11/08/2025
Unicorn Fund: Winner selected for excellence proposal
A mobile participation format prevails in the University’s Unicorn Fund initiative. UniWerk was selected as the winner from among 35 strong ideas. As part of Freiburg’s proposal in the Excellence Strategy, it could provide impetus for innovation and transformation across the University from 2027 on.
08/08/2025
Schwarzwälder Gründergeist: Strengthening start-ups through networking
Together with the Universities of Furtwangen and Offenburg, the University of Freiburg is establishing an innovation ecosystem for south-west Germany called Schwarzwälder Gründergeist (Black Forest Startup Spirit). The aim is to improve the start-up culture at universities and strengthen the region as a hub for start-ups.
07/08/2025
The principles of plant life
The DataPLANT consortium, led by the University of Freiburg, has been developing an infrastructure for the huge amounts of data used in modern plant research since 2020. The German Research Foundation (DFG) has now extended its funding for the project until 2028.
05/08/2025
Newly appointed: Prof. Dr. Marlene Walk
Prof. Dr. Marlene Walk has been Professor of Public and Nonprofit Management since June. In this interview, she talks about equal opportunities in academia, new research priorities, and difficult working conditions with American project partners.
04/08/2025
The international master’s degree programme “European Forestry” is set to receive additional funding
The University of Freiburg offers the programme in collaboration with six other European universities. The European Commission is providing €4.6 million in funding for the programme.
01/08/2025
Rector’s Annual Report 2024
The Rector’s Annual Report 2024 presents strategic decisions, innovative projects, and successes from all areas of the university in 2024. It is based on the core values of the university’s mission statement—quality, responsibility, and openness.
31/07/2025
Experience sustainability research through the Eucor MobiLab Roadshow
From 22 to 25 July 2025, the Eucor MobiLab Roadshow stopped at the Platz der Alten Synagoge (Old Synagogue Square) in Freiburg, giving citizens the opportunity to engage in dialogue on sustainability research through interactive activities.
The University of Freiburg publishes its leadership guidelines
The university-wide leadership guidelines are intended to contribute to a common understanding of leadership, promote respectful cooperation and strengthen the University’s future viability.
30/07/2025
In the fight against colorectal cancer – from the lab to a start-up
Supporting the treatment of colorectal cancer with precision drugs: this is the goal pursued by EMUNO Therapeutics GmbH, a start-up founded at the university by Dr. Emilia Neuwirt and Prof. Dr. Olaf Groß.
29/07/2025
German Thesis Award for Anna Billerbeck
The Körber Foundation honors the energy economist for her doctoral dissertation at the University of Freiburg. In her study, Billerbeck examines the climate impact of district heating networks.
23/07/2025
Construction of the Sustainability Center Freiburg (IZN) has begun
In the new building on the airport campus, the University of Freiburg and the five Fraunhofer Institutes in Freiburg will conduct joint research on sustainability issues.
18/07/2025
Welcome Prof. Dr. Rebekka Volk, Professor for Sustainability Assessment of Technical Systems
On 1 June 2025, Prof. Dr. Rebekka Volk was appointed to the Chair for Sustainability Assessment of Technical Systems. In this interview, she explains how her research contributes to sustainable solutions and reveals what she would like to explore in Freiburg.
17/07/2025
“Digitalisation pervades every area of life, from shopping to climate change”
Technology and media, ecology and the role of humans engaged the philosopher Günther Anders – and they now occupy Dr. Christian Dries, heads the Günther Anders research centre. In this interview he talks about digital ethics, the role of pictures, and apocalypticists in Silicon Valley.
16/07/2025
New Südwissen office strengthens academic training in Baden-Württemberg
Universities, industry and commerce will in future benefit even more from bundled expertise and new training formats. The Südwissen network is a cooperation of all 48 Baden-Württemberg state universities. The office is located at the University of Freiburg.
11/07/2025
Molecular arms race: How the genome defends itself against internal enemies
An international research team has deciphered a mechanism of evolutionary arms race in human cells. The findings provide insights into how mobile elements in DNA hijack cellular functions – and how cells can defend themselves against this in order to prevent conditions such as tumour formation or chronic inflammation.
