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Didier Goossens
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Interested in #SciCom, #AI, #DeSci, #SciDip.
Listening to jazz while sipping coffee.
Head of Communication at Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR) @fnr.lu
Author of "The Clarity Conversations" on Substack (@theclarityconversations)
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Didier Goossens @go2s3.bsky.social · Jul 27
The Clarity Conversations.

theclarityconversations.substack.com/p/clarity-in...
Clarity in complexity: The purpose behind these conversations
Listening to leaders - what this project is about.
theclarityconversations.substack.com
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netzpolitik.org
Der Deutsche Kinderschutzbund lehnt die #Chatkontrolle ab und fordert von der Bundesregierung „zielgerichtete Maßnahmen statt anlassloser Massenüberwachung“ im Kampf gegen sexualisierte Gewalt.

netzpolitik.org/2025/eu-uebe...
EU-Überwachungsgesetz: Kinderschutzbund stellt sich gegen Chatkontrolle
Der Deutsche Kinderschutzbund lehnt die Chatkontrolle ab und fordert von der Bundesregierung
netzpolitik.org
October 6, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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markus.reuter.netzpolitik.org
Spannendes Interview mit Klaus Landefeld vom Wirtschaftsverband eco zur #Chatkontrolle. Er kritisiert nicht nur die massiven Grundrechtsverletzungen, sondern die technischen Unzulänglichkeiten des EU-Überwachungsprojektes.

netzpolitik.org/2025/chatkon...
Chatkontrolle: „Total unausgegoren und technisch nicht tragfähig“
Klaus Landefeld, Vorstand des IT-Branchenverbandes eco, stellt sich im Interview gegen die EU-Pläne zur Chatkontrolle. Neben den massiven Grundrechtseinschränkungen kritisiert er auch die technischen ...
netzpolitik.org
October 6, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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markus.reuter.netzpolitik.org
Der Deutschlandfunk hat mich zum Thema #Chatkontrolle für ein Interview eingeladen: www.deutschlandfunk.de/markus-reute...
Markus Reuter (netzpolitik.org) zur EU-Abstimmung über die "Chatkontrolle"
"Chatkontrolle": Warum Netzexperten die Pläne der EU kritisieren. Interview mit Markus Reuter, netzpolitik.org.
www.deutschlandfunk.de
October 6, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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meddmohub.bsky.social
Deepfake scams are spreading fast on Facebook in Greece.
Scammers use AI to impersonate public figures and push fake investments or “miracle” cures.
Read the full report here:
meddmo.eu/greece-disin...
August 20, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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fnr.lu
Wir erklären, wie Krebs entsteht, was ihn so gefährlich macht, wie er behandelt werden kann – und wo die Krebsforschung heute steht.
science.lu/de/zellen...

#FNR #FondationCancer #ResearchLuxembourg #Krebs #Forschung
Schockdiagnose Krebs: Wenn der eigene Körper zur Bedrohung wird
Wissenschaft und Forschung für alle! La science et la recherche pour tous! science.lu - Méi entdecken!
science.lu
July 30, 2025 at 5:42 PM
go2s3.bsky.social
The Clarity Conversations.

theclarityconversations.substack.com/p/clarity-in...
Clarity in complexity: The purpose behind these conversations
Listening to leaders - what this project is about.
theclarityconversations.substack.com
July 27, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Reposted by Didier Goossens
fnr.lu
Die #Polarisierung der Gesellschaft scheint zuzunehmen. Entspricht dies der Wirklichkeit? Sind abweichende Meinungen besorgniserregend, oder im Gegenteil ein wesentlicher Bestandteil der Demokratie?
#sciencecheck #science.lu #FNR #Luxembourg
www.science.lu/de/sc...
Polarisierte Gesellschaft – ein Grund zur Sorge?
Wissenschaft und Forschung für alle! La science et la recherche pour tous! science.lu - Méi entdecken!
www.science.lu
June 19, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Reposted by Didier Goossens
fnr.lu
Every 2 years, we publish the survey findings on the perception of science & research in Luxembourg.

