MAGAZINE FOR EMPLOYEES 02.2023 | English Edition Doing the Math Quickly In Wilmington, a robot delivers results in no time at all. Customers appreciate this. PAGE 16 Cleaning Thoroughly Sterile cleaning repels bacteria and viruses. Our products help here. PAGE 20 SOLUTION-ORIENTED The Group is taking specific measures to stabilize its business for the future. The business units are intensifying their customer contact and positioning themselves as sustainable partners. PAGE 6

04 LANXESS Worldwide FOCUS 06 Solution-Oriented The situation is serious and we are all called upon to save money and find new ways to retain customers and increase the sales of our products. Some BUs are focusing on green products. 13 Countermeasures CEO Matthias Zachert explains which measures LANXESS is now taking and which targets he is pursuing with the “FORWARD!” action plan. PRODUCTS & QUALITY 16 Our Product Innovations Are Our Future The research and development center of BU MPP in Wilmington, USA, shows how a robot can become a valued colleague. 20 Surrounded by Germs LANXESS is very well represented at dentists’: find out in which products our expertise can be found. 22 Puzzles & Competitions / Lancer and Success 24 Quality Works Silvadur™ gets rid of odors. PEOPLE & TEAMWORK 14 Selfish Question Is a sustainable diet healthy? A qualified ecotrophologist answers your questions. 19 Teamwork How colleagues across BUs made an app more customer-friendly and promoted busi- ness in the process. 23 Column AI provides tips on how we can stay motivated despite the current situation. 02.2023 | Xpress 03 S S E X N A L / n e g ü m h c S o l l i h T , k c o t S e b o d A : t f e l e h t n o o t o h P e b o d A k c o t S : o t o h p r e v o C

THE MAQ OF 0.5 is a huge success for LANXESS (as of: May). This figure reflects the high level of occupational safety. For the whole of 2022, the value was 0.6. “This is world class in the industry,” praises CEO Matthias Zachert. THE JOURNEY CONTINUES UNSCATHED France. Outstanding performance: in February, the LANXESS site in Laval reported 2,000 days without any accidents at work resulting in lost days. Corinne Mandin, Managing Director of Theseo Laval: “This is not just a company achievement, it is a collec- tive achievement. Let’s continue to work together to create a safe working environment for everyone!” The safety culture has been in the DNA of Theseo France from the outset, and adherence to the Xact guidelines and principles was a matter of course. Theseo has long invested in regular training, frequently conducts workplace inspections, and has clear communication processes for incident reporting. OVERSTIMULATION LEADS TO BREAKUPS Worldwide. The grapevine moth, Lobesia botrana, is a real philanderer. It loves the females of its kind and is constantly trying to get close to them. The conse- quences of this, however, are troubling winegrowers. This is because the numer- ous offspring in the form of larvae attacks flowers and grapes, eats them, and makes them more suscep- tible to rotting due to gray mold. To prevent things from getting to that point in the first place, wine- growers are now follow- ing a kind of birth-control system. The Saltigo busi- ness unit manufactures the “contraceptive” – or active ingredient for the insect pheromone – on behalf of customers in Leverkusen – by the ton. It is a so-called “agricultural pheromone”: a highly efficient, selective and non-toxic compound that solves the pest prob- lem in an environmentally friendly way. However, the method is still a bit mean, because the substance chemically corresponds to the fe- male’s pheromones. That’s why Casanova thinks he’s safe in paradise at first: when used intensively, he will be able to smell will- ing females everywhere. But where are they? He can’t find the potential partners he thinks are behind the pheromone. Increasingly confused, he will end up alone with his desires. 02.2023 | Xpress 05

Our CEO Matthias Zachert warns: “The situation is coming to a head.” Demand has remained low, customers’ warehouses are full, and energy costs in Europe are high. The crisis in the chemical industry is also affecting LANXESS. But the compa- ny is taking action and implementing the new “FORWARD!” action plan. It includes short-term savings, medium-term structural changes as well as measures designed to stabilize LANXESS’ business in the long term and increase earnings. One way could also be to focus even more on sustainability and position the Group as a solution provider and partner for green change at an early stage. He did not embellish anything, but also spread cautious opti- mism. “We will overcome this crisis,” says Matthias Zachert in the quarterly report at the beginning of May. The facts are sobering. The con- struction and electrical industries – which have been guarantors of growth for years – are on the retreat. This, together