Photo (Leibniz-IPF, Emanuel Richter): Bio-based technical polymers such as polyethylene furanoate (PEF) (left) and polybutylene furanoate (PBF) (right) are synthesised at the IPF as a sustainable alternative to the well-known PET. These polymers will be made available to the project partners for versatile decomposition studies."
25.09.2024
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Sustainability,
Research,
Transfer,
Press release,
Faculty of Science,
Department of Chemistry
‘The future of the plastics industry essentially depends on the development of sustainable polymer materials that are obtained from renewable raw materials and are suitable for chemical recycling as part of a circular economy.’
In addition to classics such as notepads, pens, T-shirts and hoodies, the range also includes new products such as insulated drinking bottles, belt pouches and 6-in-1 charging cables.
20.09.2024
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Studies,
Press release,
Student Advice Centre,
Faculty of Business Administration and Economics,
Faculty of Arts and Humanities,
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering,
Faculty of Science,
Faculty of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Mathematics
The regular application deadline for the 2024/25 winter semester at Paderborn University ends on Saturday, 21 September. This semester, however, there is also the opportunity for last-minute prospective students to apply for admission-free degree programmes until 15 October.
Photo (Paderborn University, Tanja Dittmann): Together with other Paderborn University researchers, Dr Enes Yigitbas is developing a virtual learning environment in the "SMART-EAT" project to help children and young people make healthy and sustainable food choices.
17.09.2024
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Education,
Sustainability,
Transfer,
Software Innovation Campus Paderborn (SICP),
Faculty of Arts and Humanities,
Faculty of Science,
Faculty of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Mathematics
Photo (Claudia Alfes): A total of almost 300 participants from all over the world came together for the SFB TRR 358 conference in Paderborn.
13.09.2024
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Research,
International,
Press release,
TRR 358 - Ganzzahlige Strukturen in Geometrie und Darstellungstheorie,
Institute of Mathematics,
Algebra and Number Theory
Symbolic photo (Paderborn University): When designing classrooms, opportunities for retreat and relaxation as well as for group work should already be considered.
Height-adjustable furniture, designated movement zones and more: sports students at Paderborn University have developed recommendations for action for movement-orientated classroom design in primary schools as part of a seminar. They have now presented these to experts from various sectors - from schools, trades and architecture to municipal administration - and discussed them with them. The next step is to incorporate the results into everyday…
For his research work in the field of computer science, Junior Professor Dr Sebastian Peitz from Paderborn University has been awarded an ERC Starting Grant worth 1.5 million euros by the European Research Council (ERC).
Photo (Paderborn University): Pupils gain insights into the STEM fields (mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, technology) at the ‘Autumn University’ at Paderborn University.
04.09.2024
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News,
Paderborn University,
Frauen gestalten die Informationsgesellschaft,
MINT@UniPB
Middle and high school students can immerse themselves in various STEM fields of study at Paderborn University during the first week of the fall break from October 14 to 18.
Photo (Paderborn University, Stephan Risse): Martina Leifeld, Nicole Struzek and Brigitte Rohde (not pictured) from the Incoming Team of the International Office welcomed the new exchange students at the beginning of September. They travelled from 21 different countries to study at Paderborn University in the winter semester.
04.09.2024
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Studies,
International,
News,
International Office
Photo (Paderborn University, MIN.T Studio): The Master's degree programme in Computer Science prepares students for a successful start to their careers as computer scientists.
28.08.2024
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Education,
Studies,
International,
News,
Mathematics and Computer Science,
Faculty of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Mathematics
Under the new name “Computer Science”, students get prepared for a successful start of their careers as computer scientists. The language of the programme has also been standardized, meaning that the Master's degree course is now officially taught in English. The course will start under the new name in the winter semester 2024/25 and applications can be submitted until September 21.
