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Doctoral Programmes

The Bauhaus-Universität Weimar offers structured doctoral programmes in addition to the individual doctorate. An intensive support aims at a degree within three years. Supplementary courses impart disciplinary as well as transferable skills. Especially young researchers benefit from manifold assistance: teamwork, curriculum, supervision by several professors and practical application constitute a framework for successful projects.

The Research Training Groups of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar offer positions for doctoral candidates and post-docs. Ph.D. candidates in other structured programmes are self dependent for their funding. They may apply for a scholarship from one of the organizations for the promotion of young talent or for a scholarship directly the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar.

If your research interest fits into one of the doctoral programmes of our university, you may apply directly at the programme. Please note the application deadlines and the doctoral regulations of the respective faculty.

NEW: GRK "Gewohnter Wandel" | start in autumn 2024

Social conflicts, ecological needs and the digitalisation of the living environment: if current social developments are shaping the built environment of tomorrow, what challenges, problems and contradictions will this cause for housing? 

From autumn 2024, young researchers in Weimar and Frankfurt will conduct interdisciplinary research on the current housing situationin the the joint research training group (Graduiertenkolleg, GRK) " Gewohnter Wandel. Social Transformation and Spatial Materialisation of Housing" , funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). Over the entire funding period of nine years, up to 36 doctoral theses on housing issues can be completed. >  more info

Contact:  gewohnter.wandel[at]arch.uni-weimar.de

Research Training Group (DFG) Identity and Heritage

The research training group  »Identität und Erbe« started as a joint programm of the TU Berlin and the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar in October 2016 with all in all 12 doctoral positions (6 at each university). The first group (2016–2019) is still working on their doctorates in Weimar and Berlin. The following subjects are involved: architecture, architectural theory, history of building and urban development, fine arts, monument preservation, history of art and architecture, history of culture and media, landscape architecture, planning and architectural sociology, spatial planning and spatial research, urban planning.

The second funding period until 2025 has been approved. The interdisciplinary orientation of the GRK will be expanded in the new funding period to include archival science and the philosophy of science.

Please see here more of the latest news from the GRK.

Research Training Group (DFG) Medienanthropologie

The Research Training Group is primarily aimed at doctoral students of media studies, cultural studies, film and theatre studies, literary studies, philosophy, sociology, ethnology or one of the neighbouring disciplines.

The programme began its work in April 2020, the 2nd cohort started in summer 2023.

For more information, see www.uni-weimar.de/gkma

Doctoral Programme Art and Design

The degree course Art & Design offers a Ph.D.-degree created solely for Master and Diploma graduates of Art- and Design-Schools was the first of its kind in the German-speaking area since 2008. The graduation, supervised by two professors, one academic and one artist / designer, is concluded after a three-year curriculum. German and English knowledge is required. The final Ph.D.-thesis equally comprises of a scientific and an artistic/design part.

Prof. Dr. Alexandra Toland,  head of the programme; Junior Professor for Arts and Research artsandresearch[at]gestaltung.uni-weimar.de

Application deadline is March 31st; the programme starts in the winter semester.

Open Online Consultation for all who want to apply: 10 November 2023 | 2 pm 09 February 2024 | 10 am

For insights in the program, please see " Working Titles ", the online journal for practice-based and led research initiated by Ph.D. candidates enrolled in the Ph.D. program for art and design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar. 

More information about the doctoral program you can find on the website  of the Ph.D. program.

European Urban Studies (International Doctorate Programme)

From 2002 until 2020, the IPP for European Urban Studies was counted among the nationwide network of International PhD Programmes, which, within the framework of the programme "Doctorates at Universities in Germany (PHD)", were endorsed by the German Research Foundation and the German Academic Exchange Service. Supported in years 2002 to 2007, the IPP European Urban Studies was the only IPP in Germany that was dedicated to urban research. It dealt with topics that are tested against such current models as the "European City," "Compact City," "Social City," "Net City," or "Zwischenstadt". The International Doctorate Programme “European Urban Studies” was then focusing on research on Urban Housing and Forms of Living with a focus on (multidimensional) housing policy, in the context of current societal challenges – such as climate change, social fragmentation, spatial disparity, cultural differentiation, immigration and the transformation of the real estate economy – and what these challenges imply for the cities of Europe.

Please note: Until further notice, the program is closed. You can find out more about the individual doctoral opportunities in the field of "European Urban Studies" on this homepage .

UrbanHist - History of European Urbanism in the 20th Century

"UrbanHist − History of European Urbanism in the 20th Century" is a multidisciplinary research and training programme run by four universities in Germany, Spain, Slovakia and Sweden in cooperation with 13 partner-organizations and funded within the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme in the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action - Innovative Training Networks (ITN) as European Joint Doctorate (EJD).

It aims to develop and sustainably promote a joint understanding of 20th century urbanism in Europe. 15 Early Stage Researchers will be researching in 8 thematic fields, embedded into a network of high-profile academics and practitioners.

Bauhaus-Universität Weimar; Univerzita Pavla Jozefa Šafárika v Košiciach, Slowakei; Universidad de Valladolid, Spanien sowie die Blekinge Tekniska Högskola, Schweden.

2016 – 2020

www.urbanhist.eu

Please note: Currently no applications are being accepted for this programme.

Kompetenzzentrum Medienanthropologie (KOMA)

Period:  April 2015 bis September 2019

Das aus Mitteln der ProExzellenz-Initiative des Freistaates Thüringen finanzierte Kompetenzzentrum Medienanthropologie soll eine innovative und interdisziplinäre Medienanthropologie vorantreiben, die die Erforschung der Medialität, der Medienbedingtheit und Medienverfasstheit menschlicher Daseinsvollzüge ins Zentrum stellt. Dabei ist das Konzept der Anthropomedialität forschungsleitend. Anthropomedialität beschreibt mit der Verschränkung von Menschen und Medien ein eigenständiges Drittes, das jeder Unterscheidung von Mensch und Medium als deren Ursprung vorausgeht.

Im Rahmen des Forschungsprogramms wurden 10 StipendiatInnen bei der Arbeit an ihrer Promotion unterstützt. Die Arbeit des Kompetenzzentrums mündete erfolgreich in der Beantragung eines DFG-Graduiertenkollegs zum Thema Medienanthropologie , das im April 2020 gestartet ist.

Sprecherin: Prof. Dr. Christiane Voss  (Professur Philosophie audiovisueller Medien) Stellvertretender Sprecher: Prof. Dr. Lorenz Engell (IKKM)

Weitere Informationen zum Forschungsprogramm und zu den beteiligten WissenschaftlerInnen finden Sie hier .

Tim Othold M.A. Coordinator/ Research assistant Cranachstraße 47, room 005 Tel.: + 49 (0) 36 43/58 40 03 Fax: + 49(0)3643 / 58 40 01 tim.othold[at]uni-weimar.de

Christiane Lewe M.A. Coordinator/ Research assistant Cranachstraße 47,  room 006 Tel.: + 49 (0) 36 43/58 40 06 Fax: + 49(0)3643 / 58 40 01 christiane.lewe[at]uni-weimar.de

Urban and Regional Research (German-Argentinian Doctorate Training Group)

Duration: 2013- 2020

The German-Argentinian Doctorate Training Group "Urban and Regional Research" is a cooperation between the Institute for European Urban Studies at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar and the Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Design and the Faculty of Philosophy and Humanities at the Universidad Nacional de Córdoba /Argentinia.

The aim of this doctorate training group is to give a selective group of young researchers the opportunity and the academic support to achieve results in urban research that can enrich the academic debate in this field both in Europe and in Latin America. Doctorate students in the program receive bi-national academic advising and take part in a structured study programme. Successful completion of the programme results in the awarding of the academic title of Dr. phil or Dr. Ing in combination with a doctor title from the partner university. This doctorate training group is the first of its kind at a Thuringian university and one of few in Germany. A stipend funded by the Deutsch-Argentinischen Hochschulzentrum covers travel and living costs for the academic year abroad.

Currently no applications are being accepted for this programme.

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Welcome to the PhD Program at MSA Münster School of Architecture!

We're excited to introduce our innovative PhD program for applied research in architecture in Germany. Are you prepared to embark on a journey that will reshape the future of architectural research and innovation? We are thrilled to present our groundbreaking PhD program, designed to empower the next generation of scholars, thinkers, and visionaries in the field of architecture and the built environment. Our program is focused on making a real-world impact and addressing tangible challenges in the field. Join us on this exciting journey!

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Doctoral Studies

In Architecture and Landscape, a doctorate can be obtained - depending on the subject area - with the titles Doctor of Engineering (Dr.-Ing.), Doctor of Natural Sciences (Dr. rer. nat.) or Doctor of Philosophy (Dr. phil.).   The doctoral studies are regulated in the current doctoral regulations of the faculty. The achievements for the award of the doctoral degree consist of a dissertation and an oral examination. The doctorate is proof of the ability to carry out in-depth independent scientific work. Requirement for admission to the doctorate is a relevant scientific degree. If you would like to join our Faculty of doctoral studies, please contact a professor who is thematically near to your topic as possible supervisor, in order then to submit an exposé. 

