# Encounters with Alex

## TL;DR

This paper reflects on the personal and collaborative relationship with Alex Müller, highlighting human aspects and shared scientific interests, complementing previous work that focused on scientific collaboration.

## Contribution

It provides a personal perspective on scientific collaboration and human encounters with Alex Müller, enriching the understanding of their joint scientific journey.

## Key findings

- Highlights the human side of scientific collaboration.
- Connects personal encounters with scientific achievements.
- Provides insights into collaborative relationships in science.

## Abstract

In the 80th anniversary book for Alex M\"uller I wrote a story of our scientific collaboration, Shared Fascinations. This time I will be more personal, about the human side of our collaboration and encounters, while also referring to episodes mentioned in Shared Fascinations.

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Source: https://tomesphere.com/paper/1704.06470