10/07/2025
Erasmus Prize 2025 awarded
The University College Freiburg (UCF) of the University of Freiburg has awarded the 2025 ‘Erasmus Prize for the Liberal Arts and Sciences’ to the philosopher Nicolas Blaue and the English scholar Prof. Dr. Axel Bohmann.
09/07/2025
Racha Kirakosian receives the Doxumentale Non-Fiction Book Prize
Racha Kirakosian, Professor of Medieval German Studies at the University of Freiburg, was awarded the prize for best non-fiction book at the international documentary film and media festival Dokumentale for her work Berauscht der Sinne beraubt: Eine Geschichte der Ekstase (Intoxicated and Deprived: A History of Ecstasy).
08/07/2025
Cross of Merit on Ribbon for Friedhelm Beyersdorf
The Freiburg physician and emeritus university professor Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Friedhelm Beyersdorf was honoured for his outstanding achievements and commitment to the common good.
Petri Käpylä Awarded ERC Advanced Grant
PD Dr. Petri Käpylä from the Institute of Physics has received a grant worth 2.5 million euros from the European Research Council for his work at the Institute of Solar Physics (KIS). The project aims at developing a solar observation-inspired subgrid-scale model for obtaining realistic models of stars.
07/07/2025
Years of drought turn pine forest into source of CO₂
A new study conducted at the University of Freiburg shows that recurring years of heat and drought since 2018 have caused long-term damage to a pine forest in southwestern Germany. Over 60 percent of the pine trees have died, and deciduous trees are taking root, but it is insufficient to reclaim climate balance. The ecosystem now releases more CO₂ than it sequesters.
Michael Moseler has been awarded an ERC Advanced Grant
Prof. Dr. Michael Moseler from the Institute of Physics is receiving €2.5 million in funding for his work at the Fraunhofer Institute for Mechanics of Materials. Moseler is working on the research and development of a digital twin for lubricants in highly loaded frictional contacts. The aim is to achieve greater energy efficiency in machines, devices, and vehicles.
04/07/2025
Christian Streich Honoured with University Medal
At the award ceremony on July 4, Chancellor Christina Leib emphasized how Streich strengthened the values of the University of Freiburg’s mission statement: “In particular, Christian Streich’s stance on diversity, openness and tolerance as well as his clear position in defense of democracy and the rule of law should be emphasized.”
03/07/2025
Margarete von Wrangell Fellowship for Research on New Media in China
Dr. Jessica Imbach receives Margarete von Wrangell fellowship from the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Science
Results of the University Elections
30/06/2025
Gips Schüle Young Scientist Award goes to Dr. H. Ceren Ateş
In her doctoral thesis, engineer Dr H. Ceren Ateş developed a biosensor platform that can improve and personalise the use of antibiotics. She has now been awarded a Gips Schüle Research Award for her work.
Uniradio uniFM 88.4 Receives Permanent License
The University of Freiburg’s application for a permanent licence for the university radio station uniFM 88.4 has been approved by the Landesanstalt für Kommunikation Baden-Württemberg.
27/06/2025
The Path to Becoming a University of Excellence
The decision as to which German universities will earn the prestigious status of “University of Excellence” is the result of a long and thorough process. The University of Freiburg has now taken a significant step forward by officially declaring its intention to apply.
24/06/2025
Postdocs and doctoral candidates give University of Freiburg positive evaluation
How do doctoral candidates and postdocs at the University of Freiburg experience their academic qualification phase? What prospects do they see for their career – and where do they see room for improvement? The newly published results of the first central survey provide well-founded insights.
23/06/2025
“Attending university was extraordinary for me.”
In this interview, alumnus Christian Streich talks about why his path to the University of Freiburg was not obvious for him and what he believes universities need to do today. Streich receives the University Medal at the Alumni Day on 4 July.
20/06/2025
QS World University Rankings 2026: University of Freiburg in the ten best universities nationally
In the QS World University Rankings 2026 the University of Freiburg moves up internationally to 201st place from 212th last year. Nationally it confirmed its place in the Top 10.
