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Breakthroughs begin with Curiosity

CLOSING THE GAP BETWEEN TODAY AND TOMORROW

We believe that curiosity is the driving force behind human progress and development. And while the future poses many challenges and uncertainties, we're convinced that curiosity can help mankind navigate its unchartered terrain with confidence and optimism. Discover more about the four dimensions of curiosity and how leaving your comfort zone from time to time can provide answers to questions that have yet to be asked!

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Curious Minds

Biologist Inés Dawson meets curious minds from the world of science and technology to discuss the four dimensions of curiosity.

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The Curiosity Test

How curious are you?

Take our five-minute test and find out.

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Curious Elements

Discover train the individual elements of your curiosity

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State of Curiosity

In 2015, we worked with curiosity experts to conduct a survey measuring the levels of curiosity among US workers - and the support offered by their employers. In 2016, we added results from workers in Germany and China to get a more global picture of the state of curiosity.

Report Summary

Take a closer look at curiosity scores of workers in China, Germany, and the United States.

Interactive Infographic

Take a 5-minute journey to discover some of the findings from the 2016 State of Curiosity Report.

Full Curiosity Report

Read and download the full report from 2016.

Methodology

Discover the science behind our curiosity report.

Ingredients of curiosity

What's our curiosity made of?

Curiosity Code

Can your curiosity go the distance?

Caught in a loop?

Conquer routine with curiosity

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DEVELOPING DISPLAYS: ACQUISITIONS FOR THE FUTURE

Display needs are ever-changing, and manufacturers must adapt to brighten colors, use less energy, and add 3D options. Merck supplies innovation-enabling materials and acquires groundbreaking companies, too.

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An Edge on the Market

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Personalized medicine: fighting cancer with precision medicine

Patients with advanced colorectal cancer may benefit from an antibody therapy. In those cases, personalized medicine, or targeted therapy using biomarkers, is the key to optimal therapeutic outcomes.