Admission as a doctoral student

The Faculty of Architecture and Landscape Sciences sets two dates per semester for the submission of applications for admission.  

Summer term First date: until 01.04.2024 - 12:00 o'clock in the deanery Second date: until Wednesday 01.06.2024 - 12:00 o'clock in the deanery

Winter term First date: until Wednesday 01.10.2024 - 12:00 o'clock in the deanery Second date: until Wednesday 25.11.2024 - 12:00 o'clock in the deanery  

Applications for a doctorate / opening of the procedure:

In general: If no binding dates are given, the application is submitted to the dean's office 4 weeks before the respective faculty council meeting at which the application is to be accepted.

It is pointed out that the deadlines for admission as a doctoral candidate or for the opening of the doctoral procedures are an administrative recommendation and not an order. This recommendation is not mutually legally binding, but rather an administrative procedure which makes the inclusion of the matter on the agenda of the next faculty council meeting highly binding.

• PhD regulations 2018 (current version)
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André Araújo Almeida  | 20.12.2023 Vulnerable waterfront territories: Impasses and challenges to local development Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Schröder

Luciana Mouro Varanda  | 20.12.2023 Metropolization and intra-urban dynamics in the context of climate change: challenges for urban and regional planning in Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Schröder

Christian Schaub  | 20.12.2023 Anforderungen an Lehrkräfte im inklusiven gewerblich-technischen Unterricht – Eine qualitative Studie in Nordhessen und Südniedersachsen in den Ausbildungsbereichen Bau- Metall- Elektro- und Holztechnik Prof. Dr. Alexandra Bach

Mohammad Reza   Ansari   | 20.12.2023 Urban ecosystem dynamics in Kabul: Assessing current status, predicting future, and aligning with environmental justice principle for sustainable development Prof. Dr. Christian Albert

Maisam Rafiee   | 20.12.2023 Advancing scientific understanding of the effects of soundscapes in green infrastructure on human health and well-being Prof. Dr. Christian Albert

Carmen Rethschulte  | 20.12.2023 Wasserkraftnutzung und Auendynamik an der Oberen Isar – Situation und Perspektive des letzten Wildflusses Deutschlands als Hotspot der Biodiversität nach 100 Jahren Ableitung Prof. Dr. Michael Reich

Imke Sprick  | 20.12.2023 Otto Ludwig Sckell (1861 -1948) – vom großherzoglichen Hofgärtner zum ersten Gartendenkmalpfleger des jungen Freistaat Thüringen Prof. Dr. Inken Formann

Lotta Zoch  | 20.12.2023 Potenziale von Torfmoorkultivierungsflächen als Lebensraum für die Hochmoorfauna Prof. Dr. Michael Reich

Adrian Vargas López  | 22.11.2023 Behavioural Aspects of Climate Change Adaptation Prof. Dr. Ann-Kathrin Kössler

Christoph Schulze  | 22.11.2023 Using Discrete Choice Experiments to inform environmental policy: Assessing farmer's institutional preferences for privately agri-environmental climate measures Prof. Dr. Bettina Matzdorf

Fernanda Paz Gómez Saénz   | 25.10.2023 Sustainable Growth for Intermediate Chilean Cities – Territorial Interdependency in Puerto Montt Prof. Jörg Schröder

Mu Huang   | 25.10.2023 Energetische Bewertung von Shopping-Centern in der Planungsphase Prof. Dr. Philipp Geyer

Carolin Koopmann   | 25.10.2023 Gutes Wohnen für Alle. Erforschung zeitgenössischer Wohnsituationen für eine suffiziente und bedürfnisgerechte Wohnraumproduktion Prof. Marieke Kums

Wiebke Wölke  | 25.10.2023 Wohnungs- und Städtebau der 1920er Jahre in Hannover. Neues Bauen in der Zeit der Weimarer Republik Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

Lars Laurenz  | 25.10.2023 Die preußische Baupolitik in Westfalen 1815-1848. Verfahren – Konflikte – Kompromisse Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

Angelika Dorn  | 05.07.2023 Kognitive Aktivierung von Studierenden in einer einführenden Vorlesung zur Didaktik der beruflichen Bildung. Untersuchung des Einflusses von aufgabenbezogenen Vorlesungsangeboten auf das durch kognitiv-aktivierende Aufgaben beförderte Lernen von Lehramtsstudierenden Prof. Dr. Alexandra Bach

Xia Chen  | 05.07.2023 Beyond Predictions: A Knowledge-integrated Machine Learning Framework for Augmented Intelligence in Decision Making Prof. Dr. Philipp Geyer

Seyed Azad Nabavi  | 05.07.2023 Data-driven methods in building energy performance prediction using simulation and IoT information Prof. Dr. Philipp Geyer

Rena Barghusen  | 21.06.2023 Effective Landscape Governance through Collective Agri-environmental and climate measures Prof. Dr. Bettina Matzdorf

Amanda Grobe  | 26.04.2023 Etablierung von Torfmoosen und Begleitvegetation bei Torfmooskultivierung auf geringmächtigem Schwarztorf Prof. Dr. Michael Rode

Leonie Wiemer  | 26.04.2023 Szenarienbildung als Vermittlung von landschaftlicher Handlungsmotivation im Klimawandel – am Beispiel von neuen Gletscherseen in den Alpen Prof. Christian Werthmann

Barbara Schulz  | 23.01.2023 Baracken als Massenunterkünfte in Lagern 1933 - 1945 Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

T im Wenzel  | 11.01.2023 Die Eingriffsregelung im Klimawandel: Perspektiven für eine klimawandelresiliente Kompensation von Eingriffen in Natur und Landschaft Prof. Dr. Christina von Haaren

Christina Weiß  | 11.01.2023 Abschätzung möglicher Auswirkungen des Klimawandels auf FFH-Lebensraumtypen Prof. Dr. Michael Reich

Jana Brenner  | 11.01.2023 Entwicklung von strategischen Planungsansätzen für Dachbegrünungen, als Teil urbaner Grüner Infrastruktur zur Minderung von Hitzeinseleffekten Prof. Dr. Jochen Hack

Li Xusheng  | 11.01.2023 An interactive framework to enhance façade design in early design stage combining multi-criteria decision making (MCDM) with deep learning (DL)  Prof. Dr. Philipp Geyer

Shaofan Wang  | 11.01.2023 Component-Based Data Driven CFD Reduced Order Model for Indoor Environment Prediction Prof. Dr. Philipp Geyer

Andrea Kondziela  | 11.01.2023 ARCHITECTURAL-ROBOTICS. Examination for implementing the topic of robotics in architecture in architectural education  Prof. Mirco Becker

Anneke Burandt  | 11.01.2023 Die Kuppeln in Hannover. Eine bauhistorische Untersuchung über eine architektonische Würdeform Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

Ricardo Bonilla Brenes | 06.05.2022 Analysis of sustainable systems to reduce urban runoff in the Greater Metropolitan Area of Costa Rica – Case study of the Quebrada Seca watershed Prof. Dr. Jochen Hack

Gonzalo Pradilla   | 06.05.2022 Green-Blue Urban Planning in Latin America: Understanding the synergies and trade-offs between ecological and socioeconomical goals of urban river restoration projects in Colombia Prof. Dr. Jochen Hack

Veronica Alejandra Neumann   | 01.06.2022 Stakeholders’ role in design, assessment, and implementation of nature-based solutions for urban storm and wastewater management: A tool for participatory governance in Costa Rica Prof. Dr. Jochen Hack

Maria Perez Rubi | 01.06.2022 Nature-Based Solutions for dry-weather runoff (greywater) treatment in urban areas of Latin America Prof. Dr. Jochen Hack

Conrad Schiffmann | 01.06.2022 The socio-political determinants for green infrastructure implementation in public spaces of urban Costa Rica Prof. Dr. Jochen Hack

Haochun Li   | 06 .0 7 .2022 Cities and Rising Seas: Design Guidelines in Response to Sea Level Rise Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Jacob Jeff Bernhard | 06.07.2022 Landwirtschaftlicher Bewässerungsbedarf im Klimawandel – Quantitative Entwicklung und Auswirkungen für die Wasserbereitstellung in Deutschland Prof. Dr. Jochen Hack

Paul Vinzenz Tontsch  | 19.01.2022 Der christliche Freiraum – Typologie, Bedeutungsschichten und Potenziale vor dem Hintergrund sozialer Transformationen und des Klimawandels Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski Johannes Hermes  | 19.01.2022 Mapping and assessment of recreational ecosystem services in Germany Prof. Dr. Christina von Haaren Andresa Ledo Marques  | 19.01.2022 Planning paths for resilience through the integration of urban systems and ecosystems in fringe areas: the case of São Paulo Metropolitan Region, Brazil Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Schröder Sina Mackel  | 19.01.2022 Entwicklung digitaler Medienpakete zur technikdidaktischen bzw. berufspädagogischen Lehrer*innenprofessionalisierung in gewerblich-technischen Studiengängen für das Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen Prof. Dr. Alexandra Bach 2021