with inflation, is leading to an extreme drop in demand. This affects the entire chemical industry. For Germany as a production site, there are also high energy costs on top of that. LANXESS’ earnings in the first quarter were correspondingly sobering. “We expect demand to pick up in the sec- ond half of the year at the earliest,” says Zachert. To summarize the situation, the order books are empty, the customer’s warehouses full. “Now we have to take countermeasures,” says Zachert, explain- ing the new FORWARD! action plan ini- tiated by the Board of Management. As a first and most urgent measure, saving costs has to continue to be if the result for the 2023 financial year is to remain within the forecast range. Structural ad- justments are needed: deficit companies are being put to the test. And by further specifying its business model, the Group is in a strong position on the market in the long term. Zachert is clearly moving toward specialty chemicals and wants to focus business even more strongly on them. “This is the only place where high- er profit margins can be achieved.” (See also interview on page 13). The Future of the Group Zachert believes in the future of the Group. However: “Now we have to keep it on track, and we can only achieve that together.” He takes two areas out of this statement: safety and sustainability. “We’re not going to save anywhere.” That “Taking countermea- sures with specific mea- sures and streamlining our business. That is how we can stabilize ourselves.” alone shows the importance of sustain- ability. Some business units want to take advantage of this right now. They are try- ing to make a name for themselves with their customers with green products. The market has a demand for these and, in ad- dition to the pure material composition of a product, is increasingly taking a critical view of how green the production or deliv- ery route is. Customers themselves usu- ally also have their own climate targets. This is where the business units come in and position themselves as solution pro- viders and partners at an early stage. This way, they want to secure a pioneering role in their respective market segments. 02.2023 | Xpress 07

In the current economic situation, one thing is crucial for Hüppeler: “With all these measures, we are securing a better market position among the competition.” Because with its green products, the BU enables some customers to significantly reduce their own carbon footprint with- in the supply chain. This is an argument for them to pay a “green surcharge.” For example, a major F&F customer buys an additive in such large quantities that the BU is their fifth-largest supplier of CO2. If F&F now delivers this additive with a 60 percent reduction in carbon footprint, the customer will thus significantly reduce their negative environmental footprint. This way, sustainability is becoming a business case and perhaps also an im- portant building block to emerge stronger from the crisis with a more differentiated product range. For BU F&F, the green alternatives offer the opportunity to strengthen its market position even more. Yet another advan- tage is that the BU has a large production located in Kalama, USA, and has ac- cess to a large market interested in fla- vor chemicals and preservatives. F&F is therefore not as badly affected by the cur- rent economic challenges as a BU that has its production focus in Europe, where it also suffers from high energy costs. Getting into Dialog Stephan Deutsch, head of the Polyols and Oxidation Products business line, POP, BU AII, and his team are taking a similar approach to F&F: “Green and sustainable products help us to get into dialog with customers, especially in the cur- rent challenging mar- ket environment. They positively set us apart from our competitors, streamline our profile, and are among the pi- oneers in the industry.” All five production facil- ities in Krefeld-Uerdin- gen have already been successfully certified by TÜV Nord IS- CC-Plus. As a result, BL now offers seven of its nine products under the LANXESS sustainability label Scopeblue®. The team is working intensively on the other two products. The aim is to offer all nine products in the portfolio under Scope- blue® over the course of the year. STEPHAN DEUTSCH “We already offer seven of our nine products as Scopeblue® products. Over the course of the year, the missing two are going to be added.” At the beginning of the process, a cross-functional BL team looked at all rel- evant aspects from the areas of market- ing, regulatory, supply, and production. The working group led by Supply Chain Manager Carsten Gomoll analyzed the three production sites – Baytown, Texas, USA, Krefeld-Uerdingen, and Liyang, Chi- na – along the processes that are at times energy-intensive, emission factors, and value chains. Among other things, the ex- perts addressed the key questions: How can we reduce our emissions even fast- er? How can we support our customers even more intensively in achieving their sustainability goals? How can we posi- tion ourselves even more effectively? The team is now gradually implementing the resulting measures. For example, the team for the maleic anhydride facility at the Baytown site de- 02.2023 | Xpress 09

