The Australia-Germany Research Network launch was a fantastic evening filled with lively conversation, inspiring speakers and exceptional music from Australian musicians! Australia and Germany have extensive, high-calibre and longstanding research connections that will continue to grow. The Australia-Germany Research Network will strengthen existing research connections and provide a platform for developing new relationships. This was the key theme of the Research Network launch evening, for a gathering of over 200 people from across disciplines and from more than 50 universities and research organisations.
Following a welcome speech from Ambassador H.E. Lynette Wood, the audience heard an inspirational keynote address from BMBF Parliamentary Secretary Thomas Rachel, who discussed the importance of trust and common values in strengthening ties in research and innovation. A dynamic panel discussion followed, exploring the challenges and benefits of cross-continental research, featuring three experts including Dr. Benjamin Flavel, Karlsruher Institut für Technologie KIT; Renee Hindmarsh, Australian Technology Network of Universities; and Prof. Dr. Christoph Herrmann, Technische Universität Braunschweig. Participants were then delighted by a musical performance by four talented Australian musicians led by Nick Deutsch, Artistic Director at the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) and Professor of Oboe at the Hochschule für Musik in Leipzig, Germany.
A LinkedIn forum will serve as the initial platform to facilitate information-sharing and stronger networks, which is managed in partnership with the German Embassy in Australia.Every two months we will share research news, meetups and events in the Research Network newsletter. This will ensure Australia and Germany continue to forge strong connections and contribute to global scientific research together. Please email info.berlin@dfat.gov.au to subscribe to the newsletter. The continuing success of the Network will require input and cooperation from its members, so we welcome everybody contributing events, information, news and insights.
