have fared in the coronavirus crisis 01. July 2020 11:46

The current pandemic has impacted lab animals, with US research labs culling thousands of mice. Germany has coped somewhat better, but the situation has once more highlighted the contentious practice of animal testing.
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Why do more men die from COVID-19? 30. June 2020 08:55

Men, women and children all become infected with the new coronavirus equally often. But men tend to suffer more severe cases of COVID-19 and are more likely to die of it. DW looks at possible explanations.
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Climate activism in the age of the coronavirus pandemic 27. June 2020 11:36

The coronavirus pandemic has forced climate protest groups like Fridays for Future and Extinction Rebellion to find new ways to get their message out. Activists are gathering for socially distanced sit-ins or bike rides. DW met with both groups in Berlin.
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Loved or loathed? How Germany's coronavirus tracking app is faring 26. June 2020 16:06

As many government tracking apps are lambasted by users across Europe, Germany appears to be the lone success story — or is it? DW takes a closer look.
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What is the coronavirus reproduction number 'R'? 26. June 2020 14:17

The reproduction number 'R' is used to determine how fast the coronavirus spreads through a given community. But what exactly does this number mean? And what is its significance? Professor Dirk Brockmann of Berlin's Humboldt University explains.
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Vaccines - we talk to an expert 26. June 2020 12:30

In Good Shape goes to the German Museum of Technology in Berlin to meet virologist Professor Dr. Hendrik Streeck. He talks about which vaccinations we need and the potential risks behind them. And he explains what ‘herd immunity‘ is.
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Untold health crisis: Coronavirus didn't stop illicit drug use 26. June 2020 06:00

Public health bodies have warned that illicit drug users are at high risk due to the pandemic lockdown. But whether the reason is boredom or anxiety, home-cooked drugs or more users injecting, the data is slow to come.
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Germany: Scientists test artemisia plant against coronavirus 25. June 2020 19:25

A derivative of the Artemisia annua plant, also known as sweet wormwood, has long been used in the treatment of malaria. Scientists are currently testing the plant’s potential against the novel coronavirus Sars-CoV-2.
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Germany bans single-use plastic products 24. June 2020 21:21

The German Cabinet came to the agreement after months of speculation and the ban will mean the country falls in line with an EU directive to reduce waste. The prohibition will come into effect from July 2021.
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