through a photovoltaic system. “It came to around 30 percent of our annual elec- tricity consumption,” says Hüsgen. This corresponds to a reduction of 2,500 tons of CO2 per year. To achieve this, photovol- taics would have to be in- stalled on all the roofs of the warehouse and ad- ministration buildings as well as the unused floor areas. Hüsgen already has several offers from suppliers who would op- erate the whole thing at the site: “We expect to STEFAN HÜSGEN get started in the near future.” Top Latina Project “Latina is one of our flagship projects,” says Rolf Kettner. Together with his col- league Alexander Sonnenberg, Kettner, as head of General Services & Energy, GF GPL, is the chief energy buyer, to put it bluntly. “If we can generate and use renew- able energy locally, it is even cheaper than that from fossil sources,” they explain. In addition, Latina, with its high exposure to sunlight, produces a lot of energy during peak periods and feeds the surplus into the electricity grid. “For this purpose, we then receive certificates that we can have credit- ed to ensure that more than 50 percent of our electricity is carbon-neu- tral,” explains Kettner. This is where the mass balance method comes ROLF into play. Carbon-neu- KETTNER tral products also offer the opportunity to be better positioned in the market and possibly have higher profit margins when it comes to price. The top- ic of sustainability may even offer a way to work around the energy crisis. Sonnenberg and Kettner would prefer to implement projects such as those in Latina at all LANXESS sites. Energy costs would fall. This sounds tempting, especial- ly in times of incalculable electricity prices. In total, however, only five to ten other sites are eligible for such projects. In New Jer- sey, USA, three companies are gearing up to having photovoltaic systems installed. Kettner: “We are in the final phase of nego- tiations there and believe we can improve the conditions even further. Basically, we are in a good negotiating position here, as we provide the space. But the utility companies also sense good business and want to pay dearly for the service of sup- plying green electricity. In the end, it has to become cheaper than electricity from the grid.” In Kallo, Belgium, a wind turbine would have been turning its wings long ago if it had a rare bird of prey not been spotted on the site at the last minute. It now has to be relocated to the harbor. “And our wind turbine is already running in Jaghadia,” says Kettner. Energy ex- perts firmly believe that energy prices in Europe will rise again in winter. So why ar- en’t there even more sites that rely on the local production of renewable energy? “The problem is the long run times,” says Kettner. The operator of the energy plant wants LANXESS to set itself a minimum of ten years, whereas 15 years is more usual. That’s too long for many site man- agers. “Ultimately, specialty chemicals is our core business. Space at the sites is limited. Here we have to carefully weigh everything up and set the right priorities,” explains Kettner. “With three plants in New Jersey, we are in the gearing up to in- stalling photovoltaic systems.” How Can We Strengthen Cus- tomer Loyalty and Fulfill Their Wishes Even Faster? Anneliese Bischof, head of the Care business line, BU MPP, relied on close communication with her clients from the home and personal-care sector right from the start and especially during the current crisis. Intensive contact and close cooperation with global players such as consumer goods manufacturers Uni- lever, P&G, Colgate and KAO, a major Japanese manufacturer of personal-care products and cosmetics, are important. “These discussions help us to get a feel for the trends and requirements of the market,” says Bischof. The appointments are always attended by someone from the sales team together with someone from application technology. “This allows us to better identify the customer’s needs, clarify questions and offer the desired tailor-made solution,” explains Bischof. And that goes quickly: the robots in Wilmington and Leverkusen test a wide range of potential solutions in no time at all. “This speed sets us apart from our competitors and gives us an advan- tage,” says Bischof. ANNELIESE BISCHOF In addition to tailor-made formulations, Care’s clients also focus on sustainability. The requirements here vary: “Some want a truly 100-percent green product made from natural raw materials, while others want to reduce their carbon footprint per product. On the positive side, LANXESS is generally seen in industry as a sustain- able supplier and therefore as a preferred partner,” says Bischof. She sees great po- tential in the markets. The next customer appointment is already set: with consum- er goods manufacturer Henkel. They will be shown current development projects and the microbiological laboratory in Leverkusen. Becoming an indispensable partner for customers is the aim behind all of these efforts. An important building block on the way to achieving this goal can also be the Product Carbon Footprint Engine de- veloped jointly by the PTSE and IT group functions. After all, a certain question is becoming increasingly important for 02.2023 | Xpress 11

