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The Deutsche Akademie der Naturforscher Leopoldina has been the German National Academy of Sciences since 2008. It scientifically reviews and addresses key issues of prospective significance to society. The Academy operates irrespective of political and economic objectives. Its findings are conveyed to policy makers and the public alike and are nationally and internationally advocated.

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The Leopoldina is led by a Presidium whose members are elected by the Senate.

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The Leopoldina closely cooperates with other science institutions.

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Coordinating all the academy’s activities regarding the history, theory and philosophy of science.

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Long-term basic research in the humanities.

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In one of the oldest academy archives in the world, the Leopoldina contains documents from more than 360 years.

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Founded in 1731 in Nuremberg, the Leopoldina's library contains more than 260,000 books, monographs and journals.

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The Leopoldina awards medals and prizes for outstanding scientific and academic achievements.

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Current job offers are available in German only.

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