University News

Campus
New Episode of TUCtalk released

In the new episode of “TUCtalk” Chemnitz University President Prof. Gerd Strohmeier answers questions on past and future challenges
Campus
Running for the university

Chemnitz University of Technology has the chance to win the title of „most sportive company” in the WiC Company Run on September 6, 2017 – running enthusiasts can register until August 25, 2017
Campus
Knowing one’s own visibility

University library supports researchers with bibliometric analysis of their own publications – survey on the usage of citation databases
Research
Sustainable design and a more efficient operation of data centers

The European project “RenewIT” reveals new ways of more environment friendly energy supply – Chemnitz University researchers involved and results online available
Research
Increased safety on Europe’s streets

EU funded research project on driving behavior with significant participation of Chemnitz University completed – publications available in spring 2018
Research
Taking the Leap into Industrial Application

The junior research group "FiberCer" wants to develop environmentally friendly production technologies for fibre ceramics for innovative lightweight products
Study
From health-based fitness training to experience-oriented outdoor recreation

Double degree program of the “Gesundheits- und Fitnesssport” course of study of the cooperation between Chemnitz University of Technology and University of West Bohemia in Pilsen is ready to launch
Study
Summer, Sun, and the Writing Project

From August 14 till 18, 2017, students can work together on their writing projects – the Schreibwoche (writing week) offers once again content and structure related support
Study
Wanted: Diplomats for New York

Students of all departments of Chemnitz University of Technology can apply for the globally biggest United Nations simulation in Spring 2018 in New York until August 7, 2017
Campus
DAAD will extend the funding period for the project “InProTUC”

The project “InProTUC” will be extended until 2019 – Application deadline for sponsorship is September 30, 2017
Campus
„ServiceLine“ informs at eye level

For a good start into the winter semester 2017/18: Chemnitz University of Technology offers a service hotline for counselling and information on studies
People
In the same league as Goethe, Schiller, and Grimm

Professor Christoph Fasbender, literary scholar from Chemnitz, has been accepted to the Erfurt Academy of Sciences for the Common Good
Research
Computer-based memory training

A survey serving science: Chemnitz University needs participants for learning survey in July and August
Campus
Cambridge scientists: „It is an honour to be here at Chemnitz University of Technology“

Prof. Ian White will join his Cambridge colleague Prof. David Cardwell as future member of the Scientific Advisory Board in the Federal Cluster of Excellence MERGE
Alumni
Struggle in the world of startups

Chemnitz University graduate Tom Apel sought and found his luck with Chemnitz know-how in Silicon Valley near San Francisco
Events
Sustainability is the business model of tomorrow

Pioneering: The Sustainable Textile School, September 18 till 20, 2017, of Chemnitz University of Technology supports the ecological textile production
People
More than just grand style

Chemnitz University researcher Frank-Lothar Kroll examines Saxon’s rulers in ZDF documentary – airdate: July 16, 2017, 11.30 p.m.
Research
Wanted: Test persons for driving study

Chemnitz University of Technology is currently looking for test persons aged 18+ with own car and driving license B for a naturalistic driving study – allowance is 40 euros
Research
Improved Performance thanks to Reduced Weight

Scientists of the Federal Cluster of Excellence MERGE in Chemnitz develop a Lightweight Wheel for more Safety and Comfort on the Road
People
Active commitment on the board of directors

Prof. Beate Neuss was elected Vice Chair of the German Association of Political Science