Annette Schavan
German theologian and politician
Born
June 10th, 1955
70 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Served as a member of the German Bundestag from 1994 to 2014. Held the position of Federal Minister for Education and Research from 2005 to 2013. Contributed to the legislative process in higher education and research policy. Played a significant role in international scientific cooperation.
Served as Federal Minister for Education
Member of the German Bundestag
Promoted international scientific cooperation
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