18/06/2025
THE Impact Rankings 2025: University of Freiburg 2nd place nationally in overall ranking
The THE Impact Rankings measure the impact of universities in the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Internationally the University of Freiburg has moved up and is now in the range 201-300 (2024: 301-400) – nationally it ranks one place higher than last year.
16/06/2025
DFG funds Three Research Training Groups
The German Research Foundation (DFG) has approved funding for the establishment of two new research training groups and the extension of one existing research training group. This success promotes top-level research and the advancement of junior researchers in Freiburg in forest sciences, biochemistry, and mathematics.
12/06/2025
“If we want truly intelligent robots, improving the design of their bodies is essential.”
Thanks to artificial intelligence, robots can already perform many tasks that would otherwise require humans. In this interview, Edoardo Milana, a junior professor of soft machines, explains how improved design and innovative mechanics are broadening the range of applications for these machines.
Friends of the University of Freiburg celebrate their 100th anniversary
The Friends of the University of Freiburg im Breisgau Association is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Since its foundation, it has supported students at the University of Freiburg with scholarships, project funding and prizes for outstanding achievements, among other things. Guests are warmly welcome to attend the anniversary celebrations on 10 July 2025.
05/06/2025
Simon Elsässer named Alexander von Humboldt Professor
Biochemist Simon Elsässer will receive five years of funding to strengthen and expand the key research area “Signals of Life” at the University of Freiburg.
04/06/2024
‘Trump Couldn’t Care Less That He’s Obviously Lying’
‘Democracy in the Age of Disinformation’ is a conference hosted by the Chair of Political Philosophy, Theory, and History of Ideas that will be held at the University of Freiburg on Friday, 6 June 2025. In our interview, co-organizer Zlatko Valentić speaks about political interpretational spaces, solidarity, and ‘bullshit’.
03/06/2025
Why a heart attack can cause ventricular fibrillation
Disturbed protective mechanism makes heart susceptible to dangerous arrhythmias, as Freiburg heart researchers demonstrate. New therapeutic targets for sudden cardiac death discovered.
30/05/2025
New research alliance investigates resistance to treatment in colorectal cancer
DFG approves transregional collaborative research centre with participation of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Freiburg. Focus on tumour environment as a barrier to therapy. The alliance is led by Goethe University Frankfurt. Both the University of Freiburg and the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg are involved.
28/05/2025
The University of Freiburg at the Käpsele Innovation Festival 2025
On 26 June 2025, the Käpsele Innovation Festival invites scientists, founders and entrepreneurs to exchange ideas on topics such as new work, artificial intelligence, robotics and green technologies. The Faculty of Engineering at the University of Freiburg will also be in attendance.
26/05/2025
How forests can benefit our health
Forests always have a positive effect on human health, but how strong the effect is depends, among other things, on forest structure and biodiversity. This is shown by a study conducted by the international research project “Dr. Forest,” which was coordinated by the University of Freiburg.
22/05/2025
University of Freiburg Receives Two Clusters of Excellence
The German Research Foundation (DFG) will fund two University of Freiburg Clusters of Excellence starting on 1 January 2026. The existing Cluster of Excellence CIBSS will continue to receive funding. It will be joined by the new Cluster of Excellence Future Forests.
20/05/2025
Dies Universitatis: University medal for für Prof. Dr. Marco Prinz
At the Dies Universitatis, Rector Prof. Dr. Kerstin Krieglstein emphasised the University of Freiburg’s future in regards to the Excellence Strategy of the German federal and state governments as well as in view of global challenges. Prof. Dr. Marco Prinz received the University Medal for his outstanding contributions to the University.
New Robert Bosch Endowed Professorship strengthens sensor technology research at the University of Freiburg
Robert Bosch GmbH and its subsidiary Bosch Sensortec GmbH are funding the establishment of a new professorship for Sensor Systems Engineering at the Department of Microsystems Engineering (IMTEK) at the University of Freiburg.