“We are creating a USP that saves time and money and at the same time strengthens customer loyalty.” and in accordance with current standards on the basis of the entire value chain,” says Denkena enthusiastically. “As the entire engine has been TÜV-certified, the calculated footprints are automatically certified,” adds Schröder. This transparency qualifies LANXESS as an important partner for its custom- ers: the Group helps them achieve their climate targets. “With our in-house tool, we have succeeded in catapulting our- selves to the top of the industry in terms of product carbon footprint within a very short period of time,” says Denkena. “We can see that our competitors are envious of this tool.” Denkena and Schröder still see a lot of potential in the engine – and are working with their team on new, even more detailed analysis and simulation possibilities. The energy and passion with which our colleagues are going about their work is impressive. “We work in a great indus- try and a great company,” says Zachert. “We’re involved in everything. We are globally positioned, have a leadership position in terms of market presence, and are well positioned and recognized in the field of sustainability. We help industries, are enablers and solution providers – and are now in crisis. But believe me, we will overcome that too – just as we have al- ready overcome so much together.” “This place is where my heart is,” adds Zachert. “I want to navigate through these difficult waters together with you.” In 2024/25, he wants to bring LANXESS back to the profitability that the company is capable of. From 2026, he sees LANX- ESS as an active player again participat- ing in the consolidation of the industry. “That’s my goal – and I’ll do everything together with you to achieve it.” “We now have to take countermeasures” Mr. Zachert, the results for the first quarter are, in your words, “dramatic.” Can you briefly explain the situation? Matthias Zachert: 2023 is expected to be a tough year for the chemical industry. Inflation is continuing to put pressure on the mood, and the construction and electrical industries are on the decline – even in China. Our customers’ warehouses are still full, so demand is low. These problems are also reflected in our figures: our sales volume has plummeted dramatically in some business units; for the Group as a whole, we are down 14 per- cent compared to the first quar- ter of 2022. At the same time, we are burdened by high costs, partly due to the still expensive energy prices. That’s why our operating result declined by 70 percent. How are you reacting to all this now? We need to take swift action. And that’s what we are doing with our FORWARD! action plan. It consists of three elements. Our emergency measures are intended to stabilize earnings for 2023. At the same time, we are still going to introduce structural improvements to permanently reduce costs, which are expect- ed to take effect from 2024. Another focus is on streamlining our business model. With our fo- cus on customer orientation and innovation, we want to take a further step toward the specialty business. This is where we see an opportunity for significantly higher profit margins. Are we going to get through the crisis? I am sure that the measures we are now taking will be effective. The positive thing is that we were able to maintain our prices despite everything and that our new businesses are already contributing to growth. We also hope that the markets will pick up again in the second half of the year as projected. If we all put the best interests of the Group first, I am convinced that we will overcome the crisis. So let’s tackle it together! 02.2023 | Xpress 13

