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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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Our students have spoken
The University of Jena is »TOP University« and winner in the category »Most popular University with more than 15,000 sutdents« on the StudyCheck portal.
The claim »weltoffenes Thüringen« stands as a colourful logo against a blue sky.
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University supports the »Weltoffenes Thüringen« initiativeExternal linkde
Following the approval of the Senate the University of Jena has joined the »Initiative Weltoffenes Thüringen« (»Initiative Open-Minded Thuringia«). The decentralized, networked initiative aims to send out a signal that many people, institutions, associations and companies in the state stand for a democratic, diverse, cosmopolitan, and open-minded Thuringia.

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Dr Aishwarya Iyer-Bierhoff pipettes in the laboratory.
Image: Anne Günther (University of Jena)
Life
Research
Acetylation: a time-keeper of glucocorticoid sensitivity
New study presents molecular "hourglass" for the effect of cortisol
Prof. Dr Birgit Weber at the Institute of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry
Image: Anne Günther (University of Jena)
Light
Research
Switching molecules with quantum mechanics
Chemist at the University of Jena coordinates new DFG Priority Programme on interactive switching of spin states
Candida albicans in the yeast and hyphae form on human epithelial cells.
Image: Leibniz-HKI
Life
Research
Special poison helps to compete with bacteria on mucous membranes
Candida albicans toxin plays a special role in the colonization of the digestive tract
The fungus Candida albicans (blue colouring) invades a human epithelial cell and produces the toxin Candidalysin (yellow colouring).
Image: Selene Mogavero / Leibniz-HKI
Life
Research
The laborious path of a fungal toxin
New insights into the release of Candidalysin promise progress in the treatment of Candida albicans infections
Dr Holger Bierhoff from the University of Jena is one of the authors of the study.
Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)
Research
Interaction between metabolic health and healthy aging supported
Jena research team shows how the reduced activity of an enzyme can contribute to extending lifespan
TLPK Chairman and President of TU Ilmenau Prof Dr Kai-Uwe-Sattler (from left), EAH President Prof Dr Steffen Teichert and Prof Juan M.V. Garcia, Vice President of the University of Music FRANZ LISZT.
Image: Matthias Frank Schmidt
Event
Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
Thuringian universities: Think tanks, driving forces and partners of the regional economy
On 13 March 2024, the Parliamentary Evening of the Thuringian State Presidents' Conference (TLPK) took place in the Thuringian State Parliament.
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