Archive donation: The illustrated press from the GDR now almost complete at the University Library Freiburg
Dirk Schindelbeck is handing over the Kultur- und Werbegeschichtliches Archiv (KWAF – Freiburg Cultural and Advertising History Archive), which he established, to the University Library. In this interview, he talks about how the archive came into being, the research it has made possible, and his decision to donate it.
15/05/2025
Understanding why people go blind: new research into macular degeneration
New Emmy Noether group headed by Dr. Julian Wolf, member of the Medical Faculty at the University of Freiburg and research group leader at the Eye Center, University Medical Center Freiburg, is researching the causes of age-related macular degeneration
Together on the Path to Excellence
The University of Freiburg aspires to achieve University of Excellence status. The ongoing preparations for the proposal are supported by the active involvement of all University members. This participation underscores the collaborative nature of overall institutional development at the University of Freiburg.
14/05/2025
How a flexible protein domain links gene transcription and RNA processing
Dr. Tanja Bhuiyan and a team of researchers from the University of Freiburg discover a mechanism that offers new insight into the inner workings of gene regulation.
13/05/2025
“Diversity and equity are prerequisites for research excellence“
A statement by Prof. Dr. Sylvia Paletschek, Vice Rector for University Culture at the University of Freiburg. The recently published discussion paper by the Leopoldina calls for a reduction in bureaucracy in the academic system and presents activities in the areas of equity and diversity as mere secondary tasks that academic institutions should undertake voluntarily. The paper has led to nationwide concern and criticism among members of rectorates and presidencies dealing with equity and diversity.
12/05/2025
University of Freiburg Joins ‘University Network for Social Responsibility’
In January 2025, the University of Freiburg became a member of the ‘University Network for Social Responsibility’ (HBdV), which aims to foster partnerships between civic organizations and universities. Membership enables the University of Freiburg to expand community service and transfer activities among students, teachers, and university staff, thus strengthening science-, practice-, and transfer-oriented teaching.
09/05/2025
Strengthening international collaboration: The University of Ghana is named “enhanced partner” of the University of Freiburg
The University of Freiburg and the University of Ghana are strengthening their long-standing cooperation by agreeing to an enhanced partnership, renewing a memorandum of understanding, and signing a student exchange agreement. The University of Freiburg is the first individual German university to sign the Africa Charter.
08/05/2025
CHE Ranking 2025: University of Freiburg achieves numerous top scores
Students rate the organisation of their studies across multiple subjects very highly
07/05/2025
New career paths und working conditions in academia: The Tenure Track Principle
Plannable positions alongside the professorship, responsibility in leadership, diversity in the selection of personnel: The structural and cultural transformation of the academic system is a central issue for the University of Freiburg that also plays an important role in its strategic process. The Universities of Freiburg and Jena are holding the ‘2025 Tenure Track Conference’ on 15 and 16 May 2025 in Berlin to advance this issue on the political stage as well. The two universities formed the German ‘Tenure Track Network’ in 2020.
06/05/2025
Kick-off for new University Advisory Board
The University Advisory Board serves to connect the University of Freiburg with the city, region and society. Its members contribute their experience from a wide range of social areas to the University and support it in its tasks and goals. The members for the term ending in 2028 came together for their inaugural meeting on 5 May 2025.
05/05/2025
The Future of Academic Career Paths
Universities of Freiburg and Jena to hold national conference on tenure track principle
30/04/2025
Alumni Award for outstanding social involvement – call for nominations now open
Alumni Freiburg e.V. awards an annual prize of €2,000 to students or student groups who volunteer to improve study conditions at the University of Freiburg or who are involved in social organisations. Nominations can be submitted to the alumni representatives of the faculties or to the Alumni Freiburg e.V. office by 6 June 2025.
Eucor Olympics 2025
The Eucor Olympics 2025 invites students from the University of Freiburg to join students from France, Germany and Switzerland on 30 May 2025 for a day of sports, fun, team spirit and intercultural connection. The Olympics offer an opportunity to compete in sports, make new friends and experience the diversity of the five universities participating in the Eucor network.
‘From university to career’ – lecture series for students
How do you successfully enter professional life? The final phase before graduation presents students with completely new challenges. The lecture series ‘From University to Career’ addresses this topic from different perspectives and is open to students from all disciplines.
