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Friedrich Schiller University Jena

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Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a dynamic and innovation-driven university centrally located in Germany. With a broad range of disciplines, it shapes the future through excellent research and teaching. Its scientific excellence is reflected in its profile »Light. Life. Liberty.«, which provides pioneering insights and sustainable solutions for the society of tomorrow. Through close collaborations with leading research institutions, innovative companies, and renowned cultural organizations, it advances interdisciplinary developments. With around 17,000 students and approximately 10,000 employees, it defines Jena as a vibrant, internationally connected city of science and innovation.

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Studying in Jena: the right decision

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  • Variety

    Discover our range of more than 200 study programmes.

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  • Good reasons

    Why Jena is the right choice

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  • Counselling

    Our informatiom services before your studies

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Latest News

  1. Gaze into eyes—without recognizing

    A medical informatics team at Jena University Hospital has introduced a privacy-compliant method for the AI-driven generation of realistic eye images

    • Research
    Sebastian Uschmann and Prof. Cord Spreckelsen (from left) introduced a privacy-compliant method for the AI-driven generation of realistic eye images.
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  2. jETZT: Jena tests new models for future research collaboration

    The University of Jena, the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF, the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology, the Helmholtz Institute Jena and the Free State of Thuringia are exploring new forms of collaboration.

    • Light
    • Excellence
    • Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
    • Research
    View of Jena, a major research and innovation hub in central Germany.
    Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)

  6. High-quality vocational training

    The East Thuringia Craft Chamber has recognised the Friedrich Schiller University of Jena as ‘exemplary training organisation’.

    • Awards and Personnel
    Nick Wartenberg, Training Co-ordinator; Dominik Obst, Designated Training Supervisor for Carpentry; Jacob Linde, Head of Trade; Tobias Geissler, Chief Master of the East Thuringia Electricians’ Guild; Katja König, Deputy Chief Executive of the East Thuringia Chamber of Skilled Trades; Moritz Badel, Head of Human Resources at Friedrich Schiller University, Jena; and Elfi Dorna, Head of the Human Resources Development Department (from left) at the presentation of the certificate recognising the organisation as an ‘Vorbildlicher Ausbildungsbetrieb’ (Exemplary Training Organisation) in the Botanical Garden of Friedrich Schiller University Jena.
    Image: Nicole Nerger (University of Jena)
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Upcoming Events

  1. Symposium Sensors and AI for Surgery

    12:00 ·
    • Conference

    Event by SensX Sensorized Surgery Research Group

    • presence
    • public
    • barrier-free
    • Subject to registration
    Rosensäle in Jena at Fürstengraben 27
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  4. Volunteerism Day Thuringia

    9:00 ·
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    Thuringia celebrates Volunteerism – celebrate with us!

    • presence
    • public
    • Subject to registration
    Volunteerism connects
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  6. Organic Battery Days 2026

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    • Conference

    Organic Battery Days 2026, the only international conference in the emerging field of Organic Batteries.

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    • public
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