Felix Zitzmann  | 14.07.2021 Potenziale von Kurzumtriebsplantagen als produktionsintegrierte Naturschutzmaßnahme zur Aufwertung der Biotopfunktion für die Tier- und Pflanzenwelt in der Agrarlandschaft Prof. Dr. Michael Reich Lisa Seiler  | 14.07.2021 Designing Public Space for Risk Communication and Disaster Resilience in Low-income Neighborhoods as Part of a Landslide Early Warning System - the Case of Bello Oriente, Medellin Prof. Dr. Christian Werthmann Jaouad El Aasmi  | 14.07.2021 Zum Trag- und Verformungsverhalten von Holz-Beton-Verbundbrücken unter Verwendung von Holz mit hoher Einbaufeuchte Prof. Alexander Furche Cedric Gapinski  | 12.05.2021 Der Effekt unterschiedlicher Informationsformate von Ökosystemleistungen auf die Akzeptanz für Renaturierungsmaßnahmen Prof. Dr. Christina von Haaren

Kathleen Margit Dahmen  | 12.05.2021 Soziale Räume und Orte in ländlichen Räumen in Deutschland im Kontext gesellschaftlichen Wandels. Soziale Räume und Orte als Begegnungsmöglichkeiten erkennen, fördern und neuinstallieren Prof. Dr. Bettina Oppermann

Christian Corral  | 12.05.2021 Future scenarios for Guayaquil, Transitions between the city and the river Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Schröder

Charlotte Hopf  | 11.11.2020 Der Wiederaufbau des Berliner Domes Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

Frank Peters  | 11.11.2020 Lumineszenz und Absorptionsphänomene - Ursachen und Anwendung für die Schadensdagnose im Bauwesen Prof. Dr. Andreas Rapp

Melanie Piser  | 11.11.2020 Empowerment durch digitale Partizipation für die soziokulturell benachteiligte, weibliche Bevölkerung in lokalen Entscheidungsprozessen Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Kendra Busche  | 07.07.2020 Reizende Landschaften, Provozierende Prozesse. Ermöglichung und Ermächtigung für das Entwerfen räumlicher Eigenart im urbanen Raum Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Filip Snieg  | 07.07.2020 East Side Transition Stories - a comparision of sustainability transitions in post-socialist shrinking cities in the border region Czech Republic, Germany, and Poland Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Caendia Jeanne Wijnbelt  | 08.07.2020 Sketching Mindscapes. Place and reflexivity in architectural design Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Dr. phil. Margitta Buchert

Fritz Wilhelms  | 08.07.2020 Videobasierte Aufbereitung von Experimenten und Laborübungen sowie von CNC-gestützten Fertigungs- und Arbeitsvorgängen der Bauberufe Prof. Dr. Klaus Littmann

Jan-Philipp Drude  | 13.05.2020 Changing Perspective: First Person Modular Design in VR Prof. Mirco Becker

Viola Stenger  | 13.05.2020 Autobahnkirchen und Autobahnkapellen in Deutschland und Europa Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

Polina Krapivnitckaia  | 13.05.2020 Detection and Flight Patterns Study of Bats in a Wind Park Using a Combination of Detection Methods as a Basis for Mitigation Measures Prof. Dr. Michael Reich

Chen Zhu  | 22.04.2020 Integrating Soundscape Evaluation in Cultural Ecosystem Service Assessment Prof. Dr. Christina von Haaren

Victor Sardenberg  | 04.02.2020 Computational Framework for Quantifiying the Architectural Aesthetic Experience Prof. Mirco Becker

Sarah Wiesner  | 15.01.2020 Walter Rossow (1910-1992). Leben und Werk Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

Reinhard A. Müller  | 15.01.2020 Die Wilkhahn-Bauten in Eimbeckhausen - Architektur und Unternehmenskultur eines Möbelproduzenten Prof. Dr. Markus Jager 

Birte Bredemeier  | 16.10.2019 An indicator approach for assessing the effects of arable farming on biodiversity Prof. Dr. Christina von Haaren

Maria Rammelmeier  | 05.06.2019 Engagement für lebendige, ländliche Regionen Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Lisa Barthels  | 05.06.2019 Erfolgsfaktoren formatorientierter Stadt- und Regionalentwicklung und Transfermöglichkeiten auf andere Regionen – Das Fallbeispiel Lausitz Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Jonas Jakob Benedikt Lamberg  | 08.05.2019 Beitragspotentiale eines autonomen ÖPNV zur Sicherung der Daseinsvorsorge Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Alexandra Knapp  | 10.04.2019 Scheunenviertel in Deutschland Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

Julian Benny Hung  | 10.04.2019 Der filmische Blick auf den Raum: Narrative Elemente und Strukturen in der Architektur Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Dr. phil. Margitta Buche

Jan Stefan Drzymalla  | 10.04.2019 Theoretische und experimentelle Untersuchung der örtlichen Feinstaubverteilung im Gebäude zur Ermittlung von Partikelaufnahmen über den menschlichen Respirationstrakt sowie Integration der Erkenntnisse in die TGA-Planungsmethodik (IFC-Format) Prof. Dr. Dirk Bohne

Huiting Ruan  | 16.01.2019 Identifying, Understanding and Designing Locality in Urban Landscapes along River Rhine Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Riccarda Cappeller  | 16.01.2019 Kooperative Architektur – Gestaltungsparadigmen für „Lived Space“ als urbane Praxis Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Schröder

Franziska Bode | 17.10.2019 Lebendigkeit, Komplexität und Dynamik als Merkmale transformierter Landschaften – Über die Notwendigkeit des Designs ökologischer Prozesse Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Lina Zhang | 04.07.2018 Assessing spatial equity impacts of low-income housing policy in Shanghai Junior-Prof. Dr. Frank Othengrafen

Jakob Emanuel Schäuble | 04.07.2018 Untersuchung zur Erhöhung der Netzdienlichkeit von Nichtwohngebäuden Prof. Dr. Dirk Bohne

Johanna Hurst | 04.07.2018 Erfassungen der Fledermausaktivität über dem Wald als Grundlage für methodische Empfehlungen zu Untersuchungen und Maßnahmen an Windkraftstandorten im Wald Prof. Dr. Michael Reich

Anne Finger | 04.07.2018 Mobilität, quo vadis? Potentiale für Mobilität als integrativer Bestandteil einer nachhaltigen Raumentwicklung Prof. Dr. Barbara Zibell

Anna Schlattmann | 06.06.2018 Sustainability Evaluation of water use - A global perspective on ecosystems, biodiversity and water governance Prof. Dr. Christina von Haaren

Christoph Dankers | 11.04.2018 Scenarios for the future development of Riyadh’s wadi systems Junior-Prof. Dr. Christian Albert

Selay Ünlü | 17.01.2018 Neuausrichtung der Dorfentwicklung in Niedersachsen – Analyse des Mehrwerts der interkommunalen Kooperation in der Dorfentwicklung für den Planungs- und Entwicklungsprozess in Dörfern Junior-Prof. Dr. Frank Othengrafen

Michaela Deininger | 17.01.2018 Das Transformationspotenzial ausgewählter Bewertungsmethoden für Ökosystemleistungen im Hinblick auf eine (queer-)feministisch-politische Naturschutzagenda J unio -Prof. Dr. Tanja Mölders

Verena Butt  | 15.12.2023 Ambivalente Orte. Entwurfsstrategien für post-militärische Landschaften Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Amanda Grobe  | 30.11.2023 Etablierung von Torfmoosen und Begleitvegetation bei Torfmooskultivierung auf geringmächtigem Schwarztorf Prof. Dr. Michael Rode

Michael Braun  | 09.05.2023 Zielkonflikte zwischen Biodiversitätsschutz und Proßezschutz bei der Regeneration des ehemaligen Küsten- und Wiesenschutzgebietes „Priwall“ bei Travemünde Prof. Dr. Michael Reich

Felix Zitzmann  | 07.03.2023 Potenziale von Kurzumtriebsplantagen als produktionsintegrierte Naturschutzmaßnahme zur Aufwertung der Biotopfunktion für die Tier- und Pflanzenwelt in der Agrarlandschaft Prof. Dr. Michael Reich

Huiting Ruan  | 08.02.2023 Enliving locality with a non-representational approach: Cases of waterfront spaces along the River Rhine Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Reinhild Amiyo Ruhnke  | 04.05.2022 Die Inszenierung des Stadtgrüns. Blumenschmuck und Schmuckbeete in preußischen Städten im 19. und frühen 20. Jahrhundert Prof. Dr. Joachim Wolschke-Bulmahn

Jakob Schäuble | 22.06.2022 Untersuchungen zum netzgeführten Taktbetrieb einer Betonkerntemperierung Prof. Dr. Dirk Bohne

Kathrin Otten | 18.07.2022 Untersuchung der Wassertransportmechanismen in hydrophobierten mineralischen Bauten Prof. Dr. Klaus Littmann

Sarah Wehmeyer | 31.08.2022 Die Collage als Praktik forschenden Entwerfens Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Dr. phil. Margitta Buchert