24/04/2025
Forest Dieback in Drinking Water Protection Areas: A Hidden Threat to Drinking Water Quality
Forest dieback in German drinking water protection areas has led to deteriorating drinking water quality, with average nitrate concentrations doubling in affected areas, shows a study led by the University of Freiburg.
22/04/2025
80 Years after the End of the War in Europe: How Stable Is the Postwar Order?
How stable is the world order that took shape after 1945 – and what will happen if its foundations crumble? In our interview, the Freiburg historian Jun.-Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Piller speaks about the fragile transatlantic relations and draws historical parallels between postwar periods. It is a discussion of shifts of power, emotional breaks – and the end of cherished certainties.
18/04/2025
Get involved instead of giving up: service learning
The Center for Key Qualifications (ZfS) at the University of Freiburg offers students from all subject areas the opportunity to combine their studies with civic engagement in the area of “Service Learning” (SL). This is now possible as a study project in your own subject with regional partners from the field or across different subjects.
17/04/2025
Welcome to the University of Freiburg: Dr. Simone Biondini, Junior Professor of Theoretical Physics
Dr. Simone Biondini was appointed Junior Professor of Theoretical Physics on April 1, 2025. In this interview, he talks about what particularly excites him about the universe, what topics keep him busy outside of research and what he is particularly looking forward to in Freiburg besides the sun and vineyards.
11/04/2025
Breakthrough Prize in Physics for Large-Scale Experiments Including University of Freiburg Researchers
This year’s Breakthrough Prize in Physics has been awarded to four particle physics experiments at the CERN research centre in Geneva. Several University of Freiburg research groups were and still are closely involved in the design and operation of these large-scale experiments at the LHC particle accelerator.
Racha Kirakosian receives “Momentum Funding” from the Volkswagen Foundation
Prof. Dr. Racha Kirakosian, Chair of German Medieval Studies at the University of Freiburg’s German Department has been awarded the Volkswagen Foundation‘s Momentum – Funding for Recently Tenured Professors. This offers her the opportunity to advance the content-related and strategic development of her professorship.
“We stand in solidarity with all scientists whose freedom to conduct research has been restricted”
The University of Freiburg has joined the statement of the German Science and Humanities Council (Wissenschaftsrat, WR) and the German Rectors’ Conference (Hochschulrektorenkonferenz, HRK) and expressed its solidarity with scientists and research institutions in the United States.
08/04/2025
Freiburg cancer researcher receives the German Cancer Award 2025
Melanie Börries, Professor of Medical Bioinformatics at the Medical Faculty of the University of Freiburg and Director of the Institute of Medical Bioinformatics and Systems Medicine at the Medical Center – University of Freiburg, is being honoured for her pioneering work in personalised cancer therapy.
Innovative Networking Opportunities for Early Career Researchers in Europe
With its new Hubs, EPICUR is establishing a virtual platform for networking and supporting master’s students and Early Career Researchers.
03/04/2025
Seed Money for Cross-Border Eucor Projects
University of Freiburg teachers and researchers have until 8 September to apply for seed money for their bi- or trinational project idea.
02/04/2025
Courses offered by the Centre for Key Qualifications (ZfS) in the 2025 summer semester
Taking responsibility and actively shaping diversity are the guiding principles behind the numerous events offered by the Centre for Key Qualifications (ZfS) in the new semester programme. The programme is aimed at all students at the University of Freiburg.
01/04/2025
“Freiraum” at 1,100 metres above sea level
The Foundation Innovation in Higher Education promotes student concept developments for the use of the University building on the Schauinsland.
31/03/2025
The University of Freiburg publishes its AI Policy for Research
The use of generative Artificial Intelligence in research offers numerous opportunities, but brings risks with it. Therefore, the University of Freiburg has published an AI policy for the use of generative Artificial Intelligence in research. It is also providing its staff with a list of usable AI tools that are data-protection-compliant.
