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Cluster of Excellence 'Balance of the Microverse'
With 'Balance of the Microverse' the University is successfully contributing to Germany’s Excellence Strategy.
Three researchers are discussing in the laboratory, on the work surface there are several petri dishes and glass flasks with green algae.
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Friedrich Schiller University Jena

The University of Jena supports the »Weltoffenes Thüringen« initiative.

The University of Jena supports the »Weltoffenes Thüringen«External link initiative.

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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 the profile areas "Light. Life. Liberty.", which provide 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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Latest News

  1. Professor Dr Mario Fabri is the new Professor of Dermatology.
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    • Awards and Personnel
    A subject with many points of contact

    Prof Dr Mario Fabri is the new Professor of Dermatology at the University of Jena and Director of the Department of Dermatology at Jena University Hospital
  2. A young couple sitting on a bench.
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    • Research
    Frequent sex is a factor for high relationship satisfaction

    Psychologist at the University of Jena investigates the media phenomenon of "happy sexless couples"
  3. Professor of Aquatic Geomicrobiology at the University of Jena: Prof. Dr Kirsten Küsel.
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    • Light
    • Life
    • Awards and Personnel
    • Research
    Prof. Dr Kirsten Küsel appointed to the Leopoldina

    Microbiologist Prof Dr Kirsten Küsel has been admitted to the German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina—National Academy of Sciences.
  4. By endeavouring to provide the best working conditions for researchers at all career levels, the University of Jena is positioning itself as an attractive employer.
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    • Research
    The University of Jena offers excellent research environment

    European Commission honours Friedrich Schiller University with the "HR Excellence in Research Award"
  5. View of a panel of the new special exhibition.
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    • Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
    Studying before the fall of the Berlin Wall

    The exhibition "Movement and Standstill. The last year of study in the GDR" will be shown in the main building of Friedrich Schiller University Jena from 14 April to 20 May
  6. Communication in the wild: Hyenas observe the behaviour of a circling vulture to infer the possible presence of a nearby carcass.
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    • Life
    • Research
    ‚Internet of nature‘ helps researchers explore the web of life

    A new study highlights information exchange between species as essential for understanding ecosystem stability in an era of global change
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Upcoming Events

  1. Logo Together in Jena
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    Together in Jena: Visiting Botanical Garden Jena
    14:00 ·
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    We're going to visit the Botanical Garden Jena.

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  2. Dragon boat
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    On the Realm of Discourse of "Enjoying Oneself in the Illimitable" in Zhuangzi: A Study of the Dual Meaning Correlations between "Zhi" (卮) and "Yan" (言)
    10:15 ·
    • Vortrag/Vorlesung

    Lecture Series on Ancient Chinese Philosophy in Cooperation with Department of Philosophy at Nanjing Normal University

    • online
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  3. Bild zur Veröffentlichung der REFODAT
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    REFODAT Hands-on Workshop (English)
    14:00 ·
    • Seminar/Workshop

    Workshop on the use of the repository for research data in Thuringia (REFODAT)

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    • public
    • barrier-free
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  4. Außenansicht des Bibliothekshauptgebäudes
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    Library Induction ThULB in English
    15:00 ·
    • Informational event

    How do I use the library? Where do I find my books? How can I borrow media? and much more... Please register in advance.

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  5. Bild eines textes, der gerade mit einem rotem Maker korregiert wird
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    Basic Version Control with Git: A Beginner's Workshop
    9 s.t. ·
    • Seminar/Workshop

    Learn how to manage versions of your text files, as well as those you share with others.

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  6. Ornamentierte, runde Lampe im Ernst-Haeckel-Haus
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    Guided tour at the Ernst-Haeckel-Haus
    16:30 ·
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    Thursday, 8th May 2025, 4:30-5:30 p.m. (max. 12 persons)​

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Friedrich Schiller University Jena

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07737 Jena