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Job offer: Professorship W2 (m/f/d) in Theoretical Plasma Physics

The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for the position of Professor W2 (m/f/d) for Theoretical Plasma Physics, starting at the earliest possible...
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From the lecture hall to the World University Games: an interview with physics student and rower Tom Tewes

Tom Tewes studies physics at the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy and competes at the World University in the 2-man and 8-man rowing events. Q:...

Photos of the Academic Anniversary 2025

On 11 July, the graduation ceremony for 2024/25 graduates took place with a colorful program and musical accompaniment. The photos...

Events

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Physics Colloquium on July 7: Unconventional Superconductivity After the BCS Paradigm

On Monday, July 7, 2025, at 12:00 c.t., the next date of our Physics Colloquium will take place. Prof. Dr. Hai-Hu Wen is...
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Inside RUB - Information day for prospective students on June 26

On June 26, 2025, all prospective students are cordially invited to Ruhr-Universität Bochum. This is a great opportunity to get to know our...
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Inaugural lecture by Prof. Christopher Riseley on June 30: Cosmic Rays & Perfect Plasma - Lessons Learned From Galaxy Clusters

On Monday, June 30, 2025, at 12:00 c.t., Jun.-Prof. Dr. Christopher Riseley will give his lecture in the context of our Physics Colloquium....

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Welcome to the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum

From Matter to Materials - in research and teaching, our faculty offers a wide variety of topics and is one of the strongest physics faculties in Germany in terms of research. In the CHE ranking, we also rank among the best in Germany in terms of support at the beginning of studies.

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We value excellent counselling and support for all students. Constructive cooperation, commitment and individual needs are our priority.

Diverse

We are internationally networked and maintain cooperations with renowned research institutions and major international projects such as CERN, IceCube, LOFAR and Fair.

Strong in research

We distinguish ourselves through a broad spectrum of research. From astronomy to plasma physics, our students have the opportunity to get to know many disciplines and to deepen their knowledge.

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