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Focus on resilience: University of Siegen hosts annual conference of Career Services

The University of Siegen hosted the 20th annual conference of the Career Service Network Germany (csnd) this year. Under the overarching theme of "Resilience", employees from all over Germany discussed current perspectives on their work at universities.

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Prof. Dr. Alexander Lenz hielt den Eröffnungsvortrag
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Uni Siegen becomes a beacon for intelligent sensor technology

The University of Siegen is significantly expanding its infrastructure for modern sensor technologies: With the WISENT pilot line, a state-of-the-art environment for the development of intelligent sensors is being created in the new INCYTE research building. The project has a total volume of 4.7 million euros.

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Das neue INCYTE Forschungsgebäude an der Universität Siegen
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The university announces young talent awards 2026

Apply now: This year, the University of Siegen is once again recognizing outstanding academic achievements by its graduates. Applications are now open and can be submitted until June 1.

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Uni Siegen involved in new DFG research group

The University of Siegen is participating in a new research group of the German Research Foundation (DFG). Under the title "Feasibilities of the Self", an interdisciplinary team is investigating how processes of self-formation have changed from antiquity to the present day.

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Prof. Dr. Reinhild Kreis von der Universität Siegen
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Malaria - traces of a disease

Malaria has shaped southern Italy for centuries. Two new research projects by Dr. Lene Faust and private lecturer Dr. Christian Franke are investigating how the disease continues to influence social structures today and what this could mean for other pandemics. The second is about the development of malaria drugs in Italy and Germany in the 1920s and 30s.

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Historische Karte zum Thema Malaria in Italien. Collage mit einer Stechmücke.
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New teaching laboratory strengthens engineering training in Siegen

The new electrical engineering teaching laboratory for networked automation systems has been opened at the University of Siegen. The rooms were extensively renovated and brought up to the latest technical standards at a cost of around 3 million euros.

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Das Lehrlabor hat eine neue technische Ausstattung bekommen.
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How comics retell the stories of people's fates under the nazis

Five fates from Siegen are the focus of the graphic novel "Bin Mensch nicht auch ich?". The pictures tell stories of persecution under National Socialism. Created from local memories and with academic support, the book opens up new approaches to the past, especially for young people.

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Enrollment at the University of Siegen possible until April 12

Prospective students can still enrol for numerous degree programs at the University of Siegen until April 12, 2026.

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Why Easter and Christmas are more than just days off

Children love holidays - but behind chocolate, lanterns and days off lies a system that has shaped our annual rhythm for centuries. This was the topic of the children's university at the University of Siegen.

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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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Das INCYTE-Forschungsgebäude der Universität Siegen
Research

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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Preisverleihung für LehrkräftePLUS. Dr. Schüssler hält die Urkunde in den Händen.

Price for teachersPLUS

The qualification program for refugee and immigrant teachers was successful in the "Good Ideas for Integration in the Labour Market 2025" competition. LehrkräftePLUS, which is offered at the Center for Teacher Training and Educational Research at the University of Siegen, is one of 50 projects that received an award from the jury.

Preisträger am Tag der Lernkulturen 2025
Teaching

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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Regierungspräsident Heinrich Böckelühr (Mitte) übergab die Förderbescheide für das Projekt „Arbeitgeberschmiede Südwestfalen PLUS – Global connect“ an die sieben Partner-Organisationen des Gemeinschaftsprojekts.

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.

Die vier Sachverständigen bei der Anhörung im Bundestag

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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Laborsituation: „Füttern“ von Blutgefäßzellen in Kultur
Research

Dangerous Bleeding: Innovative 3D Intestine Model to Shed Light on Disease Mechanisms

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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Eine Frau arbeitet im Homeoffice an einem Camputer

Review of the home office at the University of Siegen

The Human Resources Department of the University of Siegen invites all employees to take part in a survey on working from home.

Prof. Dr. Mirjam Zimmermann und Vivienne Adolphs.

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. Friederike Welter
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Prof. Dr. Friederike Welter once again on the SME Advisory Board

Important voice for SMEs: Dr. Friederike Welter, Professor at the University of Siegen and President of the IfM Bonn, is once again a member of Katherina Reiche's advisory committee to the Federal Ministry of Economics.

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Ein Student sitzt lernend an einem Schreibtisch, umgeben von Bücherregalen in der Uni-Bibliothek.
Study

New "free attempt regulation" at the University of Siegen applies from the current winter semester

Starting in the current winter semester 2025/26, students at the University of Siegen will be benefiting from a new "free attempt regulation". Failed examinations can now be deleted and repeated to a limited extent.