by Annika Gödde | 20. November 2025
In this episode of CAISzeit, host Dr. Matthias Begenat talks with Samuel T. Simon about agility in science. Together, they discuss how research can be organized step by step with agile methods help, without losing depth and scientific thoroughness. They also take a look at experimental formats and tools that can structure processes and create space for interdisciplinary research.
by Annika Gödde | 2. October 2025
In this episode of CAISzeit, host Dr. Matthias Begenat talks with Pauline Heger about the “Pop-Up Citizen Lab” in Bochum. Together, they explore citizens’ direct experiences with green innovations and discuss how local participation formats can help shape decisions that affect people’s everyday lives and neighborhoods.
by Annika Gödde | 16. July 2025
Billions of pieces of content are published on social media every day – including hate speech, incitements to violence, and racist remarks. Dr. Matthias Begenat speaks with Anna Ricarda Luther, David Hartmann, and Prof. Hendrik Heuer about how such content is identified, moderated, and assessed with the help of artificial intelligence – and why some posts are taken down while others remain online.
by Annika Gödde | 18. June 2025
In this episode of CAISzeit, host Dr. Matthias Begenat speaks with Dr. Marco Wähner, postdoctoral researcher at CAIS, about the fascination, functions, and misconceptions surrounding the Darknet. Together, they take a scientifically grounded look at the hidden layers of the internet and explore the Darknet’s role in protecting freedom of speech, as well as its use in spreading conspiracy theories.
by Annika Gödde | 25. March 2025
Podcasts have long been an essential part of science communication. But what makes a science podcast successful? How can content be effectively and sustainably shared with the public? And which topics are particularly well-suited to this medium? In this episode of...