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When Microbes Feel the HeatInternational Study Uncovers Climate-driven Stress on Riverbed Microbes

The complex microbial communities in rivers and streams are essential for stable ecosystems. However, microbes in sediment are under constant stress. This has been revealed by a study led by Prof. Alexander Probst.

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University Alliance Ruhr opens College for Social Sciences and HumanitiesResearch College Connects Humanities and Social Sciences at the UA Ruhr Internationally

Today’s opening with NRW Minister Ina Brandes marked the launch of the UA Ruhr College in Essen, uniting top-level research in the social sciences and humanities across the three universities and strengthening international scholarly collaboration.

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DFG project on gender parity in economicsStill a long way to go

When courses in economics are offered, the person teaching is usually a man. Only 15 per cent of economics professorships in German-speaking countries are held by women. Economists are investigating the reasons for this under-representation.

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Internationally Influential and RecognisedUDE researchers are highly cited

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Researchers create conductive interface in nickelate materialsLight Switch for Electrons

Strategic Research Areas

In research, the UDE supports four interdisciplinary profile focuses in particular across the university.

UDE Research Strategy

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