On 6th June, the ZALF PhD Day took place: 19 doctoral researchers presented their work in science slams, hands-on tours as well as elevator pitches and showed how science can be presented in an exciting and creative way. Especially the diversity was impressive.
Some researchers have study sites at ZALF, others in countries like Iran, Vietnam or Tanzania, while researching at all scales from microscopic fungi and grains of sand to large-scale land usechanges. We thank all presenters for their contributions. The keynote speech by Dr. Frauke
Schocker on the concept for good scientific practice at the Borstel Research Centre inspired a
debate on scientific integrity. The joint barbecue was a perfect ending to an intense day. The
PhD Day is organized by doctoral researchers and serves as a platform for exchange between
them as well as with colleagues and guests of other research institutes.
