Three researchers are discussing in the laboratory, on the work surface there are several petri dishes and glass flasks with green algae.
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 long-standing and research-oriented university offering a broad range of subjects. Its cutting-edge research focuses on three profile areas: Light – Life – Liberty. The University also boasts a dense collaborative network including external research institutions, research-driven companies, and renown cultural institutions. With almost 18,000 students and more than 8,600 employees, the University significantly shapes the character of Jena as a cosmopolitan and forward-thinking city.

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Latest News

  1. Presentation of tutorials shown on the new e-learning platform KIDS4ALLL.
    Image: Anne Günther (University of Jena)
    • International Affairs
    • Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
    Buddies learn with and from each other

    Communication experts at the University of Jena launch international e-learning platform today
  2. Spectroscopic setup for analysing light interactions such as absorption and reflection.
    Image: Sven Döring/ Leibniz-IPHT
    • Light
    • Research
    Fundamental Knowledge for Sustainable Energy

    Researchers Unveil New Ways to Control Light Absorption with Iron Compounds
  3. Prof. Stefanie Middendorf
    Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)
    • Liberty
    • Research
    • Awards and Personnel
    Jena expert in Oxford

    Contemporary historian at Friedrich Schiller University Jena receives fellowship and Gerda Henkel visiting professorship for research stays in England
  4. Prof. Dr Janine George receives research funding of 1.5 million euros for her ‘Multibondes’ project.
    Image: BAM
    • Light
    • Research
    • Awards and Personnel
    Developing customized materials for the energy transition

    Materials computer scientist Prof. Dr Janine George receives ERC grant endowed with 1.5 million euros
  5. A letter from Caspar David Friedrich (1774-1840) to the painter Louise Seidler dated 18 October 1815.
    Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)
    • Liberty
    • Research
    • Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
    Caspar David Friedrich inspires planned Cluster of Excellence

    University of Jena as an intellectual centre in the anniversary year "250 years of Caspar David Friedrich"
  6. Artistic visualization: Transformation of light properties by 2D meta-materials.
    Illustration: Christian Süß (Fraunhofer IOF)
    • Light
    • Research
    Breakthrough in quantum optics

    An international team of researchers develops a miniaturized source for entangled photon pairs
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Upcoming Events

  1. A hand turns an equality symbol between a man and a woman
    Collage: Adobestock/ronstik; Bearb: Graduierten-Akademie
    Close the gap
    16 s.t. ·
    • Vortrag/Vorlesung

    How can gender aspects be better taken into account in research?

    • This event can be attended online.
  2. Training Programme Teaser
    Image: Dimitrios Gkiatas
    Hands-On Training on Photonic Quantum Technology & Sensing (SQUIDs)
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    • Seminar/Workshop

    @ Abbe Center of Photonics, Jena

    • This event is wheelchair accessible.
  3. Dragon boat
    Image: AdobeStock
    As Vice Director at the Chinese-German University of Applied Sciences at Tongji University in Shanghai
    11:30 ·
    • Vortrag/Vorlesung

    A field report by Christina Werum-Wang

    • This event can be attended online.
    • This event is wheelchair accessible.
  4. Promotion of the Unisports card
    Collage: Hochschulsport Jena
    Meet the UNISPORT and find your Course! - University Sports explained
    14:30 ·
    • Informational event

    We explain you everything about university sports courses and help you to find the right course for you.

    • This event is wheelchair accessible.
  5. Paradies park
    Image: Britta Salheiser (Universität Jena)
    City tour through Jena (EN)
    15:00 ·
    • Guide

    A guided tour to important places in Jena and recommandations for what to do in the city as a new student.

    • This event is wheelchair accessible.
  6. Promotion of the Unisports card
    Collage: Hochschulsport Jena
    Meet the UNISPORT and find your Course! - University Sports explained
    14:30 ·
    • Informational event

    We explain you everything about university sports courses and help you to find the right course for you.

    • This event is wheelchair accessible.
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Friedrich Schiller University Jena

Universitätshauptgebäude
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Postal address:
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
07737 Jena