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Focuses on computational sciences, AI, data modeling, and simulations, emphasizing technological development and interdisciplinary applications.

Dedicated to biology, health sciences, and medical research, this category highlights advancements in understanding life processes and improving healthcare.

Covers disciplines such as philosophy, history, literature, and cultural studies, encouraging critical thinking about human experience and expression. Includes research in psychology, sociology, political science, economics, and legal studies, addressing societal structures, behavior, and governance.

Explores creative visual expression, including fine arts, urban planning, and design innovation, often integrating theory and practice.

Covers music, theater, dance, and performance studies, showcasing both artistic practice and theoretical perspectives.

He is a hematologist, oncologist and professor at the University Medical Center, Department of Oncology and Hematology in Freiburg, Germany. Amongst others, Roland is known for his scientific work in the fields of hematology, oncology, and stem cell transplantation. He started his career as a medical student at the Universities of Göttingen and Hamburg, Germany and the King’s College School of Medicine London, UK. After his graduation at the University of Hamburg, he mainly contributed to the isolation of the blood stimulating growth factor G-SCF during a fellowship in Hematology and Clinical Oncology at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer New York, NY, USA. In 1985, he became professor and head of the Department for Hematology and Oncology at the University of Mainz, Germany, and since 1989 at the University of Freiburg, Germany.

He is also Chair of the International Academy of Science, Humanities, and Arts (IASHA e.V.), a non-profit association. He is a pathologist, psychologist, and professor at the Medical Faculty, University of Kiel, Germany. He graduated at the University of Hamburg, Germany. At the Department of Pathology at the University of Kiel and at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA, he focused his research on the aging of the immune system. In 1985, he joined Boehringer Ingelheim, Germany and held management positions in Research and Development, International Project Management, Pharmacovigilance, and Drug Clinical Research in the Oncology, Immunology, and Virology therapeutic areas.

Felicitas is co-founder of JOSHA. She studied economics and philosophy in Munich, Germany and graduated in Biomedical Sciences after joining a bi-national Program (International Master in Biomedical Sciences) between Freiburg, Germany and Buenos Aires, Argentina. She focused on a Master Program in Philosophy of Science at the University of Cambridge, UK, on literature and topics in bioethics. She obtained her PhD in Philosophy from Sorbonne University, France, and is currently affiliated with the Bioethics Program and WHO Collaborating Center at FLACSO Argentina as well as with the US-based non-governmental organization Incentives for Global Health.

Sascha is co-founder of JOSHA. He is also founder and CEO of two software companies that develop and distribute innovative technologies for the mobile internet and collect and analyze data. After graduating at the University of Osnabrück, Germany, he worked several years as a scientific assistant and obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Freiburg. Germany. His thesis focused on deep reinforcement based on visual perception. His scientific interest lies in the field of machine learning regarding both, research, and implementation. After successfully attending several times the RoboCup (Robot Soccer) and developing Massively Multiplayer Online Games, he currently focuses on the development of analyzing tools for big data.

Stephan is co-founder of JOSHA. After working as a music dealer in Basel and Zürich, Switzerland, Stephan studied classical archaeology, archaeology of the Roman provinces, and ancient history at the University of Freiburg, Germany. For two years, he worked at the Rheinisches Landesmuseum in Trier, Germany. He obtained his Ph.D. with a thesis focused on Roman villa settlements in the region of Trier, Germany. Stephan’s scientific interests are classics, history of art and music. He works as an event manager and communication referent.

Cinthya serves as Editor-in-Chief of JOSHA. She is a psychologist graduated from the University of Amazonia (UNAMA), Brazil, with additional cross-cultural studies at the Evangelische Hochschule Freiburg, Germany. She is currently specializing in Clinical Behavior Analysis at the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR), and has completed training in Behavior Analysis, Human Resources, Legal Psychology, Suicidology, Psycho and organizational diagnosis, Neuropsychology, among other areas. Her main areas of interest include intersectionality, resilience, and human behavior from a transcultural perspective.

Sara holds a B.A. in History from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, with a focus on Ancient History and the History of Gender Relations and Women. She has participated in several archaeological excavations held by both the Universidad Complutense de Madrid and the Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest. During her undergraduate studies, she also served as the lead representative of the Literature and Philosophy Student Learning Circle at Colegio Mayor Universitario Chaminade. She is currently pursuing an M.A. in Classical Studies at the University of Freiburg, specializing in identity formation processes and the history of women in Ancient Greece. In addition to her academic activities, she works as an Editorial Assistant for the Journal of Science, Humanities and Arts.

Rohita holds a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Microbiology from the University of Mumbai, India, and is currently pursuing another Master’s in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on microfluidics-based cancer research with the binational IMBS program at the University of Freiburg. After working for a few years as a Senior Copyeditor in academic publishing, she returned to research, combining a strong foundation in life sciences with a passion for scientific communication. She is currently completing her thesis on microfluidic optimization for live-cell imaging and works as an Editorial Assistant at JOSHA. Her interests lie at the intersection of cancer biology, emerging biomedical technologies, and science communication, with a deep commitment to making complex research accessible across disciplines and cultures.

María has finished her Bachelor as a Redactor at the Institute Eduardo Mallea in which she specializes as a professional writer, able to produce any kind of typing that it’s necessary (from official documents to scripts, screenplays, literature and else). Her thesis was focused on ‘The CLAMP multiverse: a construction over time’. Additionally, she’s currently studying to become an Editor at the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters of Universidad de Buenos Aires. On the side, she is working on her personal project ‘El talento’ an album book for children and young adults. Currently, she contributes as an intern at JOSHA.