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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.
Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)

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. Vclust enables the fast and reliable analysis and clustering of millions of viral genomes.
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    • Life
    • Research
    Viral world organized

    International research team develops speedbreaking analysis tool
  2. DJane Kim Noble, here during the 2024 summer festival, will also be performing this year.
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    • Event
    Ticket sale for the University Summer Festival has started

    The University of Jena celebrates its Summer Festival on 27 June / Browse the programme and secure tickets now
  3. The University of Jena offers students the best starting conditions.
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    • Studies and Teaching
    The best starting conditions for successful studies

    Friedrich Schiller University Jena receives top marks in the latest CHE ranking – especially for its support at the start of studies and study period.
  4. The state flag of Thuringia in the state parliament
    Image: Jens Meyer (University of Jena)
    • Research
    More and more people in Thuringia are dissatisfied with the functioning of democracy

    "Thüringen-Monitor" 2024 analyses attitudes towards democracy, right-wing extremism and antisemitism
  5. The tenure track conference of the Universities of Jena and Freiburg will take place on 15 and 16 May 2025 in Berlin.
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    • Event
    The future of academic career paths

    Universities of Freiburg and Jena invite to nationwide conference on the tenure-track principle
  6. Dancers in the studio of the multimedia centre
    Image: Nicole Nerger
    • Life
    • Awards and Personnel
    • Knowledge Transfer and Innovation
    Dancing plant cells win international competition

    Award for dance video from Friedrich Schiller University on plant immune research
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Upcoming Events

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    Career Fair Day 1: Find your dream job
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    Career Days at the University of Jena

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    Career Fair Day 2: Find your dream job
    9:30 ·
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    Career Days at the University of Jena

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    Professional application photo for students
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    Career Days at the University of Jena

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    ChinaKooP consultation hour in the house »Zur Rosen«
    14:00 ·
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    Questions about co-operations with China? We will be happy to advise you.

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  5. Ornamentierte, runde Lampe im Ernst-Haeckel-Haus
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    Guided tour at the Ernst-Haeckel-Haus
    16:30

    Thursday, 12th June 2025, 4:30-5:30 p.m. (max. 12 persons)​

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    Image: Jürgen Scheere (University of Jena)
    Guided tour at the Ernst-Haeckel-Haus
    16:30 ·
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    Thursday, 12th June 2025, 4:30-5:30 p.m. (max. 12 persons)​

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Friedrich Schiller University Jena

Universitätshauptgebäude
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

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Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
07737 Jena