Studies Law at Bucerius Law School Hamburg

I’m passionate about international politics: Our world is interconnected, and so are the monumental challenges we face, from climate change to making democracy prevail. Sustainable solutions thus require finding inclusive, transboundary answers. The be.boosted fellowship enables me to use my words and leadership more effectively to build those bridges – and a thrilling journey with lots of awesome, driven people!

PhD student in Physics at Max Planck Institute Erlangen

I am part of Be.Boosted because the fellowship provides a fostering environment formed by talented individuals who are eager to learn. It is an opportunity to expand my knowledge of international relations and leverage my rhetoric, a skill that demands practice, failure, and reflection. After the fellowship, I would like to be more involved in bridging the gap between science and politics and give speeches at friends’ weddings.

Studies Computer Science at Technical University Munich

I joined the delegation to enhance my leadership and soft skills, aiming to enrich my technical knowledge with the power of interdisciplinary thinking. What excites me most is the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone, challenge my worldviews and build a network of inspiring fellows. I am deeply passionate about harnessing data to address pressing global issues, leveraging AI for solutions, while ensuring inclusivity in the data and therefore the digital world. Fun fact: No one ever correctly guesses that I study computer science.

Studies International Affairs at Hertie School of Governance Berlin

Jonatan von Moltke is a Master’s student of International Affairs at the Hertie School in Berlin, but currently pursuing a Professional Year at the Stabilisation Platform. There, he is gaining insights into the stabilization efforts of the German Federal Foreign Office. He grew up in Geneva, studied Philosophy, Politics, and Economics in his Bachelor’s in Amsterdam, and is very fond of basketball, halloumi, and jazz.

Studies Medicine and Philosophy at RWTH Aachen

As a medical student I often pondered how to best address pressing public health issues. The realization that individual patient care can sometimes merely serve as a band-aid for deeper political issues was both frustrating and enlightening. My search for broader, more comprehensive perspectives and possible solutions led me to delve into the ethics of public health. Now, with be.boosted, I am excited to explore the realm of the political “art of the possible”.

PhD student in Management at University College London

At a time when misinformation prevails, and global challenges demand unified solutions, evidence-based policy-making is crucial. As a PhD researcher specializing in cross-sector collaboration and digital innovation, I view this fellowship as a brilliant opportunity to amplify my advocacy for science in policy-making. I am eager to acquire skills that will enhance my ability to translate research into impactful, inclusive policies and practices.

Studies Finance and Information Management at Technical University Munich

Today’s ever more complex world needs creative problem-solvers, effective communicators, and empathetic collaborators. I am thrilled to meet such people from diverse backgrounds at be.boosted and further develop my skills in an inspiring team. Having lived and studied in Australia, Finland, Norway, Luxembourg, and Uganda, I believe development, prosperity, and peace depend on innovation and financial enablement.

Studies Mathematics at Ulm University

Diversity of thought drives innovation. While I aim to pursue a career in quantitative finance, I deeply value stepping out of the mathematics bubble to engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds. This perspective not only broadens my horizon but also fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, vital for tackling complex global challenges. I am excited for the journey with team Taipei!

Since I was young, I constantly looked for ways to improve myself. From being a lifeguard to winning the second biggest mock-up trial in Hong Kong I recently returned from my exchange year in South Korea. After these adventures, I am now continuing with my law degree. I realized that skills like leadership, negotiation, or public speaking are not being taught in law school. This is why I took the chance to become a fellow at be.boosted to improve these skills. I am looking forward to engaging with other inspiring fellows!

Hey! I’m Laurenz, a Robotics, Cognition, and Intelligence (RCI) student at TU Munich with a focus on vision-based AI. I’m passionate about connecting with individuals from diverse backgrounds and fields of study. In our rapidly changing world, cross-disciplinary understanding and effective communication are invaluable. This is particularly vital in the context of AI, which is a constant topic of discussion in politics and society. As a member of Be.Boosted, I’m excited to broaden my knowledge in various disciplines, enhance my leadership and public speaking abilities, and gain a global perspective on current issues.

Studying Organizational and Industrial Psychology, I’ve always been interested in responsible leadership and fostering successful teams. By joining be.boosted, I am looking forward to gaining new insights into these topics and to further developing my communication and negotiation skills.  Besides going on this journey with the other inspiring fellows, I am particularly excited about sharing our learnings through the boosting:others challenge.

Every expert was once a beginner – Rutherford B. Hayes. For the sake of our future and the future of generations to come, it is crucial that we step up and prioritize one of the most important skills for humanity: the ability to work together. Raised as true democrat I am frightened how our political landscape drifts apart. We notice that our new leaders need to be social, cooperative and value driven. With “be.boosted” I am excited to work for a better future, to shape and be shaped by a new generation of inspiring peers with foci in multiple disciplines!

Being a student in the medical field necessarily includes looking further than the individual patient and understanding how politics and social systems are interlinked with the challenges we see in our patients. Only through good communicational skills and secure leadership, politicians and policy makers are able to collaboratively implement change that hopefully improves the lives and health of many. I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of this year’s be.boosted programme and I am looking forward to learning and working with Team LIMUN!

Early in my studies as well as throughout my early career experiences, I have come to appreciate the importance of being able to face complexity – as well as the immense value of programmes and communities like be.boosted in preparing young people to be able to do so thoughtfully. With this fellowship I am looking to enrich my graduate studies with new perspectives, skills and ways of seeing the world which will surely inform my professional as well as personal development.

Studying Economics at the University of Potsdam, I have an interest for quantitative and regulatory economic aspects. After spending a certain time in a trade and investment department of a diplomatic mission in Berlin, I saw how different and therefore important communication and negotiation are in a bilateral-international political context with diverse stakeholders. Therefore, I’m glad to continue this development process within the  be.boosted fellowship and look forward to an intensive but enriched theoretical and practical learning.

As a medical student at Charité in Berlin and soon-to-be doctor, I would like to dedicate my work to improving health worldwide. I enjoy asking and discussing global questions and would like to draw attention to the voices of people whose perspectives are often not visible.

I joined be.boosted to connect with others who share my interest in thinking outside the box and to grow individually and as a group – I am looking forward to this incredible journey together with my fellows!