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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. Wastewater treatment plant in Jena-Zwätzen. The »ThWIC« consortium is committed to the sustainable use of water as a resource.
    Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)
    • Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
    • Research
    ThWIC draws a positive interim balance

    The »Thuringian Water Innovation Cluster« presents the results of the first project phase and sets the course for the coming funding period.
  2. Students follow a lecture (symbolic image).
    Image: Nicole Nerger (Universität Jena)
    • Studies and Teaching
    Innovative ideas for university teaching

    Four projects at the University of Jena are being honoured with a fellowship for innovations in digital university teaching.
  3. At the MINT Festival Jena, pupils can go on an exploration tour with VR glasses.
    Image: Mario Imiella
    • Event
    • Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
    Experience science up close for a week

    University of Jena invites you to the MINT Festival and the "Highlights of Physics" / Get your tickets now
  4. Researchers from the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology (Leibniz IPHT) and the University of Jena – shown here in a laboratory at the Abbe Center of Photonics on the Beutenberg Campus.
    Image: Sven Döring / Leibniz-IPHT
    • Light
    • International Affairs
    • Research
    • Studies and Teaching
    Jena Photonics is in Europe’s Top League

    EU Project PHORTIFY Strengthens Education and Research Across Europe
  5. Central sewage treatment plant in Jena-Zwätzen. The aim of the "MikroGraph" research project is to be able to directly record the concentration of pollutants in wastewater.
    Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)
    • Research
    • Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
    Kick-off for research project »MikroGraph«

    Thuringian research network develops novel sensor technology for monitoring micropollutants in wastewater
  6. Prof. Dr Julia Bechteler heads the new research group in Jena.
    Image: Dietmar Quandt
    • Research
    • Awards and Personnel
    First professorship for mosses in Germany

    Launch of the new research group »Bryophyte Ecology and Evolution« at the Senckenberg Institute of Plant Form and Function and the University of Jena
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Upcoming Events

  1. A person with doctoral hat is being threatened by a cloud of hostile symbols
    Graphic: Norbert Krause
    PAW 2025: Science hostility and Hate speech in Academia
    14 s.t. ·
    • Informational event

    Science hostility and hate speech against researchers, science communicators and research institutions have increased noticeably. This workshop offers insights into the topic, presents advice and support services offered by the national contact point Scicomm-Support.

    • online
    • barrier-free
    • Subject to registration
  2. Menschen sitzen sich am Tisch gegenüber, Raketen-Icon
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    Job Speed Dating
    15 s.t. ·
    • Informational event

    Online

    • online
    • barrier-free
    • Subject to registration
  3. Colourful squares representing the faculties fly around a coffee cup with a smiling smiley face.
    Collage: Sabine Müller
    WelcomeCafé at the International Centre
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    • Informational event

    Informations about study start for international students

    • presence
    • public
    • barrier-free
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Friedrich Schiller University Jena

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Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
07737 Jena