Natural and Technical Sciences

This page provides information on gender-sensitive research in the natural sciences and engineering at the University of Jena.

A view of the amplifier stage of one of the world’s most powerful fully diode-pumped laser systems at Jena University

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A view of the amplifier stage of one of the world’s most powerful fully diode-pumped laser systems at Jena University
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Numerous funding bodies, such as the German Research Foundation (DFGExternal link) and European funding lines such as Horizon EuropeExternal link place particular emphasis on taking gender aspects in research into account. This term encompasses both equal opportunities in research projects and the consistent consideration of gender throughout the research cycle.

In its Statutes for Safeguarding Good Research Practicepdf, 349 kb, the University of Jena has stipulated that researchers must consider "whether and to what extent gender and diversity dimensions may be significant for the research project" (Section 8, paragraph 3).

On its website, the DFG provides information on the relevance of sex/gender and diversity in researchExternal link, offers further subject-specific examples for guidance, and makes a checklistExternal link available to applicants.

The Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) regularly organises informative workshops on the topic of "Gender Dimension in Research"External link.

From an international perspective, the "Gendered Innovations"External link initiative at Stanford University (USA) is particularly relevant. Here you will find not only guidance on fundamental concepts and methods, but also a wide range of examples and case studies from a variety of research areas.

Examples from research

  1. Sex and Gender in Research

    Research on gender and sex is being made more visible and promoted as part of the 'Gender in Focus' project.

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    Image: Anna Schroll

  2. What happens in the brain during mental exercise?

    Go experiment at the University of Jena from 18 to 23 April will be broadcast on the Internet—including live commentary on the game and brain activity

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    Go game board with black and white pieces. Go is considered one of the most complex strategy games of all.
    Image: Anne Günther (University of Jena)

  3. The gender view of AI

    Computer scientists in Jena analyse AI models for recognising facial expressions

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    Facial Expressions
    Image: AdobeStock
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Research topics covered in the podcast

Research on an equal footing. Why we all need to get involved

placeholder image — Anita Thaler bei der Podcast-Aufnahme

Anita Thaler holds a PhD in science and technology studies and works at the Interdisciplinary Research Center for Technology, Work and Culture in Graz. We talk to Anita about why diversity must be taken into account right from the research process onwards, and why developing knowledge collaboratively yields more sustainable results. (in German)

Image/Audio: Gender in Focus

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Holger Cartarius, University Professor Dr

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