"Book a Scientist" gives you the chance to talk to an expert from the Leibniz Association for 25 minutes and ask everything you've always wanted to know about your favorite topic.

The individual 25-minute one-on-one meetings will take place online, next time on September 12, 2023. 

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Take the opportunity to talk to LIfBi scientists:

Don't be afraid of math!
Mathematical skills are of central importance in our society. Even before starting school, children have a basic understanding of numbers and quantities. Psychologist Maximilian Seitz answers questions about how early mathematical skills can be promoted, how to introduce even young children to mathematics, and how to reduce (their own) fears of contact.

Learning to read (better) is possible at any age
People usually learn the ability to understand written texts when they start school. But even after elementary school, reading skills can change and improve - even into old age. Kathrin Thums talks about what science knows about this and why it's never too late to learn to read (better).

When the village school closes
Demographic change can have a significant impact on regional educational offerings. Rural areas in particular are increasingly affected by permanent school closures, as a lack of births and outmigration force local authorities to cut spending. Economist Sebastian Vogler conducts research on this topic, which not only affects municipalities, counties and districts, but is also relevant at the level of the German Federal States.

Growing up with two languages
Developmental psychologist Jessica Willard grew up with two languages herself. As a researcher, she wonders: does multilingual education make children smarter or happier? And is there a "magic formula" for raising children who speak two languages fluently? How do children even feel when they grow up multilingual? And how can we ensure at home, in kindergarten and at school that children feel really comfortable with their two languages?

What siblings learn from each other
Close confidants, playmates, fierce rivals. Brothers and sisters can be all of these things to each other. Elena Wittmann conducts research on this special relationship because siblings play a significant role in individual development. The relationship with them also has an influence on our self-image, our personality and our career.