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Bucking the Trend – Growing Number of New Students at the University of Bremen

4,468 new students started at the University of Bremen in the 2024/25 winter semester. Although many German universities are experiencing a decline in the number of first-year students, the University of Bremen has seen an increase in the number of new students compared to the previous year.


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We Welcome Prof. Dr. Sebastian Uhlemann to the Faculty of Geosciences

Sebastian Uhlemann has been a professor of environmental geophysics within the Faculty of Geosciences since the 2024/2025 winter semester.


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University of Bremen Conferences in November

Two conferences will take place at the University of Bremen in November 2024. One workshop will focus on the deployment of health professionals at elementary schools in Bremen, while the “Healthy City Bremen” research cluster's annual event will alsoprovide an opportunity for exchange.


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Graduates of the University's Teacher Education Program Say Goodbye

392 students completed their teaching degree at the University of Bremen in the 2024 examination year. Around 110 of them took part in the farewell ceremony in the university's large lecture hall at the end of October.


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AI in Health – Bremen Symposium on December 2 and 3

The latest developments and innovative approaches in the field of artificial intelligence will be the focus of the “AI in Health” Symposium at Bremen State Parliament and the House of Science. Those interested can register until November 21 and participation is free of charge.


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Domino Effect in the Amazon Region: Adaptivity threatened by global warming and deforestation

An international team of researchers that includes scientists from MARUM, the Faculty of Geosciences, and the Institute of Environmental Physics of the University of Bremen, have investigated how a change in Atlantic circulation would impact the Amazon Rain Forest.


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Dr. Hans Riegel Awards for Outstanding Research by Pupils

On October 29, 2024, the University of Bremen and the Dr. Hans Riegel Foundation honored pupils from the region for their outstanding pre-scientific papers. The Dr. Hans Riegel Awards are endowed with a total of 5,000 euros.


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Surprising Findings on Bacterial Growth as a Threat to Coral Reefs

A study led by the University of Bremen suggests that on algae-dominated coral reefs, it is not the algae but the corals themselves that may contribute to the growth of harmful bacteria. This discovery suggests that a disturbance in the natural composition of the water jeopardises marine ecosystems.


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Navigating the Labyrinth of Social Policy: Invitation to FIS Forum 2024

Social policy is facing challenges. Administrations are overwhelmed, and a plethora of social benefits and social infrastructures that are difficult to navigate and lack coordination complicate things further. Policy-makers, administrators, and practitioners will discuss options for a new structure.


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From Research to Real-Life Application: First Outreach Award awarded by the University of Bremen

For the first time, the University of Bremen has awarded its “Outreach Award.” It was bestowed upon the “DENCAI – DENgue CAse Investigation” project led by computer scientist Dr. Thomas Barkowsky. In collaboration with students, he devised a software for the mitigation of dengue outbreaks.


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New International Bachelor’s Degree “Natural Sciences for Sustainability”

At the University of Bremen, 47 young people recently began pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the new international program “Natural Sciences for Sustainability.” The bachelor's degree is a joint initiative of the Faculties of Physics, Geosciences, and Biology.


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Local News App Molo: New Features, New Cities

The local news app “molo.news,” which was co-developed by the University of Bremen, has abbreviated its name to “molo” and received a comprehensive update. With its new logo, improved user interface, and new posting function.


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Sustainability Fair on Campus

Zur Nachhaltigkeitsmesse 2024 l?dt die Uni Bremen am 24. Oktober auf den Campus ein. Die Veranstaltung bietet von 11 bis 15 Uhr Gelegenheit, innovative Nachhaltigkeitsprojekte an der Uni kennenzulernen, sich über nachhaltige Praktiken zu informieren und mit Gleichgesinnten zu vernetzen.


“Viecher:” On-Campus Play About Insect Decline

A Kafkaesque journey through global change and the insect population collapse will be presented in two theatrical performances as part of the University of Bremen's Sustainability Fair on October 24. The play “Viecher” will take place at 2 p.m. in the campus park.


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Marine Biologist Antje Boetius is Relocating to California

Antje Boetius, director of the Alfred Wegener Institute and professor at the University of Bremen, will relocate from Bremerhaven to California. She will become president of the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. As a cooperation professor, she will remain connected to the University of Brem


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University Talk: Invitation to Discussion on Academic Freedom

The University Executive Board invites university members to participate in discussions as part of a University Talk event titled “Academic Freedom: Reflections on Article 5 of the Basic Law – How Is It Practiced in Everyday Life at the University of Bremen?” on Tuesday, October 29.