From circular materials to critical raw resources, our distinguished speakers provided insights into, how science can drive equitable and sustainable development. The day was packed with forward-thinking keynotes, dynamic panel discussions, and meaningful dialogue—reminding us that interdisciplinary collaboration is key to safeguard planetary solutions.
The meeting also featured the BEST awards (https://best.uni-koeln.de/) ceremony, where excellent master and doctoral theses were recognized for their outstanding contributions. The BEST awards are financed by the Bhuyan family in cooperation with the Ruhrstiftung Bildung und Erziehung (Die Ruhrstiftung Bildung und Erziehung in Essen)
Congratulations to all the awardees and a big thanks to all speakers, participants, and our fantastic organization team who made it happen!
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