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Welcome to Off the Bench, your digital gateway to the latest insights and stories from the world of science and research. Our online magazine offers regularly updated articles that not only cover a wide range of scientific topics but also introduce the inspiring people behind the discoveries. Dive into engaging reports, exclusive interviews, and fascinating perspectives that bring science to life.

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Inspiring Science

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Why Are Our Brains so Big?

We apparently have two uniquely human genes to thank for our cognitive abilities.

Highly Cited Researchers

The most successful researchers – those with the broadest impact – work in the United States. But this lead over the runner-up is shrinking.

“Tastes Like Raspberry Candy”

Sweet instead of bitter: how 3D chewable tablets make the treatment of sick children and adults easier.

Bright Minds

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Our New Findings Have Profound Implications for the Understanding of Neurological Conditions

Dr. Cheng Lyu is the winner of the Eppendorf & Science Prize for Neurobiology 2025. Three questions for the Chinese scientist:

Our Strength Lies in Bold and Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Dr. Varun Venkataramani is the winner of the Eppendorf Award for Young European Investigators 2025. Three questions for the scientist:

Learning While Dreaming

Actively glean knowledge, overcome fears or practice athletic skills: it is all possible in a lucid dream

Exploring Life

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Impact and Consequence

Environmental factors such as noise, fine particulates in the air and stress make up our exposome. Its study promises enormous potential for ...

When Everything Flows and Time Slows

What do a dancer, a watchmaker and a mountaineer have in common? They all experience flow – times when everything just feels right.

Thank You for Being You

Those who feel seen and appreciated have it easier in life. About “mattering” – the good feeling of being important to others.

Dossiers

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Positivity - Happiness Can Be Learned

Every day presents us with plenty of reasons to despair. Nevertheless, by applying just a few scientifically tested tips and tricks, it is possible to train positive emotions – and thus strengthen wellbeing and self-healing powers.

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Creativity - The Future Belongs to the Creative

Artificial intelligence can imitate music by Beethoven; it can write journal articles and even create paintings. Is human creativity on its way to becoming superfluous? The clear answer is no. Creativity is now more coveted than ever.

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Stay informed by subscribing to our newsletter, ensuring you never miss an update

Inspiring Science

Why Are Our Brains so Big?

Highly Cited Researchers

“Tastes Like Raspberry Candy”

Bright Minds

Our New Findings Have Profound Implications for the Understanding of Neurological Conditions

Our Strength Lies in Bold and Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Learning While Dreaming

Exploring Life

Impact and Consequence

When Everything Flows and Time Slows

Thank You for Being You

Dossiers

Positivity - Happiness Can Be Learned

Creativity - The Future Belongs to the Creative