SELFISH QUESTION: IS A SUSTAINABLE DIET ALSO HEALTHY? Today, Gretchen Faust would ask: What do you make of the menu? If he were a carnivore and only ate animal products and if she were vegan for moral and climate-related reasons, the following romance would end in drama. The topic has long since become a hot topic. But far removed from all individual beliefs: What is a healthy diet from a scientific point of view? And is it sustainable? large-scale Meat Consumption as a Subject of Dispute This is where the big waves are being made. How can livestock farming, animal welfare, and climate pro- tection be combined? Different approach- es collide. The fact is that meat is still a popular food. Germans eat about 60 kg of meat per year on average and are at a medium-high level compared to the rest of the world. Australians and Americans consume over 100 kg of meat each year. Statistically speaking, just one kilo of beef consumed by every German every week corresponds to the CO2 equivalent of an 87-kilometer car journey. A kilo of vegeta- bles, on the other hand, is only one kilo- meter, and a kilo of protein-rich lentils 7.5 kilometers. According to studies, the German Nutri- tion Society recommends 300 to 600 g of meat per week for a healthy diet. That’s about two meals. “This reduction is good for the climate and reduces our risk of diseases such as type II diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, or various types of colon cancer. At the same time, we absorb the nutrients found in meat such as iron, zinc, selenium, and B vitamins.” Too much meat hampers the immune system. Millions of bacteria live in the intestine, the so-called microbi- ome. Among other things, it is important for our immune defense. A high meat consumption is likely to cause potentially aggressive bacteria to multiply in the mi- crobiome, which can cause inflammation and, in the long term, colon cancer. In addition, according to a recent US study, a large amount of red meat in the intes- tine is said to lead to the formation of a molecule that has a negative effect on our blood clotting, which can lead to strokes and heart attacks. thumb: one milliliter of water per ki- localorie consumed. If you consume between 2,000 and 3,000 calories a day, you should drink two to three liters. On av- erage, we already consume about one li- ter of fluid a day with our meals: tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce have a high water content. This leaves only 1.5 to 2 liters. Recommendation of the Food Pyra- mid Three-quarters of our diet should con- sist of plant-based products. First and foremost are cereal products and pota- toes. These are starch products, carbo- hydrates, which have fallen somewhat into disrepute. According to Anja Jung, the body needs them for its metabolism and as a source of energy. In addition to vitamins and minerals, vegetables and fruit contain important phyto- chemicals which, according to many studies, prevent the development of can- cer. Protein can also be substituted with plant-based substances. Soy, for exam- ple, comes closest to animal protein. But nuts, lentils, kidney beans, black beans, and chickpeas are also sources of protein with a favorable CO2 profile. Fiber Is Especially Important. It is found in the shell of grain, for example, and is crushed in wholegrain products. It is also contained in fruit and vegetables. We can’t metabolize fiber. It swells up in the stomach, provides a feeling of fullness, and prevents the surge in blood sugar levels. It also ensures healthy gut flora, prevents inflammation of the bowel and diverticula, and extracts bile acid from the body, which would otherwise remain there and lead to an increase in cholester- ol levels. Dairy products are followed by meat toward the top of the pyramid, fol- lowed by oils and fats. Moderation is the order of the day here. The Constant Topic of Water How much water a day is enough? Anja Jung recommends the following rule of Tap water is one of the best controlled and monitored foods. There are no trans- port routes or packaging during consump- tion. Our cells need water for metabolism and stimulus transmission. Anyone who drinks soft drinks or sweet juices absorbs calories that need to be re-metabolized. Therefore, according to their definition, they do not count as beverages; coffee or tea do however. In the morning, we start the day with a fluid deficit of one liter. This amount has been used by the body during sleep. In addition, your metabolism is running flat out in the morning and requires more water than in the afternoon and evening. If you don’t drink until mid- day, you’ll hit an energy slump, because the blood thickens a little and circulates poorly. The result is that we feel tired, worn out, and unmotivated. A permanent fluid deficit leads to poor digestion, circulatory problems, and headaches. In extreme cas- es, it can even lead to kidney problems in the long run. OUR TIP: Anyone who drinks a large glass of water every hour during the morning and likes to flavor it with lemon, fresh fruit, or herbs will stay fit. Drinking two liters in one fell swoop is useless: the intestinal mucosa limits water absorption capacity to half a liter per hour. 02.2023 | Xpress 15

