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Spotlight: Meet our new professors!

They share exciting insights into their research, reveal what students can look forward to in their courses – and talk about what inspires them beyond the classroom.

Das Uni-Gebäude auf dem Campus Adolf-Reichwein-Straße bei Sonnenuntergang mit umliegender Landschaft und Hügeln im Hintergrund
Portrait von Prof. Dr. Jasmin Grosinger

My professorship is titled: 
Communication Engineering (Faculty IV)

This is what my research is about:
My research focuses on energy-efficient and sustainable wireless communication. We develop new methods and systems for reliable information transfer and energy-autonomous operation of devices – from batteryless sensors to highly integrated wireless solutions for the Internet of Things.

That’s what fascinates me most about my field of research:
I am fascinated that in communication engineering we can develop creative ideas and, of course within the limits of physics, turn them into functional prototypes. It is rewarding to see ...

Portrait von Prof. Nicole Milman-Dörr

My professorship is called:
Sociology with a Focus on Qualitative Methods of Empirical Data Analysis and Research on Migration

This is what my research is about:
My research examines political participation and social integration among diverse groups of citizens and migrants, including labor migrants in the United States and asylum-seeking women and refugees in Europe, within the context of transnational mobility, humanitarian crises, civil society solidarity, and local democracy.

Portrait von Prof. Dr. Dr. Sascha Kraus

My professorship is called:
Family Business & Entrepreneurial Orientation (Faculty III)

This is what my research is about:
I mainly conduct empirical research on how entrepreneurial thinking and behavior – known as Entrepreneurial Orientation – can strengthen organizations in times of change. I focus on innovation, proactiveness, and risk-taking, as well as the impact of digital transformation on business strategies across companies of all sizes and ages.

That’s what fascinates me most about my field of research:
I am fascinated by how organizations operate under uncertainty - and how entrepreneurial mindsets help to actively shape digital and structural change.

I chose to come to the University of Siegen because: 
Siegen is my academic home. I completed my business studies here over twenty years ago, laying the foundation for my career. Now, I’m excited to ...

Portrait von Prof. Dr. Giovanni Cerchiari

My professorship is titled:
Atoms and Light (Faculty IV)

This is what my research is about:
My team and I investigate new applications for quantum physics with single atoms and “antimatter”, which is the “counterpart” of matter that can be artificially synthetized and controlled in particle accelerators. Our challenging objective is to make individual atoms invisible by controlling their light emission; and the study of new technologies based on antimatter. These are thrilling new investigations in quantum and atomic physics that connect us with a vibrant international network of collaborators all around Europe.

That’s what fascinates me most about my field of research:
I find it fascinating to control the fundamental properties of nature’s building blocks, such as atoms and light. Our aspiration is ...

Portrait von Prof. Dr. Okyay Altay

My professorship is: 
Structural Analysis (Faculty IV)

This is what my research is about: 
As an engineering discipline, structural analysis combines mathematical and mechanical concepts with the design aspects of civil engineering. Our research focuses on the development of innovative methods used for modeling and computer-aided simulation of various materials and structures. These methods are of crucial importance for ensuring the stability and serviceability of structures.

This is what particularly fascinates me about my field of research: 
I am particularly interested in ...