You can download the 2025 infographics on our website. Help yourself!
www.fnr.lu/2025-surv...
2025 survey findings: Perception of science & research in Luxembourg
Luxembourg National Research Fund
www.fnr.lu
June 13, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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fnr.lu
AI developments have led to improvements in disease research by enabling new approaches in the study of genes, molecules and proteins – scientists are now tackling the challenge of building reliable AI tools.

#AI #DiseaseResearch #Science
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Read the article: www.fnr.lu/research-...
@uni.lu #FNR
Spotlight on Young Researchers: Building AI tools to help fight disease
Luxembourg National Research Fund
www.fnr.lu
June 11, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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fnr.lu
#AI #Deepfakes #Detection #fnrBRIDGES

The battle against deepfakes is a race against time and against rapidly evolving technology. Every breakthrough in generative AI demands an equally innovative defence strategy.

www.uni.lu/snt-en/news/...

@uni.lu @snt.uni.lu @fnr.lu

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A race against deepfakes: How AI is fighting AI
Every five minutes, somewhere in the world, someone creates a new deepfake. As this AI-powered threat grows, researchers are developing equally powerful
www.uni.lu
March 26, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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fnr.lu
#colourful #solartech #fnrjump

LetzColor is on a mission to revolutionise how we perceive solar panels and energy!

@uni.lu @fnr.lu

www.uni.lu/fstm-en/news...
LetzColor: the efficiency of solar energy, enhanced with a touch of colour
LetzColor, a project from the University of Luxembourg, is on a mission to revolutionise how we perceive solar panels and energy. The project aims to
www.uni.lu
March 26, 2025 at 12:38 PM
go2s3.bsky.social
we need science journalism.
Critical journalism is essential, of which science journalism is part, to understand what is going on around us.

www.openpetition.eu/ch/petition/...
Fakten statt Falschinformationen: Für einen starken Wissenschaftsjournalismus! - Online-Petition
Offener Brief aus der Wissenschaft an SRF Sehr geehrte Direktion der SRG, sehr geehrte Geschäftsleitung von SRF, sehr geehrte Medien- und Wissenschaftspolitiker:innen Mit grosser Besorgnis haben wir z...
www.openpetition.eu
February 11, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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fnr.lu
New Episode of “Mäin Element” podcast is out!
This week with Alex Skupin. If he hadn’t become a scientist, he would have had the option to become a rock star. He tells us how it came to this and what would happen if we used 100 percent of our brain.

open.spotify.com/episode/5OZV...
Mäin Element - Alexander Skupin
Mäin Element · Episode
open.spotify.com
February 3, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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fnr.lu
Join us on 24 March for insightful discussions at the intersection of science and politics in a relaxed “apéro” atmosphere, organised by the Cellule scientifique of the Luxembourg Parliament and FNR.
Further info 👇👇

www.fnr.lu/research-mee...
Research meets Politics: Evidence-informed inputs for Agriculture, Education and Poverty
Luxembourg National Research Fund
www.fnr.lu
January 22, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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fnr.lu
Curious about what we are doing? Funding excellent research!
Examples? Follow the link 👉 www.fnr.lu/25-examples-...
25 examples of research with impact
Luxembourg National Research Fund
www.fnr.lu
January 16, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Reposted by Didier Goossens
laurahelmuth.bsky.social
Why & how scientists should do public outreach, especially now. Smart tips from @nicolecrust.bsky.social on @thetransmitter.bsky.social 🧪 www.thetransmitter.org/craft-and-ca...
In your New Year’s resolutions for 2025, consider public outreach
If every person in the neuroscience community committed to doing one thing, imagine the cumulative difference it would make.
www.thetransmitter.org
January 4, 2025 at 4:09 PM
go2s3.bsky.social
Deepfakes.
In our latest podcast episode, Nesryne Mejri shares insights into the good and bad sides of #deepfakes and highlights red flags to watch out for.

journal.lu/de/main-elem...
(episode is in English)

