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Zu den vielfältigen Bedeutungen des metaphorischen Konzepts A/Symmetrie in den Sozial- und Geisteswissenschaften.

The potentials of new types of technologies and digital innovations are receiving enormous political and scholarly attention. In the course of the digital transformation, data is attracting particular attention as a new resource for innovation. The innovation potential of digital tools is identified in a broad spectrum of fields of action, such as the optimisation of decisions and the "fairer" distribution of resources and legal goods.

Members of Die Junge Akademie have established the Diversity Initiative. This seeks to engage in a discussion of diversity and variety in the science system in sufficient depth and breadth, and to approach these topics in a critical and reflective manner. This is also intrinsically motivated, as Die Junge Akademie depends on the diversity of its members' perspectives, which form the basis for the academy's innovative strength and drive.

In collaboration with Wübben Stiftung Wissenschaft, Die Junge Akademie organises a public discussion series with Peter-André Alt and guests on new perspectives in science and research.

What paths lead to science and what did researchers actually do in their childhood? Together with Carl Hanser Verlag, Die Junge Akademie is publishing a children's book with the portraits of 30 scientists to show different careers and to awaken children's joy and interest in science.

The earth-ecosystem has always been shaped by human influences. However, at the latest since industrialisation in the 19th century, this human influence has taken on another dimension, so that science now speaks of a new epoch on Earth, the Anthropocene. The changes caused by anthropogenic influence on the ecosystem are worrying, as they impact habitats enormously, and in many regions, the livelihoods of plants, animals and humans are destroyed.

Peer Review is a science simulation game for 4 to 6 players. Its goals are to educate junior scientists and encourage self-reflection in established scientists, as well as to give a broader interested public some insight into the mechanics of the scientific system.

In the podcast series ‘know - act?’, members of Die Junge Akademie's various working groups discuss their topics with guests from politics, society, culture and science.

Die Junge Akademie and the Volkswagen Foundation are this year launching the inaugural award for the best research environment.

The Salon Sophie Charlotte at the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences and Humanities is an event that is open to all interested members of the public. It takes place annually, in the venerable halls of the academy and focusses on a new topic each year.

Circus as a metaphor for sustainability discourse? Daring manoeuvres, fragile balance, free fall: artistry and acrobatics offer gripping images that are aesthetically appealing and emotionally moving. Are they also suitable for scientific-ecological comparisons?

Infinite expanses, infinite emptiness, finite knowledge? What are the implications of the supposed infinity of the universe for science, art and economy? How can we rethink the universe?

The research project "Infinity - Emptiness - Liveliness" explores the question of what it means to be human in the transplanetary age.

Effective science communication is a challenging task: Both in terms of content and because of the significance of the results for society and politics. Proposals are needed on how academics can effectively communicate knowledge, but also the uncertainties of scientific findings, in order to constructively contribute to public discourse.

As part of the so-called third mission, universities and scientists are increasingly expected to tie research activities more closely to society, be it in the form of easily understandable science communication, advice for politics and business or other forms of social engagement. However, the relationship between scientific knowledge generation and social and political engagement is quite complex.