“OUR PRODUCT INNO VATIONS ARE Wilmington is one of BU MPP’s larg- est research and development cen- ters. How do you imagine your day- to-day work there? Ethan Solomon: Our chemists work on formulating new products, continuously improving existing products, and adapt- ing the portfolio to new applications. The biologists ensure that the products perform as expected in different sample matrices. For example, BU MPP offers biocides and preservatives for water, oil, paints, wall panels, personal-care prod- ucts, etc. These products have to be awarded certain approvals, which only apply to certain results. Our focus is on research and development. But some in the team have a dual role, partly working in the lab and partly supporting the sales team with technical marketing work with the customer. Do clients ask you to research spe- cific formulations? Solomon: Yes, of course. Since becom- ing part of LANXESS, the site has had more customer visits than ever before. The work in the laboratories is divided al- most equally between research projects – with the aim of generating new products or applications – and customer inquiries. Many of our scientists are also working on patent applications and conducting studies that are necessary for regulatory approval. Ziang Li: When it comes to customer projects, a technical solution has to be found as quickly as possible. Customers usually want a quick response. Some- times the customer has a clearly defined technical challenge for using our existing products, or customers have very specific wishes for how they want to use the prod- ucts. The technical team then carries out appropriate experiments: it reformulates the product, converts it to other active ingredients in our portfolio, changes the dosage, etc. Ultimately, it offers the cus- tomer a solution and hopes to increase our sales. Ethan Solomon has seen more customer visits since the site became part of LANX- ESS. The topic of sustainability plays a central role for Ziang Li from the field of applica- tion technology. And that’s where the AI-assisted ro- bot comes into play, right? Solomon: A few years ago, we invested heavily in laboratory automation to enable faster testing and research throughput. Several of our global labs have acquired unique robots to accelerate the microbi- ological investigation of viscous materials such as paints, coatings, and metalwork- ing fluids. Our robot plays a key role in our laboratory – without it, we would not be able to achieve such fast results, especial- ly for our customers. Li: It is a very intelligent and fully auto- matic testing robot that provides us with highly motivated support on a daily basis. It allows us to be able to test product sam- ples according to all industry-standard testing methods and in various formula- tions. This way, we can test and compare a wide range of biocide options relatively quickly, including existing biocides, differ- ent biocidal products, and new biocidal combinations. It helps our customers to reduce the cost of biocidal treatment while achieving optimum performance at the same time. Do you currently have a particularly exciting new product in the pipeline? Solomon: Yes, multifunctional products for the personal-care market, to be exact. These multifunctional fabrics are intended to increase the robustness of our preserva- tives and also improve the functionality of personal-care products at the same time. We had to screen a very large number of connections and were successful – we now have several new candidates. Li: That was very exciting. I myself over- saw the entire development process with a cross-functional team. It consisted of col- leagues from toxicology/regulation, manu- facturing and law/patent law (“intellectual property”). In total, we tested more than 300 connections. In the end, only two to three main candidates remained. These multifunctional lead molecules signifi- cantly reduce the amount of preservative required in the final formulation. We want to bring a patent-protected compound to the market, which protects us from our competitors. We hope to complete our work this year and then bring the product to market in good time. How does sustainability affect your work? Solomon: Sustainability plays a major role in our work – more than ever before. One project that illustrates our commit- ment to sustainability is the development of UltraPole NXT. Currently, telegraph poles around the world are treated with pentachlorophenol (PENTA). The agent prevents the poles from rotting so that they keep for longer. PENTA is highly effective, but unfortunately it develops long-lasting, environmentally harmful by-products in the soil. Our UltraPole NXT (DCOIT) does not lead to long-term environmental risks, increases the durability of the poles, and 02.2023 | Xpress 17