#FNR #SnT #research #SciCom
Mäin Element - Nesryne Mejri
Wéi erkennt een Deepfakes? Genau dës Fro versicht d'Nesryne Mejri a senger Fuerschung ze beäntweren. "Mäin Element" ass e Podcast an Zesummenaarbecht mam Fonds National de la Recherche, deen de Mënsch...
journal.lu
January 3, 2025 at 12:47 PM
go2s3.bsky.social
How does language shape math learning? Research reveals how multilingual settings influence thinking with numbers and how children link numbers to space. Insights that could transform education!

www.fnr.lu/research-wit...
25 examples of research with impact: Understanding human thinking
Luxembourg National Research Fund
www.fnr.lu
December 27, 2024 at 7:11 AM
go2s3.bsky.social
Luxembourg researchers reveal how vocal analysis could revolutionize Type 2 Diabetes screening.

#diabetes #researchluxembourg #AI #voice

www.lih.lu/en/article/s...
“Say Hello” to Non-Invasive Screening: New AI Tool Identifies Diabetes Using Voice Analysis » Luxembourg Institute of Health
“Say Hello” to Non-Invasive Screening: New AI Tool Identifies Diabetes Using Voice Analysis Luxembourg researchers reveal how vocal analysis could revolutionize Type 2 Diabetes screening. The Luxembou...
www.lih.lu
December 23, 2024 at 4:13 PM
go2s3.bsky.social
This is very good news!
@sciencebusiness.net
sciencebusiness.net/horizon-euro...
Switzerland to join Horizon Europe after deal with Brussels
After four years of waiting, Switzerland has finally agreed a deal with Brussels that will allow its researchers to participate as equals in the EU’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme.
sciencebusiness.net
December 22, 2024 at 7:04 PM
Reposted by Didier Goossens
technologyreview.com
Two books explore the price we’ve paid in handing over unprecedented power to Big Tech—and explain why it’s imperative we start taking it back.
How Silicon Valley is disrupting democracy
Two books explore the price we’ve paid in handing over unprecedented power to Big Tech—and explain why it’s imperative we start taking it back.
www.technologyreview.com
December 13, 2024 at 2:49 PM
go2s3.bsky.social
Breaking barriers in cancer research! Luxembourg’s scientists are pioneering new treatments, including tackling aggressive brain tumors like glioblastoma. Discover how innovation is saving lives: Read more:

www.fnr.lu/research-wit...

#FNRimpact #cancer #research #impact #Luxembourg
25 examples of research with impact: Breaking barriers in cancer research & treatment
Luxembourg National Research Fund
www.fnr.lu
December 10, 2024 at 1:09 PM
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erictopol.bsky.social
Vaccination significantly reduced #LongCovid in children and adolescents among ~300,000 kids and teens
www.thelancet.com/journals/ecl...
Effect during Delta and Omicron
December 7, 2024 at 2:39 PM
go2s3.bsky.social
How is digital transformation reshaping the workplace? Dr. Ludivine Martin’s LISER research explores how digital tools impact well-being, skills, & productivity. Dive into insights from projects shaping the future of work: www.fnr.lu/research-wit...
#FNRImpact #research #Luxembourg
25 examples of research with impact: Understanding the evolution of the workplace in the digital era
Luxembourg National Research Fund
www.fnr.lu
December 8, 2024 at 3:27 PM
Reposted by Didier Goossens
lewan.bsky.social
Very good piece, worth reading. Misinformation researchers should be added to the growing list of those who are under attack (climate science, virologists, ...). Worth keeping in mind that this is no accident. The notion of "truth" employed by populists quite explicitly rules out evidence...
jagolinzer.bsky.social Alan Jagolinzer @jagolinzer.bsky.social · Nov 30
“Science…is under attack. …

whether science should be political…is…moot…

Given…the expansion of attacks on science, it is time for scientists to be more effective, forceful, and vociferous as their own political advocates.”

Princeton Prof Agustin Fuentes

www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Scientists as political advocates
Science, both teaching and doing, is under attack. The recent US presidential election of a person and platform with anti-science bias exemplifies this. The study of climate processes and patterns and...
www.science.org
December 1, 2024 at 1:50 PM