Kendra Busche  | 10.10.2022 Reizende Landschaften, Provozierende Prozesse. Involvierendes Entwerfen und intersphärisches Agieren für Eigenarten in urbanen Landschaften Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Charlotte Hopf   | 11.10.2022 Der Berliner Dom. Sein Wiederaufbau durch Staat und Kirche im geteilten Deutschland Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

Reinhard Müller | 19.10.2022 Die Wilkhahn–Bauten in Bad Münder – Fabrikarchitektur eines Möbelproduzenten im 20. Jahrhundert Prof. Dr. Markus Jager

Mathias Sch ol z  | 16.12.2021 Anwendbarkeit von Bioindikationssystemen für planerische und naturschutzfachliche Fragestellungen in Auen Prof. Dr. Christina von Haaren Steffen Bösenberg  | 22.07.2021 Plastizität. Konzeptionen post-industrieller Transformation. Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Dr. phil. Margitta Buchert Sarah Gottwald  | 11.06.2021 Sense of Place in Spatial Planning: Applying Instrumental and Deliberative Approaches at the River Lahn Prof. Dr. Christian Albert Tanja Remke  | 07.06.2021 Der Extremtypus in der Büroarchitektur. Seine Repräsentanten im Wandel der Arbeitswelt und die Bedingungen für ihr Entstehen.“ Prof. Dr. Barbara Zibell Falco Knaps  | 14.04.2021 Raumbezogene Identität als Faktor für eine nachhaltige Raumplanung P D Dr. Sylvia Herrmann Almut Wolff  | 24.03.2021 Der Einfluss von Akteursperspektiven auf kommunikativ gestaltete Planungsprozesse. Divergenz und Konvergenz akteursspezifischer Handlungskulturen an den Schnittstellen partizipativer Planungsprozesse und ihr Einfluss auf die Planung. Prof. Dr. Frank Othengrafen Jörn Harfst  | 24.03.2021 Framework conditions and development potentials of (old) industrialised towns and regions in Central Europe Prof. Dr. Frank Othengrafen Katharina Krämer  | 23.02.2021 Doing Design – (Re)Doing Difference? Perspektiven von Gender und Diversity in der Designlehre Prof. Dr. Tanja Mölders Angelina Göb  | 10.02.2021 Lebenswelten im Suburbanen: (Re)konstruktion von Raum und Routinen am Rande von Hannover Prof. Dr. Frank Othengrafen Insa Cheng  | 10.02.2021 Das Potenzial der Tätigkeiten von Frauen auf die Entwicklung ländlicher Räume. Zum Einfluss und Rollenzuschreibungen von Frauen am Beispiel der Gemeinde Krummhörn. Prof. Dr. Frank Othengrafen Ines Lüder  | 03.02.2021 Regionale Transformation und historische ländliche Gebäude Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Janine Sybertz  | 07.01.2020 Auswirkungen landnutzungs- und klimawandelbedingter Umweltveränderungen auf Tierarten und naturschutzfachlicheHandlungsoptionen Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Michael Reich

Johanna Hurst  | 27.01.2020 Erfassungen der Fledermausaktivität über dem Wald als Grundlage für methodische Empfehlungenzu Untersuchungen und Maßnahmen an Windkraftstandorten im Wald Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Michael Reich

Listen Prima  | 23.02.2020 " Heritag e Led Sustainable Development of Indonesia´s Villages - Scenarios for Village Alliances in South Sumaterabased on the Concepts of Heritage Architecture and Village Monument" Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Schröder

Lena Greinke  | 06.05.2020 Berufsbedingte Multilokalität in ländlichen Räumen Niedersachsens – Gesellschaftliche und räumliche Auswirkungen mehrörtiger Lebensweisen als planerische Herausforderung am Beispiel des Landkreises Diepholz Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Julia Thiele | 31.08.2020 Erfassung und Bewertung kultureller Ökosystemdienstleistungen von morphologischen Auen Prof. Dr. rer. hort. Christina von Haaren

Elena Paul | 08.10.2020 Batteriespeicher in Nichtwohngebäuden. Untersuchungen zum Einsatz zur Lastspitzkappung und Steigerung der Netzdienlichkeit Prof. Dr. Dirk Bohne

Maaria Vilja Larjosto  | 20.06.2019 Dynamic Urban Islands: Seasonal Landscape Strategies for Resilient Transformation Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Chen Wen  | 29.07.2019 The elderly in green spaces: understanding, mapping, and planning for nature-based recreation Prof. Dr. rer. hort. Christina von Haaren

Ana Pimenta Ribeiro  | 14.08.2019 Bringing to light a new energy path: biomass residues as a contribution to a sustainable and inclusive energy source in Brazil. Apl. Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Michael Rode

Nana Wix  | 21.08.2019 Blühstreifen als Naturschutzmaßnahme zur Förderung der Avifauna und Tagfalterfauna in der Agrarlandschaft Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Michael Reich

Luqi Wang  | 23.10.2019 Exploring the bicycle planning culture and implementation challenges: case studies of Hamburg and Wuhan Prof. Dr. Frank Othengrafen

Song Song  | 11.12.2019 Designing Urban Wetland Parks in China –Towards Guidelines for Integrating Ecological and Open Space UseConcerns Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Sarah Theresa Hartmann  | 20.02.2018 Monuments of Everyday Life – Interplays of City, Infrastructure and Architecture in São Paulo Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Schröder

Sarah Annika Matthies  | 15.03.2018 Species richness in urban green spaces – Relevant aspects for nature conservation Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Rüdiger Prasse

Yara Cristina Labronici Baiardi | 08.05.2018 Node of transport and place: Dilemmas, Challenges and Potentialities towards the Development of a Mobility Urban Hub Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Schröder

Sarah C. Schreiner | 16.05.2018 Ko-produktive Stadt - Standorte und Kooperationen kreativer Kleinstunternehmen als Handlungsfeld für Stadtentwicklung und Wirtschaftsförderung in Hamburg Dr. Frank Othengrafen

Janna Eberhard | 29.06.2018 Kirche und 'Elefant' im Kloster Loccum. Neue Perspektiven auf Zisterzienserarchitektur Prof. Dr. Joachim Ganzert

Wasim Rida Salama | 04.07.2018 Design for disassembly as an alternative sustainable construction approach to life-cycle-design of concrete buildings Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Alexander Furche

Joseph Claghorn | 06.07.2018 Algorithmic Landscapes: Computational Methods for the Mediation of Form, Information, and Performance in Landscape Architecture / Algorithmische Landschaften: Rechenmethoden zur Vermittlung zwischen Form, Information und Performance in der Landschaftsarchitektur Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Christian Werthmann

Carsten Ludowig | 19.07.2018 Einfluss horizontaler Barrieren auf die Vermeidung von Maulwurfshügeln in Rasenflächen Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Gilbert Lösken

Sarah Daniela Schomers | 12.12.2018 Intermediaries within the governance structures of payment for ecosystem services: Cost-effectiveness andenvironmental effectiveness from an institutional economic perspective Prof. Dr. Bettina Matzdorf

Birte Stiers  | 22.02.2017 Die Gärten bürgerlicher Villen und Landhäuser im nordwestdeutschen Raum (1871-1918) Prof. Dr. Joachim Wolschke-Bulmahn

Rainer Ernst Joachim Schomann  | 20.04.2017 Gartendenkmalpflege in Niedersachsen - zwischen theoretischem Anspruch und möglicher Umsetzung Prof. Dr. Joachim Wolschke-Bulmahn

Martin Sondermann | 26.04.2017 Planungskulturen kooperativer Stadtgrünentwicklung Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Enke Franck  | 14.06.2017 Regionalplanung als integrative Schlüsselfunktion bei der strategischen Anpassung an den Klimawandel in Niedersachsen Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Linda Lange | 22.08.2017 Multilokalität in ländlich geprägten Räumen Niedersachsens - Zum Einfluss einer durch temporäre An- und Abwesenheiten gekennzeichneten Lebensweise auf das bürgerschaftliche Engagement Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Meike Hellmich | 06.11.2017 Nachhaltiges Landmanagement vor dem Hintergrund des Klimawandels als Aufgabe der räumlichen Planung. Eine Evaluation im planerischen Mehrebenensystem an den Beispielen der Altmark und des Landkreises Lüchow-Dannenbergs Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Renko Johannes Steffen | 06.11.2017 Geschossdecken aus Bambus Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Alexander Furche

Gesine Tuitjer  | 28.11.2017 Aber dann mit Familie ist einfach das Dorfleben viel, viel besser. Sinn, Praxis und Materialität in der Konstruktion von Raum und Geschlecht Jun.-Prof. Dr. Tanja Mölders

Verena Stengel | 07.03.2016 Baumwurzeleinwuchs bei Geh- und Radwegen - Wirkung von Baustoffeigenschaften und Bauweisen auf die Durchwurzelbarkeit und Ansätze zur Schadenvorbeugung Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Gilbert Lösken

