Neue GovLab-Studie untersucht den Einfluss von Homophobie auf das Wahlverhalten
Volker Hofmanns Statement zu ProValid
Podcast des China Competence Training Centers
New GovLab on the Influence of Homophobia on Voting Behavior
Last week, we published a new HI:LIGHT on our blog featuring the study ‘The Electoral Effects of State-Sponsored Anti-LGBTQ Measures’ (2025). The research that was conducted by Violeta Ines Haas, Konstantin Bogatyrev, Tarik Abou-Chadi, Heike Klüver, and Lukas Stoetzer from the Humboldt Governance Lab examines how state-sponsored anti-LGBTQ measures affect voting behavior. The researchers’ findings are distressing. Read more here: Winning Elections with Homophobia? – Humboldt-Innovation Insights
Ongoing Application Phase for ProValid
Scientists have until February 15, 2026, to apply for the ProValid funding program with innovations they aim to bring to market maturity. Funded projects will receive support through prototyping, feasibility studies, as well as market and patent analyses. More information: ProValid: from research to application | Humboldt Innovation
New Episode of the China Connect Podcast
The China Competence Center has released a new podcast episode exploring the interconnectedness of Germany, China, and global innovation hubs through investment, startup ecosystems, and talent development. Chinese-American investor and startup expert Yier Erin B. joined the discussion, providing a global perspective and deep expertise. Listen now and subscribe here: China Competence Training Center