Biomedical Research Uncovers the Mechanisms Behind Rare Genetic Diseases and offers hope for novel therapies
Researchers at the Cluster of Excellence CIBSS – Centre for Integrative Biological Signalling Studies at the University of Freiburg are investigating fundamental biological processes that are crucial for, among other things, the healthy development of the immune system and organs.
27/03/2025
The ‘ZuRecht’ research project publishes new research findings on diversity in the police force
An anthology from the research project “ZuRecht – – Die Polizei in der offenen Gesellschaft (The Police in an Open Society’) (2019-2024)”, led by the University of Freiburg, has been published.
26/03/2025
Signalling research: Innovation for medicine & plants
What do pathogens, plant roots, and immune cells have in common? Central biological processes often proceed according to similar processes – even in organisms that are widely dissimilar in evolutionary terms.
New application HAWKI allows all university members data-protection-compliant use of generative AI
The University of Freiburg is providing its members and associates with a new web application – HAWKI – that enables them data-protection-compliant access to generative AI models for administration, research, teaching and learning.
28/03/2025
‘Science and scientific freedom are essential to a strong liberal democracy.’
The University of Freiburg endorses the Joint Declaration by German Science Organizations and the German Federal Minister of Education and Research on Scientific Freedom.
24/03/2025
Tree diversity reduces heat peaks in forests
The more species-rich the forest, the cooler it remains during heat waves and the warmer during cold waves, shows a new study with participation from the University of Freiburg.
20/03/2025
EPICUR Hubs begins on 8 April 2025
The European university alliance EPICUR is opening the first round of EPICUR Hubs on 8 April 2025. The kick-off event will focus on the topic of ‘Sustainable Transformation’. Invited are master’s students, early-career researchers, University members, and representatives from industry, politics, civil society, and research.
19/03/2025
Robert Zeiser receives Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize
The German Research Foundation (DFG) will award Freiburg cancer researcher Robert Zeiser the Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize on 19 March 2025. The prize is regarded as Germany’s most important honour for research and is endowed with 2.5 million euros.
New Deep Learning Cluster for AI Research
The University of Freiburg is expanding its computing capacity for Machine Learning with the purchase of a new high-performance cluster. The large-scale device modernises and expands the existing infrastructure, thereby strengthening basic research in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
14/03/2025
Strengthening Digital Transformation in Teaching
The aim of the project 4D – 4 Dimensions of Digital and Didactic Development is to strengthen digital teaching and learning across various levels at the University of Freiburg. Since 2021 there have been sub-projects relating to different aspects of teaching – ranging from ILIAS developments through advanced training opportunities for students and teachers and even teaching and learning resources that are open to the public.
How Dieseased Trees Point the Way to Resilient Forests
In many places, forests have to cope with extreme weather conditions in order to survive. The tree pathologist Dr Kathrin Blumenstein is researching the microorganisms that weaken trees under different climatic conditions and thus disrupt the material cycle in the forest. The findings aim to help to make an optimal selection when planting new trees.
13/03/2025
Making the most of small data
Big Data, high performance computers, AI are topics that have received a lot of attention lately. But how do scientists address problems when the available amounts of data are small? Since October 2023, researchers in the Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) “Small Data” have been studying and developing methods for such small data applications.
QS Rankings: Five subjects ranked in the top five nationally
According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, the University of Freiburg is among the top five universities in Germany in five subjects. It is listed in a total of 34 subject rankings.
11/03/2025
A Retrospective on 150 Years of World Politics
Contemporary historian Prof. Dr Jan Eckel has been awarded the Volkswagen Foundation’s Opus Magnum grant for a book project on the history of international and transnational politics since the late 19th century. In an interview, he talks about his research interest and provides a first insight into the content of the work.
07/03/2025
A delegation from Cameroon commemorates ancestors at the University of Freiburg
A delegation from the Maka and Omvang communities in eastern Cameroon is paying tribute to their ancestors on a trip to Freiburg and Stuttgart. The remains of five of their ancestors have been stored in the anatomical collection at the University of Freiburg since 1907. This is the first delegation from Cameroon to visit their ancestors in a German collection.
