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06/18/2026

Rectors Answer Questions About the Ruhr Innovation Lab

Martin Paul and Manfred Bayer discuss the on-site visit and the application in the Excellence Strategy on the podcast.
Photo: TU Rector Manfred Bayer and Martin Paul, Rector of Ruhr University Bochum, are standing on a landscaped terrace on the Ruhr University Bochum campus.
05/28/2026

When Laser Light Dances by the Rules

Researchers are translating the principles of self-organization to technical applications, in the hope of developing an atomic printer.
A person is standing in front of a laboratory bench with many setups.
05/22/2026

Ruhr Innovation Lab Reviewed

Ruhr University Bochum and TU Dortmund University presented their joint proposal as a University Consortium of Excellence.
05/20/2026

Podcast Presents Cybersecurity Research at the Ruhr Innovation Lab

In Episode 6, Eike Kiltz and Christof Paar explain what makes the Bochum Cluster of Excellence CASA so successful.
Foto: Prof. Eike Kiltz und Prof. Christoph Paar lächeln in die Kamera.
05/13/2026

Lifelong Learning as the Key to the Future

Ruhr University Bochum and TU Dortmund University establish the platform School of Advanced Professional Studies.
In the photo, you can see a total of six people smiling at the camera. Two of the six are sitting at a table and signing a document.
05/12/2026

New Analysis Laboratory for the Ruhr Innovation Lab

The state government has awarded funds of around €50 million for the laboratory, which will explore novel materials.
Group photo in the laboratory with Minister Ina Brandes and the university presidents, Prof. Martin Paul and Prof. Manfred Bayer.
05/05/2026

Bochum Laser Project Receives Prestigious EU Funding

A novel laser is designed to drill smaller and more precise holes in silicon than has previously been possible.
Photo of a laser experiment setup
05/05/2026

When Diversity Wins, We All Win

Ruhr University Bochum and TU Dortmund University are jointly celebrating Diversity Day — for an entire month.
Photo: Colorful Pride rainbow flags and trans flags at an event on the university campus.
04/27/2026

UA Ruhr Strengthens Commitment in Eastern Europe and Central Asia

With a new branch office in Kazakhstan, the joint Liaison Office further expands its presence in the region.
Photo: An overview of the Kazakh capital Almaty showing modern glass buildings, a blue cloudy sky, lush trees and and snow-capped mountains in the background.
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