Li Xin | 21.06.2016 Integrated Strategies of Landscape-based Stormwater Management in northern China – An analysis and comparativestudy of six Chinese stormwater management projects Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Andrea Christa Dittrich-Wesbuer  | 05.07.2016 Multilokalität und Stadtentwicklung - Veränderte Muster räumlicher Mobilität und ihre lokalen Implikationen Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Wiebke Saathoff   | 12.07.2016 Möglichkeiten der Initiierung einer klima- und naturschutzfreundlichen Landwirtschaft gemäß Subsidiaritätsprinzip am Beispiel der Biogasproduktion Prof. Dr. rer. hort. Christina von Haaren

Christina Marie Milos  | 15.07.2016 Anticipating the Spatial Impacts of Oil Sands Production on Livelihoods and Infrastructure in Ondo State, Nigeria Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Christian Werthmann

Friedrich Maximilian Wilhelm Fischer  | 17.08.2016 Die Intelligenz der Hände. Analoge und digitale Architekturdarstellung in der zeitgenössischen Entwurfsmethodik Prof. Dr. Albert Schmid-Kirsch

Meike Levin-Keitel  | 22.08.2016 Innerstädtische Flusslandschaften im Spiegel der lokalen Planungskultur. Planungskulturelle Perspektiven einer integrierten und nachhaltigen Stadtentwicklung im Umgang mit ihren Flusslandschaften. Prof. Dr. Rainer Danielzyk

Monika Baronin von Haaren | 01.11.2016 Bewertung des Wasserverbrauchs im landwirtschaftlichen Ackerbau unter Berücksichtigung des Klimawandels - Entwicklung einer Methode für die Managementsoftware MANUELA am Beispiel eines Ackerbaubetriebs in Nordost-Niedersachsen Dr. Uwe Herrmann

Christiae Kania-Feistkorn  | 15.11.2016 Vom Spielen und Entwerfen. Spielerische Erkenntnisweisen und Ideenfindung im Entwurfsprozess urbaner Landschaften Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Linda Meyer-Veltrup  | 25.11.2016 Suitability of test methods to characterize the durability of timber products in various exposure situations underparticular consideration of their moisture performance Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Andreas O. Rapp

Anke Schmidt  | 13.12.2016 Geschichten urbaner Landschaften. Formate des Erzählens für kollaborative Entwurfsprozesse Prof. Dr. Martin Prominski

Joëlle Aline  | 21.01.2015 Wohnmobilität im Alter - ein zukunftsfähiger Ansatz für eine nachhaltige Siedlungsentwicklung nach innen? Prof. Dr. Barbara Zibell

Imke Hennemann-Kreikenbohm | 17.02.2015 Kompensationsmaßnahmen und energetische Nutzungspotenziale – Kurzumtriebsplantagen und Kurzumtriebsstreifenals mögliche Maßnahmen im Rahmen der Eingriffsregelung Apl. Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Michael Rode

Laura Kienbaum-Rosenberger  | 23.02.2015 Stadt: Seilbahn: Architektur. Entwurfsbausteine und Gestaltungszusammenhänge. Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Dr. phil. Margitta Buchert

Christopher Jens Garthe  | 24.02.2015 Erholung und Bildung in Nationalparken: Gesellschaftliche Einstellungen, ökologische Auswirkungen und Ansätze für ein integratives Besuchermanagement Prof. Dr. rer. hort. Christina von Haaren

Sibylle Schmidt | 03.03.2015 Kompetenzorientierung in modularisierten Studiengängen zur Schließung curricularer Lücken Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Klaus Littmann

Carolin Galler  | 29.06.2015 Multifunktionalität von Umweltmaßnahmen - Quantifizierung multipler Umweltwirkungen und ihre Berücksichtigung in der Umweltplanung Prof. Dr. rer. hort. Christina von Haaren

Isabelle Miriam Kunze  | 21.07.2015 The social organisation of land use change in Wayanad, Kerala, South India Jun.-Prof. Dr. Tanja Mölders

Nirza Fabiola Castro Gonzáles  | 20.08.2015 Potenziale des Jatropha curcas-Anbaus für eine nachhaltige Produktion von Biodiesel in Bolivien - Am Beispiel einer Fallstudie in der bolivianischen Region El Gran Chaco des Departamentos Santa Cruz Apl. Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Michael Rode

Simon Rietz  | 11.11.2015 Deutsche Soldatenfriedhöfe des Ersten Weltkrieges und der Weimarer Republik. Ein Beitrag zur Professionsgeschichteder Landschaftsarchitektur. Prof. Dr. Joachim Wolschke-Bulmahn

Wolf-Hagen Pohl  | 20.05.2014 Betreuer Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Alexander Furche Veränderung der Dicke von Titanzink bei Dachdeckungen und Wandbekleidungen im Hochbau aufgrund atmosphärischer Korrosion - Vergleichende Betrachtung der Ergebnisse aus den Untersuchungsverfahren - Dickenmessung mit der Ultraschall-Prüftechnik Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Alexander Furche

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Germany does not only offer impressive architectural sights from various time periods, but German architects continuously contribute innovative designs and unique buildings . Pursuing your Master’s degree in Architecture in Germany can be an inspirational and one-of-a-kind experience for you which can significantly advance your career.

German universities offer a variety of options to study Architecture in English. While some courses focus broadly on training architects, others deal with more specific contemporary topics, such as the development of contemporary architecture structure or how historic cities can function in our modern world.

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Digital narratives.

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Technology management - double master's program [german].

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To apply for a Master degree in Architecture, applicants have to present an academic degree in a subject relevant to the specialization of the specific program. For some programs, this needs to be an academic degree in Architecture, but other programs also admit students who previously studied Design, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Interior Design or Cultural Studies. Furthermore, most programs only look to admit students who can prove their special aptitude by demonstrating they have the creative, technical and practical skills necessary to study Architecture. Therefore, most programs in Architecture require their applicants to hand in a portfolio with their previous work or demonstrate work experience. You can also expect to hand in standard certificates (first degree certificate and a transcript of records). These typically include your CV, a letter of motivation and sometimes letters of reference. Additionally, you will have to prove your English language abilities with a language certificate.

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The Department of Architecture lists a plenty of ongoing research and development projects. The number of registered doctorates – currently more than 160 – is very high in comparison with other german schools of architecture. In terms of research reputation and performance, the department is one of the leaders in the field of German architectural education. The third-party funding income of the Department of Architecture is among the TOP 5 in Germany in all categories (5.5 million euros total income in 2018).

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At the Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning it is possible to gain a doctoral degree in engineering (Dr.-Ing.).

Architects and urban planners tend to be a rare commodity because – unlike many other academic disciplines – proof of an academic qualification in the form of a doctoral degree is not a prerequisite for a successful career in architecture or urban planning. There are thus comparatively few doctoral researchers at our Faculty. However, interest in doctoral degree studies has grown over the past few years.

In scarcely any other subject is the spectrum of dissertation topics as broad as in architecture and urban planning. Likewise, the diversity across the Faculty's institutes is reflected in the broad spectrum of research topics and methodology of our research. There are dissertations in engineering which experimentally address issues related to building physics and structural design; dissertations on history of art and architecture which study historic buildings, architectural styles, construction techniques or master builders or matters of monument protection; and dissertations investigating architectural and planning theory , architectural sociology, building economics, building, urban and landscape ecology, design and planning methods, building studies and urban and landscape planning .

The doctoral procedure is set out in the current  Doctoral degree regulations   of the University of Stuttgart. Doctoral studies at our Faculty are also open to applicants with a university degree in a subject other than architecture and urban planning provided their chosen topic is relevant and supervised by a member of the Faculty's teaching staff. Past doctoral researchers have included civil engineers, geographers, art historians and biologists.

Non-German applicants must prove beforehand that the university degree from their home country is regarded as equivalent to that of a German university.

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If you wish to enroll as a doctoral researcher, you should discuss your chosen topic with a member of the Faculty teaching staff who specializes in a field relevant to your planned area of research. You will finalize the topic of your doctoral study with your prospective supervisor and submit an application for acceptance to the Faculty as a doctoral researcher . Decisions on matters related to doctoral studies are taken by the  doctoral committee .

So far the Faculty has only admitted individual doctoral researchers and has not yet set up a research training group or graduate schools. Some institutes organize regular Doktorandenkolloquien at which doctoral researchers can present, report and discuss the progress of their work. In 2004 the Faculty introduced cross-institute discussion forums specifically for doctoral researchers whose dissertation topics are related to urban development and urban planning ( Doktorandenkolloquium Stadt ).

The participating institutes are the  Institute of Urban Planning and Design , the  Institute for Housing and Design , the   Institute of Architectural History  and the  Institute of Spatial and Regional Planning  (Faculty 2).

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Viviana Torero studied architecture and urbanism in Lima and Mexico City. She completed her Master's degree with distinction from the National Autonomous University in Mexico. During her Master's studies, she participated in an academic research stay at the Technical School of Architecture of the University of Seville in Spain. Since October 2021, she has been working on her dissertation "After Style-Style and Meaning in Architecture" at the Department of Architectural Theory of the Institute of Architecture at the Technical University of Berlin as part of the DAAD doctoral scholarship.

