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Long evening of student counseling: Come to the natural sciences
10.06.24 | Event
The natural sciences open their doors to prospective students with up-close insights and hands-on activities. This is followed by the Long Evening of Student Advice.
Experience nature research days at the RUB
04.06.24 | School
In the first week of the 2024 summer vacation, it's that time again - the Alfried Krupp School Science Laboratory opens its doors to young researchers as part of the...
Physics colloquium on 10.06.2024: Roller Coaster with Cold Molecules
03.06.24 | Physics Colloquium, Event
On Monday, June 10, 2024, at 12:00 c.t., the next date of our Physics Colloquium will take place. The speaker will be Prof. Dr. Edvardas Narevicius (TU Dortmund) on the topic "Roller...
New spectacular images from the Euclid space telescope
03.06.24 | Research
The Euclid space telescope explores the dark universe. Bochum researcher Hendrik Hildebrandt is also involved in the mission.
Physics colloquium on 03.06.2024: Digital Quantum Simulation on Modern Quantum Computers
27.05.24 | Physics Colloquium, Event
On Monday, June 3, 2024, at 12:00 c.t., the next date of our Physics Colloquium will take place. The speaker will be Prof. Dr. Benedikt Fauseweh (TU Dortmund) on the topic "Digital Quantum...
International research team cracks physics nut
17.05.24 | Research
Prof. Dr. Epelbaum's TP II chair is also involved in the research team.
F. Ömer Ilday receives Alexander von Humboldt Professorship
15.05.24 | Research
The physicist has been researching and teaching at Ruhr-Universität since July 2023.
Physics colloquium on 27.05.2024: Probing The Nano-Bio Interface with Computational Tools
13.05.24 | Physics Colloquium, Event
On Monday, May 27, 2024, at 12:00 c.t., the next date of our Physics Colloquium will take place. Speaker is Dr. Giovanni Settani (RUB) on the topic "Probing The Nano-Bio Interface...
May 28 & 29, 2024 - Diversity Days at the RUB
08.05.24 | Event
The Ruhr-Universität campus celebrates its diversity with the Diversity Days. (Photo: RUB, Kramer)
Physics degree program in Bochum impresses in CHE ranking
The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy achieves excellent results in the nationwide CHE ranking and can be pleased with its very good grades in many areas. Every three years, the satisfaction...
Physics Colloquium on 13.05.2024: Dwarf Galaxies vs. Cosmology: Do They Dance To Λcdm's Tune?
07.05.24 | Physics Colloquium, Event
On Monday, May 13, 2024, at 12:00 c.t., the next date of our Physics Colloquium will take place. The speaker will be Dr. Marcel Pawlowski (Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam) on the...
Cooling by solid state - Article in "Bild der Wissenschaft"
02.05.24 | Research
The May issue of "Bild der Wissenschaft" focuses on the research of Prof. Dr. Daniel Hägele and his group, among others. Electrocaloric materials as energy-saving alternatives...
Physics colloquium on 06.05.2024: Quantum Nanofluidics: From Quantum Friction To Hydroelectric Power
29.04.24 | Physics Colloquium, Event
On Monday, May 6, 2024, at 12:00 c.t., the next date of our Physics Colloquium will take place. The speaker will be Dr. Nikita Kavokine (MPIP Mainz) on the topic "Quantum Nanofluidics: From...
Christian Liebscher searches for new energy materials at the atomic level
24.04.24 | Research
The researcher joins the Bochum Faculty of Physics and Astronomy and the Research Center Future Energy Materials and Systems of the University Alliance Ruhr.
Let's Europe Day with UniverCity Bochum
24.04.24 | Event
On May 6, 2024, the Let's Europe Day with UniverCity Bochum will take place in the Rotunda. During the day, students can find out about stays abroad in the EU and opportunities for European...
Physics colloquium on 29.04.2024: Waves and Their Interactions with Energetic Particles in the Near-Earth Space
23.04.24 | Physics Colloquium, Event
On Monday, April 29, 2024, at 12:00 c.t., the next date of our Physics Colloquium will take place. Speaker is Dr. Dedong Wang (Helmholtz Centre Potsdam) on the topic "Waves and...
Physics colloquium on 22.04.2024: Tetraquarks, Pentaquarks, and a Legacy of the Three-Body Problem
17.04.24 | Physics Colloquium, Event
On Monday, April 22, 2024, at 12:00 c.t., the next date of our Physics Colloquium will take place. The speaker will be Prof. Dr. Mikhail Mikhasenko (Ruhr-University Bochum) with his...
Take part now and win: CHE Ranking Master's students
15.04.24 | Study
In this survey, students rate their study programs and conditions, and teaching and research performance, internationality and the practical relevance of a subject are also included in the...