Flight and migration characterize the relations of Europe to the Southern mediterranean countries. On the occasion of its tenth anniversary, ZAK I Center for Applied Cultural Science and Studium Generale of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has invited international experts to discuss current problems and their medial dimension. Among these experts are the Kenian German Studies’ specialist and sister of the US President, Dr. Auma Obama. The ZAK anniversary events on November 30 and December 1, 2012 will be part of the series “Mittelmeer vor Ort” of the German network of the Anna Lindh Foundation.
In close partnership with society, KIT develops solutions for urgent challenges – from climate change, energy transition and sustainable use of natural resources to artificial intelligence, sovereignty and an aging population. As The University in the Helmholtz Association, KIT unites scientific excellence from insight to application-driven research under one roof – and is thus in a unique position to drive this transformation. As a University of Excellence, KIT offers its more than 10,000 employees and 22,800 students outstanding opportunities to shape a sustainable and resilient future. KIT – Science for Impact.