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Smartphones and social media have shaped a generation that is on the brink of a mental-health crisis. Verena Balz, Diplom-Ingenieur Studiengang Architektur. “This proposition is based on the observation of my 17-year old daughter, a representative of the generation Y. They have grown-up under a constant online presence. I’ve noticed that there is a delay in their becoming independent. At her age, I hitchhiked through Europe with my boyfriend. My daughter’s generation is constantly looking at others, they are comparing their lives with the success stories and accomplishments of others. This leads to a fear of stepping out into the world and a crisis of self-esteem. In Germany, where I come from, people are much more concerned about their privacy. They are more prudent in their use of social media. Dutch people are more open to various forms of information technology, and yes, also a bit naïve to my taste.” Humour during a scientific talk is the most efficient way for the speaker to destress and establish connection with the audience. Filip Rozpędek ‘Hard work always pays off’ is the worst advice one can give or receive. Narashimha Karthik Yadati In a world of alternative facts, the scientific method cannot survive. Thomas William Sherson Understanding is an illusion. Nick Lindemulder There is no place for beards in modern physics. Jeroen Theodoor Heldens Research is enjoyable up to the part where you have to write about it. Fiona Zakaria There is a fine line between tolerance and indifference. Jia Xu Public relations in academia is as important as doing good research. Victor Ernesto Vega Garita Computers are good at specialization, humans are good at generalization. Taygun Kekeç Uncertainty lies between knowledge and the unknown. Sergio Alberto Salinas Rodríguez Solving a problem is easier than recognizing a problem. Qu Hu
