25th anniversary of the Max Planck Institutes for Biogeochemistry and for Chemical Ecology May 26, 2022 ![]() We are taking this as an occasion to take a look back at the most significant moments in our institute's history and to venture a look into the future at a joint ceremony on 1 June 2022. On 2 and 3 June, the MPI for Biogeochemistry will organise a scientific symposium highlighting the various aspects of Earth system research. A garden party will round off the event. 2 June 2022 | Symposium Day 1 9:30 - 17:00 Session 1: Long-term observations of change Session 2: Processes shaping biosphere-atmosphere interactions 3 June 2022 | Symposium Day 2 10:00 - 17:00 Session 3: From leaf to globe: understanding biosphere-atmosphere interactions with observations Session 4: Global Modelling and Feedbacks Poster presentation 4 June 2022 | Family Day We ask for your understanding that the ceremony with representatives from science, politics and society, staff and alumni of both institutes will take place in a closed setting. Event webpage Science Podcasts |