Working title of the dissertation: "After Style-Style and Meaning in Architecture".

Ozan Soya studied architecture at the Izmir Institute of Technology and completed an M.Sc. degree in architectural history at Istanbul Technical University. His master's thesis "Modernism in Italian and Turkish Architectures during The Interwar Period" comparatively examined the interaction of modernism with the architectural traditions of Italy and Turkey in the period between the two world wars. He worked as an architect for architectural firms; lectured and ran architectural design studios at various schools of architecture. His PhD project at the TU Berlin deals with the evolution of tectonic thinking in contemporary architectural theory.

Working title of the dissertation: “Shifting Notions: A Critical Theory of Tectonic Thinking in Architecture”

Hu Fei studied architecture at the School of Architecture and Planning, Hunan University in China and completed the master's degree in architecture in 2020. His master's thesis "The Thought, Evolution, Criticism and Accumulation of Archigram" was awarded the Provincial Excellence in Master's Thesis. Since February 2023, he has been working on his doctoral project dealing with the themes of Neo-avant-gardes' progressive critiques on modern architecture in 1950-70s at the Department of Architectural Theory at the Institute of Architecture at Technische Universität Berlin as part of the CSC doctoral scholarship.

Zorica Međo received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in architecture from the University of Belgrade. She then worked in several international architectural offices in Serbia, Brazil, Qatar and Germany. Her work has been exhibited at the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts, the Museum of Applied Arts in Belgrade and the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (Iaac) in Barcelona. She has taught at the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Belgrade and at the Laboratory for Integrative Architecture (LIA) at the Technical University of Berlin. Zorica is currently working on her dissertation "Socio-Aesthetics of Porosity: Porous Spaces in Collective Housing" at the LIA and the Department of Architectural Theory at the TU Berlin, with the scholarship of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation and the Scholarship for Young Scholars (PAS) of the TU Berlin. Her research examines the relationship between architecture and social life using the example of collective living spaces, starting from the concept of "porosity".

Working title of the dissertation:  "Socio-Aesthetics of Porosity: Porous Spaces in Collective Housing"

Christina Papadopoulou was born in Athens and graduated from the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Thessaly in Greece in 2013. She has worked in several international studios in Athens, London and Berlin, including 314 architecture studio, Divercity Architects, Mila Gesellschaft von Architekten mbH, gmp Architekten. She has been a member of the Berlin Chamber of Architects since 2021. She is a PhD candidate at the Department of Architectural Theory, Institute of Architecture, TU Berlin, where she is writing her dissertation under the supervision of Professor Jörg Gleiter. Her research examines the urban constellations of disturbance on the island of Syros and their transformation in the context of a humanitarian crisis as well as specific factors such as globalisation, climate change and state strategies for dealing with urbanity that are currently transforming our society. The history of the capital of the Cyclades, Syros, goes back at least 5,000 years, to the early Bronze Age of Cycladic civilisation, and entails a high degree of individuality of the inhabitants as well as very specific environmental conditions that have led to typological homogeneity. The search for a collective identity explores the notion of tourism as an evolutionary urban and communal impulse in this context of investigation. In 2022, Christina began her dissertation, which she is working on alongside her professional work as a senior architect in the office of gmp Architekten in Berlin.

Working title of the dissertation: "Tourism as impulse of urban and social transformation subtitle: Local frames of a global phenomenon".

Ronay Baris Civas (b.1996), completed his bachelor's degree in architecture at Politecnico di Milano in 2017. In 2020, he completed his master's degree at the same institute. He worked as an architect in Milan and Berlin on projects of various scales. During his education and working life, he was interested in historical approaches to sustainability and contemporary architectural theory. In the department of architectural theory at TU, his focus is on understanding and defining the relationships between contemporary architectural practice and theory through the historical development of the architectural profession.

Working title of the dissertation: "Critical Theory of Architectural Professionalism"

Dragan Strunjas is architect from Belgrade living in New York City. He graduated architecture (10 semesters program) at Faculty of Architecture, University of Belgrade with chosen group of subjects History and Theory of Architecture and Arts. He focuses on contemporary issues of cities and society, their mutual interaction and visually researches different possibilities of architecture, its presentation and effects towards people. Belgrade, Berlin and New York have been his true inspiration, and for his works he also finds inspiration in the surroundings of different cities and spaces as well as constantly changing contemporary society. He has shown his work internationally.

He is in progress of pursuing a PhD at TU Berlin working on his thesis with topic “World Wide Web is influencing general knowledge in architectural history and theory and changing general perspectives on architecture”. 

Julian Franke , born in 1991, is an architect and philosopher. After completing his bachelor's degree at Münster University of Applied Sciences and a further degree in philosophy at TU Berlin with a stay abroad at University College Cork in Ireland, Julian graduated with a Master of Science in Architecture from TU Berlin. In Berlin and Zurich, he was able to gain experience in international architectural offices and now focuses on both practical and theoretical content as a freelance architect and research assistant at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts and as a doctoral student at the TU Berlin. In addition to developing innovative forms of housing and sustainable, future-oriented urban development, Julian deals with topics at the interface of architectural philosophy, anthropology, image theory and aesthetics. In his publications, he is particularly concerned with the perception of architecture and the associated role of imaginations, associations and interpretations of the respective user and recipient. 

Working title of the dissertation: "Critical Theory of Renunciation: Architecture between Ethics and Aesthetics"

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Top Universities in Germany to Study Architecture (2024)

Germany stands out as a leading choice for international students in Europe, offering a renowned higher education system and a diverse range of architecture programs spanning all study levels.

Within Europe, Germany boasts some of the most prestigious universities for architecture studies. These institutions have earned high praise in international rankings for their exceptional research and teaching. Right from the start of your academic journey, you’ll enjoy the exceptional resources and support provided by German universities, creating an ideal environment for study and research.

Here are the top universities in Germany to study architecture:

Technical University of Berlin

The Bachelor’s program in Architecture at TUB equips graduates with the skills to approach architecture responsibly and express their ideas in design work. Students explore architecture and urban planning from various angles, including social and ecological perspectives.

The program focuses on project-based learning, with semester-long design projects where students develop creative concepts and use architectural drawings to communicate them. The “Berlin model” combines building construction with design, offering students specialization options from the first year onwards, helping them shape their profile during their bachelor’s studies.

Before starting the Bachelor’s program, students are required to complete one or more internships totaling at least 320 hours, typically lasting for about 8 weeks. The Technical University of Berlin offers four architecture workshops, an architecture museum, and a departmental library for architecture and art, providing resources and spaces for architecture students.

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The Technical University of Berlin offers programs in:

• Architecture B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science)
• Architecture M.Sc. (Master of Science)
• Architecture Typology M.Sc. (Master of Science)
• Master Urban Design M.Sc.
• Building Archeology and Heritage Conservation M.Sc.

> Exp lore all degree programs at Technical University of Berlin.

Technical University of Munich

The Department of Architecture within the TUM School of Engineering and Design (ED) is a dynamic institution, boasting 1,500 students, over 200 dedicated researchers, and 27 professorships. Their educational approach prioritizes research and collaboration with public organizations and businesses.

Situated in the thriving research hub of greater Munich, their mission revolves around elevating both teaching and research in their field, as well as pioneering strategies for reshaping the environment. The Department of Architecture at TUM is highly active in ongoing research and development projects, and it has an impressive number of over 160 doctoral candidates, surpassing most other German architecture schools.

In terms of funding, it ranks among the top 5 in Germany, with a total income of 5.5 million euros in 2018. To support its research and education efforts, the department operates various specialized facilities, including archiving, experimental resources, and more.

Key facilities within the department include Architekturmuseum der TUM, Design Factory, Pavillon 333, Collection of the Architekturmuseum, Venture Lab Built Environment, and Vorhoelzer Forum.

The Technical University of Munich offers programs in:

• A. Architecture (Bachelor of Arts)
• A. Architecture (Master of Arts)
• A. Landscape Architecture (Master of Arts)
• Sc. Urbanism – Urban and Landscape Studies and Design (Master of Science)

> Explore all degree programs at Technical University of Munich.

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

The architecture department at KIT has 22 professors and a diverse teaching staff, providing practical and up-to-date education to around 1,000 students. The professorships are organized into four institutes: Design, Art and Theory, Design and Building Technology, Design of City and Landscape, and History of Art and Building. Students have the flexibility to focus on their interests, and international guest professorships enhance the educational offerings each semester.

During their studies, students at KIT’s Department of Architecture have access to the Southwest German Archive for Architecture and Civil Engineering, a significant archive in Germany. Students can also use the department’s extensive architecture library for research.

Additionally, there are five well-equipped study workshops, computer and plot pools that are accessible 24/7, and spacious studio rooms for Bachelor’s students, each with its dedicated workspace. Master’s students also have access to designated workstations.

The KIT Department of Architecture has a strong network, locally with institutions like ZKM and HfG Karlsruhe, and nationally with the Erich-Schelling-Stiftung, along with partnerships with over 50 international universities in Europe and beyond.

