At the end of June, the Collaborative Research Centre 1270 ELAINE underwent an on-site evaluation conducted by the DFG. On the first day, researchers from all project areas presented the scientific achievements of the second funding period and outlined their future plans. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all contributors for their dedicated preparation and support. We would also like to thank the review panel and the representatives of the DFG Head Office for their time and commitment.