Women in Science – Female Researcher Numbers on the Rise
September 19, 2025
Women who work in science face biases that men don’t
Marieke Oudelaar studies how DNA controls our genes. The head of a research group at the Max Planck Institute demonstrates how women are becoming leaders in science despite old prejudices.
German peatlands expert works to restore bogs and fens
Bogs, fens and peatlands store more CO2 worldwide than forests and are under massive threat. Franziska Tanneberger fights for their protection and rewetting.
Peatlands like bogs and fens are vital ecosystems that store more carbon than forests and support rare biodiversity. German expert Franziska Tanneberger campaigns to restore drained peatlands, which emit 7% of Germany’s greenhouse gases. Her work bridges science, policy and farming, promoting sustainable land use and climate protection. Listening and collaboration are key to saving these fragile landscapes.
Artificial photosynthesis systems for removing CO2 from air
Removing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere – called ‘negative emissions’ – could slow climate change. Climatologist Kira Rehfeld is working on how.
At the Geo and Environmental Center in Tübingen, researchers are developing artificial photosynthesis systems to remove CO₂ from the atmosphere. The NETPEC project converts carbon dioxide into solid carbon using solar energy and catalysts. Though still experimental, this technology could help offset emissions and support climate goals. Experts stress it’s no substitute for ending fossil fuel use—but a vital backup.
Harnessing invasive plants for use in industry
From pests to products: Chemist Claude Grison turns invasive plant species in France into ecocatalysts – used by various industries like cosmetics.
Mummification deciphered: Archaeologist tests ancient recipes
The ancient Egyptians embalmed their dead to prepare them for the afterworld. Archaeologist Pia Kruszewski is trying to uncover what techniques they used.
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