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology offers programs in:

• Bachelor of Architecture
• Master of Architecture
• German-French Double Master’s Degree Program in Architecture

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RWTH Aachen University

The Faculty of Architecture at RWTH Aachen University promotes creative architectural thinking and practice. Their curriculum emphasizes the human aspect of architecture, focusing on designing living spaces that consider culture, society, and the environment, with a strong focus on sustainability and responsibility.

In the Bachelor’s program, students learn fundamental architectural knowledge and methods through diverse design projects, from city planning to individual buildings. Lectures and exercises cover theory, history, design, construction, technology, and more, providing a solid architectural foundation.

The faculty combines architectural theory with hands-on experience in workshops and classrooms.

RWTH Aachen University’s collaborative research areas in architecture and the built environment include Built and Lived Environment (Growth Area), Cultural Heritage, Making of Housing, and REVIERa Transformation Platform.

RWTH Aachen University offers programs in:

• Sc. Architecture
• Sc. Urban Planning
• Sc. Transforming City Regions
• Sc. Construction and Robotics

> Explore all degree programs at RWTH Aachen University.

University of Stuttgart

Stuttgart houses one of Germany’s largest and most prestigious architecture faculties, featuring 16 institutes led by renowned experts. Supported by a diverse team of educators and guest lecturers, the Faculty offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines architecture and urban planning.

Students begin working in small workshop groups under the guidance of experienced architects from day one, complementing traditional lectures and seminars with hands-on projects. They have access to the Faculty library, “casino IT” computer pool, workshops for model construction, and a “RoboLab” for digital prototypes.

In today’s architecture and urban planning field, international and intercultural skills are increasingly valued. The Faculty encourages students to spend a semester abroad at one of their 100+ partner universities, earning a Bachelor [International+] certificate.

The Faculty is also known for its research, which spans architectural and urban history, societal structures, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Master’s graduates can pursue academic careers and earn a doctorate in engineering sciences (Dr.-Ing.) or philosophy (Dr.-Phil.).

The University of Stuttgart offers programs in:

• Sc. Architecture and Urban Planning (Bachelor of Science)
• Sc. Architecture and Urban Planning (Master of Science)
• Sc. Integrated Urbanism and Sustainable Design
• Sc. Integrative Technologies and Architectural Design Research (ITECH)

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Dresden University of Technology

The fields of Architecture and Landscape Architecture at TUD offer unique opportunities for creativity. Studying both of these disciplines in Dresden, with its distinctive urban and river landscapes, is truly remarkable.

Architecture is a versatile field that requires a combination of technical, creative, artistic, and mental skills. This program nurtures talent and dedication. The faculty is composed of accomplished architects and respected researchers. After completing their studies, students have a range of interesting career paths in various societal domains to choose from.

The faculty’s research focuses on key themes, including Knowledge Architecture, Design Methodology, Perception of Space, Historicity, Transcendence and Common Sense, Demographic Change, and Computer-Aided Teaching.

Dresden University of Technology offers programs in:

• Architecture (Diploma)
• Bachelor’s Program in Landscape Architecture
• Master’s Program in Landscape Architecture

> Explore all degree programs at Dresden University of Technology.

Technical University Dortmund

The Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering at the Technical University Dortmund covers Architecture, Urban Design, and Civil Engineering. What sets it apart is the “Dortmunder Modell Bauwesen,” a distinctive approach in Germany where architects and civil engineers are trained together. This approach promotes collaboration between these disciplines while ensuring that students receive in-depth training in their fields.

The degree programs also emphasize a well-rounded education that encourages students to consider all aspects of construction projects. They include hands-on experience through collaborative projects, allowing students to apply what they’ve learned in real-world situations.

The Technical University Dortmund hosts several research institutions, including the Architecture Archive NRW, Institute for Building Research, German Institute for Building Research, and the Material Archive.

Technical University Dortmund offers programs in:

• BSc in Architecture and Urban Planning (Bachelor of Science)
• MSc in Architecture and Urban Planning (Master of Science)

> Explore all degree programs at Technical University Dortmund.

Leibniz University Hannover

The Faculty of Architecture and Landscape Sciences at Leibniz University Hannover consists of nine institutes covering a range of disciplines, including architecture, urban design, vocational sciences in the building trade, and landscape architecture.

The Faculty actively participates in various university research centers and collaborates on joint projects with other faculties within Leibniz Universität Hannover, as well as with other universities, research institutions, and both economic and local partners. Knowledge and technology transfer are integral components of the Faculty’s activities.

Research centers at this faculty include TRUST, CGL (Centre for Garden Art and Landscape Architecture), LiFE 2050, CINC (Centre for Inclusive Citizenship).

Leibniz University Hannover offers programs in:

• Sc. in Architecture
• Sc. in Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning
• Sc. in Architecture and Urban Planning
• Sc. in Landscape Architecture

> Explore all degree programs at Leibniz University Hannover.

Methodology for Ranking Top Universities in Germany for Architecture (2024)

Our methodology for ranking the top universities in Germany for Architecture in 2024 is concise yet comprehensive, beginning with the QS World University Rankings as a foundational benchmark.

We then delve deeper into each university’s architecture program, evaluating factors such as program breadth, academic quality, industry partnerships, hands-on opportunities, research areas, and facilities.

This approach ensures a balanced assessment, focusing on both academic excellence and practical application, to provide a well-rounded view of the best institutions for architecture studies in Germany.

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Each of our structured doctoral programs offers a comprehensive and cross-disciplinary curriculum designed to help you realize your full potential and prepare for a successful career. The programs include innovative, personalized advising with regular progress checks, as well as extensive opportunities to broaden your research network and connect with peers in your field.

The University of Bonn offers a wide range of funding opportunities, which have been summarized for you on this page, divided into the following categories:

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Doctoral education at the highest level: BIGS enable doctoral studies in outstanding research contexts with attractive international collaborations and a qualification program tailored to the needs of graduate students.

Located at the Hausdorff Center for Mathematics and supported by Germany’s Excellence Initiative, BIGS-M  is home to all of the University’s doctoral candidates in mathematics and contributes to Bonn’s excellent international reputation in the field.

BGSE offers a structured program that is tailored to the needs of doctoral candidates, including an internationally recognized research network.

Supported by Germany’s Excellence Initiative and jointly administered by the renowned Physics Institutes at the Universities of Bonn and Cologne, BCGS  offers doctoral studies through an integrated honors program.

Home to an international community of talented biomedical scientists, BIGS DrugS 6 6 is the hub for doctoral candidates from pharma research institutes within the University’s Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and Faculty of Medicine.

BIGS-OAS offers a wide range of courses within a research context, focused on the cultures and societies of Asia and Asia Minor.

BIGS Neuroscience provides a top-level, internationally competitive program in this rapidly growing field.

BIGS CPS's interdisciplinary approach combines medical, agricultural and pharmaceutical research.

BIGS Chemistry 10 doctoral candidates enjoy an exceptional and ambitious program covering all fields of chemistry.

This three-year doctoral program  is offered in conjunction with the University’s ImmunoSensation Cluster, which is funded by Germany’s Excellence Initiative.

Part of the University of Bonn’s Center for Development Research, BIGS-DR   trains students for an international career in development cooperation, policy or research through a combination of academic study and intensive tutorship.

The BIGS Land and Food combines the research at the agricultural Faculty with an interdisciplinary study program.

Clusters of Excellence stand for international and interdisciplinary elite research and offer young scientists excellent funding and career conditions. The University of Bonn currently has six clusters of excellence, more than any other university in Germany, and thus opens up a broad spectrum of possible research topics to doctoral candidates. Here you will find an overview of the university's clusters of excellence.

PhD Programs within our Excellence Cluster

The goal of the Hausdorff Center of Mathematics is to identify and address mathematical challenges of the 21st century, to advance groundbreaking fundamental mathematical research worldwide, and to develop the mathematical methods and tools required by science and society.

Part of the Hausdorff Center is also a graduate school: The Bonn International Graduate School of Mathematics (BIGS-M) hosts all doctoral students of mathematics and contributes to the outstanding international reputation of the university in this field. The duration of the program is usually 3 years, and the doctorate (Dr. rer nat.) can be earned as a degree.

More information: https://www.bigs-math.uni-bonn.de/de/studies/ 14 15 15

ImmunoSensation2 aims to continue the success story of the existing ImmunoSensation cluster. While the emphasis so far has been on fundamental research in particular of the innate immune system, now the mechanisms of immune intelligence are to be uncovered, i.e. the question of how the body succeeds in adapting immune responses to specific situations and then remembers this in order to be optimally prepared for similar challenges in the future. The cluster's graduate school, the Bonn International Graduate School Immunosciences and Infection offers a structured, three-year doctoral program.

You can find further information about this program here: 

https://www.immunosensation.de/opportunities/young-scientists

Until today, dependency studies has almost exclusively dealt with slavery on the American continent or in antiquity. The Cluster of Excellence "Bonn Center for Dependency and Slavery Studies (BCDSS)" aims to broaden this perspective in terms of content, space and time. Within the framework of the cluster, a structured doctoral program with a duration of 4 years is offered.