06/03/2025
USA makes entry more difficult for non-binary and trans* people
University members should be aware of the revised rules for entry permits when planning trips to the USA. Non-binary and transgender people will be discriminated against in future.
05/03/2025
Political Panel Reveals Views after 2025 Parliamentary Elections
The University of Freiburg’s political panel survey provides information about views on foreign and security policy as well as coalition preferences after the 2025 German parliamentary elections.
04/03/2025
Diversity Audit Starts at University of Freiburg
‘Shaping diversity’ is the theme of a diversity audit conducted by the Stifterband that the University of Freiburg will undergo in the coming two and a half years. All members of the University can share their ideas on equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion.
03/03/2025
Mental health, grants, career coaching: advice for doctoral students
GraCe, the graduate centre at the University of Freiburg, is the central point of contact for doctoral students. In this interview, the team provides insights into the many forms of advice and support they offer, and explains why no one should feel inhibited about seeking help from them.
28/02/2025
Welcome! Dr Brian Moser, Junior Professor for Experimental Particle Physics
On 1 January 2025, Dr Brian Moser was appointed to the Junior Professorship for Experimental Particle Physics. In a short interview, he talks about what inspires him about particle physics, what he does outside of his research and which Baden specialities he is particularly looking forward to.
27/02/2025
The first female student in Germany enrolled at the University of Freiburg 125 years ago
The University of Freiburg recognizes Johanna Kappes’ outstanding importance as a pioneer for women in science.
26/02/2025
Generation Quantum: Eucor is setting up a comprehensive doctoral programme in quantum science
“Gen-Q” enables 51 young researchers to pursue a doctorate with an international, interdisciplinary and intersectoral focus. The University of Freiburg is involved in the programme collectively with its Eucor partners and the Universities of Amsterdam in the Netherlands and Poznań in Poland.
25/02/2025
Unicorn Fund: Inspiration for the University of Freiburg’s Future
Research and research management teams are invited to enrich the University of Freiburg’s proposal for the Universities of Excellence funding line with their ideas.
Tree diversity increases carbon sequestra
Forests planted with many different tree species have substantially higher aboveground carbon stocks and greater carbon fluxes than monocultures, shows an international study led by the University of Freiburg.
21/02/2025
Strengthening and Intensifying International Partnerships
Delegations of University leaders and researchers led by Rector Prof. Dr. Kerstin Krieglstein visited two close partners of the University of Freiburg: Nagoya University in Japan and the University of Adelaide in Australia. The focus was on more intensive cooperation in research as well as strategic further development at the universities.
19.02.2025
European learning: EPICUR offers interdisciplinary and intercultural learning activities for all
EPICUR, the European university alliance, offers students from its nine member universities innovative teaching and learning opportunities, including intensive courses, summer and winter schools and courses in a variety of face-to-face and online formats.
19/02/2025
Artificial Intelligence in the Judiciary
A new Daimler and Benz Foundation research network is studying the prospects of modern software technology in the legal system. Prof. Dr. Markus Langer from the University of Freiburg is collaborating on the project.
12/02/2025
Illegal Killing Poses Greatest Threat to Lynx
The survival probability of the lynx in Europe is determined more by human influences than by natural factors. This was demonstrated by an international team of researchers led by the University of Freiburg that analysed telemetry data of lynxes from throughout Europe.
11/02/2025
A Training program for Community-Supported Businesses in the Food Industry
In the KoWerk training program, local companies and initiatives spent ten weeks learning the foundations of community-supported entrepreneurship.
06/02/2025
Therapeutic online programmes for children, young people and parents
The Psychotherapy Centre of the University of Freiburg offers one-off online therapy sessions for children, adolescents and parents.
Seed Money: Eucor funds four cross-border research projects at the University of Freiburg
The trinational university alliance Eucor – The European Campus is once again providing its Seed Money funding for cross-border projects. A total of eight projects from the two funding streams, “Teaching”, and “Research, Innovation and Transfer”, have been approved, and four of them are led by Freiburg scientists.
