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New TU Dortmund University Initiative Focuses on India

With “India Gateway”, TU Dortmund University aims to create a framework for long-term partnerships with Indian universities. In mid-January, Professor Manfred Bayer, President of TU Dortmund University, presented the initiative at the German Embassy in New Delhi, India’s capital city. The aim is to foster research collaboration, encourage Indian students to pursue a Master’s degree at TU Dortmund University and give domestic students in Germany a better understanding of India as a global economic partner.

News from the University of Cologne

University of Cologne: 16 Million Euros Funding for Two Collaborative Research Centres

The Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1310 ‘Predictability in Evolution’ and the CRC/Transregio 228 ‘Future Rural Africa’ will both receive follow-up funding from the German Research Foundation for the next four years.

News from Heidelberg University

Scholarships for Study + Summer School at Heidelberg University

Heidelberg University Association is pleased to announce a call for applications for the 2026 HAUS Scholarships at Heidelberg University! Scholarships are available for study at the Bachelor’s or Master’s level in 2026/27 and for the International Summer School of German Language and Culture in August 2026.

News from UA Ruhr

Future Energy Materials and Systems: Research Center Accelerates into Action

A Flying Start: At the Research Center Future Energy Materials and Systems of the University Alliance Ruhr, the materials of our energy future are being explored.

News from the University of Cologne

University of Cologne: Six Scientists Among the Most Highly Cited Researchers Worldwide

Global research excellence, recognized: The newly released Highly Cited Researchers ranking names six scholars from the University of Cologne among the world’s most influential scientists.

News from Heidelberg University

Eleventh Nature Marsilius Visiting Professorship: Vanessa Vu

In a world gripped by war and crisis, uncertainty is on the rise, with many looking to science for guidance. How scientists can contribute to public opinion-forming in times of global crises is the central theme of the current Nature Marsilius Visiting Professorship for Science Communication, which Vanessa Vu will hold in the 2025/2026 winter semester.

News from the University of Cologne

University of Cologne: ERC Synergy Grant of over 10 Million Euros for Research on Viral Mutations and Immune Response

In a joint project with the U.S. and France, two University of Cologne scientists are investigating mutations of viral pathogens in connection with the immune response. The European Research Council awards Synergy Grants to interdisciplinary groups of two to four excellent researchers.