BUSINESS FIRST! Antje Beul (photo), Digital Market- ing Manager, Biocides business line, BU MPP, took this challenge to heart. Together with Rabea Bartjes and other BU colleagues, she created a cross-BU presentation for the Showpad sales app. Beul was representing the company at the European Coating Show in Nuremberg this year. The five business units IPG, MPP, PLA, URE, and F&F pre- sented themselves at a LANXESS booth. “In the past, it was always a bit challeng- ing when a customer asked about prod- ucts from other business units. You easily get out of your depth.” Now nobody has been left high and dry: one click in the app – sorted according to brand or indus- try – and the coworker can immediately show the customer the appropriate mar- keting materials on their tablet or send them by email. This conveys expertise to the customer, saves high printing and transport costs for printed materials, and makes post-trade-fair preparation easier for everyone. At the trade fair, the app was also offered to visitors to the stand on two iPad columns, where they were also able to find out about what the BU’s had on offer for themselves. The entire team received a lot of positive feedback. No customer at the stand was left with- out an answer – and the colleagues also “clicked outside the box with their tablets” and expanded their own knowledge. FUTURE JOY In view of the current crises, can we look forward to the future at all? “Yes!” says future expert Pero Mićić, “if we manage to overcome our innate short-sightedness and everyone around us works toward a positive vision of the future.” In his presentation at the “Digital Morning,” he explained how megatrends such as artificial intelligence, robotics, etc. can help us achieve this goal. 02.2023 | Xpress 19

Dive Deep For doctors, they are necessary tools – for patients, they are usually instruments of torture. In any case, howev- er, the curettes, periodontal probes, or forceps have to be free from pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, myco- bacteria, yeasts, and spores. This is reliably ensured by Rely+On PeraSafe™ from BU MPP: After ten minutes in the solution, everything is completely disinfected. The solution lasts 12 hours and can be used up to 20 times. Surfaces also have to be regularly disinfected, which is what MPP Rely+On® Virkon® is there for. The agent works effectively and quickly against hepatitis A, B, and C, HIV, MRSA, influenza A virus, E-coli (ESBL), Klebsi- ella pneumoniae (ESBL), coronavirus, and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) pathogens. A Radiant Smile The natural enemies of the Hollywood smile are nicotine and caffeine. Many people’s teeth are prone to discoloration nevertheless. Then only a whitening or the appropriate toothpaste will do the trick. Oxone™ from MPP supports the pastes as a cleaning or lightening component – and this is also works on prostheses. HAND LOTION Gentle Cleaning The acid mantle of medical professionals’ hands has to en- dure a lot. A mild wash lotion can help it recover. The active ingredient phenoxyethanol from MPP keeps the liquid vari- ants germ-free and preserves them perfectly. The lotions dissolved as soft foam in water are also suitable for patients. 02.2023 | Xpress 21

BETWEEN YOU AND ME CRISIS CHATTER with AI We no longer knew what to do: How should we stay motivated with all the bad news? We simply asked the artificial intelligence ChatGPT. It replied… You can read its evaluation and tips here. It is understandable that it can be difficult to stay motivated when we are in the midst of a crisis. Here are some tips to help you stay motivated: Stay in Touch with Others: Social isolation can make us feel lonely and unmotivated. Keep in touch with family, friends, and colleagues by making regular phone calls or video calls. Set Yourself Realistic Goals: Set small, achievable goals to motivate yourself and celebrate success. Even small successes can help improve your mood and make you more motivated. Take Care of Your Health: A healthy diet, regular exercise, and adequate sleep can help to increase your levels of energy and motivation. Focus on Solutions: Focus on things you can do instead of focus- ing on things that are beyond your control. Look for ways to find solutions and focus on the future. Take Breaks: Take regular breaks to recover and recharge. Do something you enjoy, such as reading a good book or having a hobby. Look for Support: If you feel overwhelmed, seek help from friends, family, or a therapist. It is important to process your feel- ings and seek help when needed. By focusing on these tips, you can improve your motivation and well-being during a crisis. AI answered our ques- tion startlingly well. Or do you disagree? Write to us! YOUR KNOWLEDGE FOR ALL We want to share the knowledge that LANXESS em- ployees possess. In this series, employees write infor- mally about their observations or experiences. Do you also have a story to tell? Or do you have a burning question that you would like to ask an expert? Then simply send us an email: xpress@lanxess.com 02.2023 | Xpress 23