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The focus of our research is on current topics in the fields of solid state physics, quantum optics and particle physics. In our working groups, 22 professors work together with students and scientists to research current issues from experiment and theory. Numerous international collaborations underline the high visibility of our research.

The close cooperation between the student council and the university guarantees excellent support for our students and a high quality of teaching. The excellent relationship between lecturers and students enables us to provide individual support. Thanks to the close integration of teaching and research, our students can gain an early insight into current research projects in the various working groups. We offer special lecture series for interested pupils.

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Michelle Dargasz (Erstautorin der Studie, rechts) und Nimmi Das Anthuparambil (Zweitautorin, links) am „Materials Imaging and Dynamics“ (MID)-Instrument des European XFEL, wo die Experimente durchgeführt wurden.

Research

07.08.2026

More Than Just Viscous: Researchers Study the Movement of Proteins

A study conducted at the European XFEL international research facility has yielded new insights into the movement of proteins in cell-like environments. The findings have now been published in the journal *Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences*. The first author is Michelle Dargasz, a doctoral student at the University of Siegen.

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Research

31.07.2026

University of Siegen Develops Key Technology for the Einstein Telescope

Physicists at the University of Siegen are involved in preparations for the construction of the Einstein Telescope. This major European experiment is designed to study the formation of black holes, the structure of neutron stars, and the nature of the universe after the Big Bang.

Faculty IV's 2026 Annual Celebration