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University of Siegen celebrates Young Talent Day 2025

The University of Siegen recognizes outstanding academic achievements with scholarships and study awards.

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INCYTE launches in 2026

The University of Siegen is using the new high-tech research building on the Adolf Reichwein Campus and is preparing for the opening - which is planned for the spring.

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Das INCYTE-Forschungsgebäude der Universität Siegen
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Learning spaces with room for curiosity and appreciation

The Day of Learning Cultures at the University of Siegen provided significant impetus for the further development of studying and teaching. The event focused on innovative learning spaces that pave the way for the future of higher education, both physically and digitally.

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REGIONALE 2025: University project on AI assistance in production receives third star

Third star for the project "COPP: Co-Pilot in Production: Human-Machine Collaboration in Automated Production" - 2.16 million euros in funding from the state of NRW and the EU.

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University of Siegen involved in regional project for international specialists

The University of Siegen is a partner in the new joint project "Employer Forge South Westphalia PLUS - Global Connect". The aim is to develop structures and innovative approaches to attract skilled workers to South Westphalia and retain them in the long term.

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Regierungspräsident Heinrich Böckelühr (Mitte) übergab die Förderbescheide für das Projekt „Arbeitgeberschmiede Südwestfalen PLUS – Global connect“ an die sieben Partner-Organisationen des Gemeinschaftsprojekts.
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Barriers to voluntary work: Siegen professor visits the Bundestag

Bundestag hearing on the Fourth Civic Engagement Report: Prof. Dr. Chantal Munsch from the University of Siegen answered the MPs' questions. She made it clear that unequal access opportunities to volunteering jeopardize social participation.

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Technical malfunction at the university

The University of Siegen informs about a current technical malfunction.

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Dangerous bleeding: New 3D intestinal model to make causes visible

A research team at the University of Siegen led by biochemist Prof. Dr. Maria Brehm is developing a new type of intestinal model on a microchip. It should help to understand why people with a certain blood clotting disorder suffer from intestinal bleeding that is difficult to treat. Prof. Brehm has now received an award for her project.

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Laborsituation: „Füttern“ von Blutgefäßzellen in Kultur
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Virtually in the Buddhist temple

The Theological Seminary is developing digital tours through the sacred spaces of religions. A didactic preparation that can be used in schools and universities.

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Prof. Dr. Mirjam Zimmermann und Vivienne Adolphs.

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New "Siegen Junior Fellows" network

The University of Siegen is networking scholarship holders with a new program and strengthening exchange, knowledge transfer and career prospects for students.

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Volkacher Taler for Dr. Jana Mikota

The scientist from the University of Siegen receives the award for her expertise and commitment to children's and young adult literature.

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Iris Litty ist zur Kanzlerin der Universität Siegen gewählt

Iris Litty starts as the new chancellor

Iris Litty took office as Chancellor of the University of Siegen on October 1, 2025.

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Prof. Dr. Simon Forstmeier in an interview with the Siegener Zeitung

Psychology professor Simon Forstmeier from the University of Siegen has trained therapists in Israel to care for Holocaust victims.

Rektorin Stefanie Reese verabschiedet Prof. Erhard Schüttpelz in den Ruhestand.

Media studies at the University of Siegen

Erhard Schüttpelz, Professor of Media Theory at the University of Siegen, has been retired by Rector Prof. Dr. Stefanie Reese.

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Prof. Brunner takes over the Chair of Management Science

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Start of studies at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities

You can find everything you need to know about starting your studies here!

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Recognizing bison individually with AI

An innovative AI project has been launched at the University of Siegen: Scientists from four chairs want to work together with a software company to develop an app that can recognize bison individually with the help of AI.

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"Saturdays at 12" shows science - as exciting as a thriller!

The "Saturdays at 12" series for interested citizens starts the winter semester on October 25, 2025. This time, participants will experience a mysterious hunt for physical "ghost particles", jazz singing in the evening and a reinterpretation of the Peasants' War.

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Listening into the university

The working group of employees in technology and administration (AK MTV) functions as a collegial platform. Here you can help shape things and contribute ideas.

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Deutschlandstipendium - Apply now

The University of Siegen is once again awarding around 80 scholarships for a period of one year. Applications are now open.

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Reforms not at the expense of patients

Costs too high, great inequality, care too poor: The German healthcare system urgently needs to be reformed. Health scientist Prof. Dr. Claus Wendt from the University of Siegen warns in the current debate that reforms must not come at the expense of patients.