05/02/2025
Exhibition at Uniseum Freiburg: ‘Bert Jäger through the Lens of Informalism’
The University of Freiburg’s museum is holding a special exhibition featuring works of the Freiburg painter and graphic artist Bert Jäger (1919–1998) as well as other representatives of informalism.
The University of Freiburg has started using the social media platform Bluesky
After the University’s withdrawal from the X platform, Bluesky and Mastodon will be further expanded as channels for University and scientific communications.
04/02/2025
New learning modules on artificial intelligence in “Basic Training in Information Security”
Newly developed e-learning courses cover the topics of artificial intelligence, malware and security protocols. They are part of the free “Basic Training in Information Security”, which is aimed at all students and employees of the University of Freiburg.
New e-mail addresses for students and doctoral students
Starting this summer semester (2025), all students and enrolled doctoral candidates at the University of Freiburg will be required to use a University email address for student matters. The activation of the UniMailboxes already began at the beginning of the winter semester and should be completed by 15 February 2025.
03/02/2025
The Student Service Center is being restructured
Clearer responsibilities, faster processing, specialised advice and information, and an overall better service – the restructuring offers students various advantages.
31/01/2025
WahlSwiper is now available for the 2025 federal election
WahlSwiper is made up of 38 questions on topics such as energy, migration, transport, economic and defence policy. Prof. Dr Uwe Wagschal from the Department of Political Science is the scientific director of the app project.
28/01/2025
New avenues in quantum research: supramolecular qubit candidates detected
The Franco-German research team, including members from the University of Freiburg, shows that supramolecular chemistry enables efficient spin communication through hydrogen bonds
800 guest danced at the 2025 University Ball
Eight hundred guests celebrated at the Gutmann dance school ballroom under the motto “Glamour of the 1920s”.
24/01/2025
Information security management at the University of Freiburg recertified by TÜV SÜD
The University of Freiburg has a reliable information security management system for operation of its resources in IT Services’ Machine Rooms I, II and III.
23/01/2025
THE World University Rankings by Subject 2025: The University of Freiburg among the top 100 worldwide twice
The ‘World University Rankings by Subject 2025’ published by the British magazine Times Higher Education (THE) ranks the University of Freiburg among the top ten universities in Germany in six subject groups. In the international comparison, it is ranked twice among the top 100 universities and three times in the 101 to 125 range.
15/01/2025
The University of Freiburg is leaving the social media platform X
The Mastodon and Bluesky news services are being expanded as channels for University and science communications.
Chemical industry fund promotes practical methodology and sustainability in the pharmaceutical sector
The Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences is offering a new methodology course presented by experts from the profession with the aim of giving students practical insights. The course has been made possible with funding from the German Chemical Industry Fund.
Protein protects biological nitrogen fixation from oxidative stress
A research team from the University of Freiburg led by biochemist Prof. Dr. Oliver Einsle has discovered how the “Shethna protein II” protects the nitrogen-binding enzyme nitrogenase from damage. The protein could help to make nitrogenase usable in biotechnology and thus reduce the amount of synthetic fertiliser used.
14/01/2025
Bioinspired weather-responsive adaptive shading
Pine cones as a model: Researchers at the universities of Freiburg and Stuttgart have developed a new, energy-autonomous facade system that adapts passively to the weather.
09/01/2025
New AI model TabPFN enables faster and more accurate predictions on small tabular data sets
A team led by Frank Hutter, Professor of Machine Learning at the University of Freiburg, has developed a new method that facilitates and improves predictions of tabular data, especially for small data sets with fewer than 10,000 data points.
Social and Economic Disparities Impact Wildfire Protection
Low-income communities in California are at a greater risk of suffering the consequences of wildfires – also because they are less well protected. This is the conclusion reached by an international research team at the University of Freiburg and Stanford University.
08/01/2025
Evolutionary biology: Ants can hold a grudge
A team led by evolutionary biologist Volker Nehring is investigating the extent to which ants learn from past experiences.
07/01/2025
Researchers have a better understanding of how our cells dispose of waste while developing ways to control it
A research team from Freiburg and Frankfurt has discovered how cells recognise and internally break down waste. The results are relevant for the development of therapies for diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