Further information can be found at:  https://www.dependency.uni-bonn.de/en 15 16

Over the last few decades, computer hardware has become smaller and smaller, but their technology remains more or less the same. Slowly, this development is reaching its limits.Thus, we need new technologies that satisfy our growing hunger for even more powerful hardware.

Quantum physics could be a solution.

Together with the University of Cologne and the RWTH Aachen, Bonn researchers want to work on making this new technology usable. To achieve this, quantum bits or even qubits - the quantum counterpart to our previous bits - quantum communication channels that build networks and error correction methods have to be explored from the ground up. As part of the Excellence Initiative, the Bonn-Cologne Graduate School of Physics and Astronomy (BCGS) offers a doctoral program with an integrated honors program.

Further information can be found at:  http://www.gradschool.physics.uni-bonn.de/. 4 4

The ECONtribute researches the functioning of markets as well as reasons for their failure. In doing so, the cluster goes beyond traditional analyses by systematically combining model-based theoretical approaches and behavioral explanatory models while incorporating legal and political frameworks. Within the cluster, the Bonn Graduate School of Economics (BGSE) offers doctoral students a tailored structured doctoral program that includes an internationally recognized research network.

Further information can be found at:  https://www.bgse.uni-bonn.de. 3 3

Increasing agricultural production despite limited land while reducing the ecological footprint of agriculture - this is one of the challenges of our time. For this reason, the University of Bonn and Forschungszentrum Jülich are jointly developing methods and new technologies to observe, analyze, better understand and more specifically treat plants. The cluster's graduate school, the Theodor Brinkmann Graduate School, offers an interdisciplinary study program to master's students and doctoral candidates at the Faculty of Agriculture.

More information: https://www.phenorob.de/ .

The Third-Party Funded Programs at the University of Bonn offer structured doctoral studies on selected research topics. They enable close networking among doctoral students conducting research on related topics.

Bonn International Graduate School of Mathematics (BIGS-M) 2 17 18 18 Located at the Hausdorff Center for Mathematics, BIGS-M provides an umbrella for all Bonn PhD students in mathematics. Thus, the BIGS-M contributes to the excellent national and international reputation of mathematics at Bonn.

Bonn International Graduate School Immunosciences and Infection The BIGS Immunosciences and Infection is a structured 3-year PhD program in conjunction with the ImmunoSensation Cluster/Bonn. The ImmunoSensation Cluster is part of the Excellence Strategy.

DFG Research Training Group "Gegenwart/Literatur. Geschichte, Theorie und Praxeologie eines Verhältnisses" (GRK 2291) [only in German] The Research Training group supported by the DFG  aims at the exploration and analysis of the constitutive dimensions of the concept of contemporary literature.  

DFG international Research Training Group "Myeloid antigen presenting cells and the induction of adaptive immunity" GRK (2168) 19 19 19 19 The DFG-funded project is a cooperation of the University of Bonn and the University of Melbourne. The principal research focus is the intersection between innate and adaptive immunity in the context of infection.

DFG Research Training Group  "The Macroeconomics of Inequality"  ( GRK 2281) 20 20 20 20 The research program focuses on the macroeconomic aspects of inequality, an aspect of first-order importance for society. 

DFG Research Training Group "Template-designed Organic Electronics (TIDE)" (GRK 2591) 21 21 21 The Graduate Program 'Template-Designed Optoelectronic Devices' (TIDE) aims to provide comprehensive doctoral education in the field of Organic Electronics (OE) to meet the requirements of highly qualified and multidisciplinary professionals. 

DFG Research Training Group "Tools and Drugs of the Future - Innovative Methods and New Modalities in Medicinal Chemistry" (GRK 2873) The goal of the RTG " Tools and Drugs of the Future" is to modernize medicinal chemistry and train a new generation of medicinal chemists and researchers at the interface with interconnected disciplines. In addition, the projects are intended to contribute to the development of new drug substances.

Integrated Research Training Group at the DFG Collaborative Research Centre "Synaptic Micronetworks in Health and Disease" (SFB 1089) 22 22 27 27 Located at the newly inaugurated SFB 1089 on neuronal networks, the Integrated Research Training Group offers a structured graduate program for all doctoral researchers at the Centre.

Integrated Research Training Group at theDFG Collaborative Research Centre "Future Rural Africa" (SFB/TR 228) The integrated research group is investigating the relationship between land use change and shaping the future in rural Africa in a total of 14 subprojects.

Integrated Research Training Group at the DFG Collaborative Research Centre "Open System Control of Atomic and Photonic Matter" (SFB/TR 185) 24 The collaborative research centre Oscar will explore the physics of open systems.

Integrated Research Training Group at the DFG Collaborative Research Centre "Aortic Diseases" (SFB/TR 259) 25 The aim of this research initiative is to better understand the molecular and cellular mechanisms of resident and non-resident cells in aortic diseases.

Integrated Research Training Group at the DFG Collaborative Research Centre "Regional Climate Change: Disentangling the Role of Land Use and Water Management" (SFB 1502) The SFB combines the strengths of the University of Bonn and its project partners to answer one of the most difficult questions in understanding climate change.

Integrated Research Training Group at the DFG Collaborative Research Centre "Brown and Beige Fat - Organ Crosstalk, Signaling and Energetics (BATenergy)" (SFB/TRR 333) The CRC investigates metabolism/diabetes and focusses on brown adipose tissue. 

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The NRW Forschungskolleg One Health and Urban Transformation is a transdisciplinary graduate school that aims to find interventions to achieve optimal health for humans, animals, plants and the environment with a special focus on developments in NRW, Saõ Paulo, Accra and Ahmedabad.

International Max Planck Research School Moduli Spaces 27 27 In cooperation with the University of Bonn, the renowned Bonn Max-Planck-Institute for Mathematics offers a PhD program with a special focus on the study of moduli.

International Max Planck Research School for Astronomy and Astrophysics 28 28 In cooperation between the Max-Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy and the Universities of Bonn and of Cologne, the Research School facilitates 3 years of PhD studies with a curriculum tailored to the individual student.

International Max Planck Research School for Brain and Behavior 29 The IMPRS for Brain & Behavior is a cooperation between the Max Planck Institute for Neurobiology of Behavior - caesar, the University of Bonn and the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) in Bonn

International Max Planck Research School - Recharge IMPRS-RECHARGE focuses on interdisciplinary research between chemistry and physics with an emphasis on catalytic mechanisms, physical-chemical analysis and energy topics. Scientific challenges shall be looked at from different angles. Furthermore the combination of theory and practice is a vital aim of the IMPRS-RECHARGE.

Marie Curie Innovative Training Network "Macro and Microplastic in Agricultural Soil Systems“ (SOPLAS) The SOPLAS project will assemble a multidisciplinary team to study the nexus of plastic–agriculture–soil. It will also train a new generation of leading experts. The project aims to identify the plastic cycle within agricultural soil systems and support the development of environmental policies related to mitigating the impact of plastics. The findings will advance our knowledge about the sustainable use of plastics in European agriculture.

Marie Curie Innovative Training Network "Early Stage Researchers EDUCational Program on Factor VIII Immunogenicity“ (EDUC8 ) 32 37 The EDUC8 program is a multidisciplinary training program with exposure of the enrolled ESRs to a core common educational package and development of individual PhD researchprojects dedicated to decreasing the societal burden associated with the development of anti-FVIII antibodies in Europe.

Marie Curie Innovative Training Network "Research and Training in Early Life Nutrition to Prevent Disease" (GROWTH)

GROWTH is an Innovative Training Network that aims to train young business-oriented researchers in developing pathological insights, biomarker diagnostics and personalized nutritional interventions for intestinal failure in neonates and preterm infants.

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The Tools4Teams research project will prepare the next generation of teamwork experts to contribute new insights and smart technologies for safe and effective care. Tools4Teams brings together expertise from social and technical sciences, human-centered design, education, and clinical specialties.

Trinational Graduate College "Mass and Integration in Antique Societies" [in German/French] Supported by the Deutsch-Französische Hochschule since 2011, the tri-national Graduate School in Ancient History offers curriculum events in Bonn, Berne, and Strasbourg.

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Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) 42 Unique in Europe, BIGS-DR links perspectives from the Faculties of Philosophy, Agriculture, and Law and Economics – with an international focus.

Bonn International Graduate School of Neuroscience (BIGS Neuroscience) 8 8 A collaboration between the University’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, as well as external partners, BIGS Neuroscience offers a medical program alongside five research areas in medicine.

SciMed Doctoral College 43 42 The Doctoral College offers scientific training for students in medicine and dental medicine, leading to a dual Dr. med. and Dr. med. dent. degree.

Researchers at the University of Bonn explore a wide variety of issues in economics, including game theory, applied microeconomics, monetary and international macroeconomics, contract theory, labor economics and finance.

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Bonn Graduate School of Economics (BGSE) BGSE offers a structured program that is tailored to the needs of doctoral candidates, including an internationally recognized research network.

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SciMed Doctoral College The Doctoral College offers scientific training for students in medicine and dental medicine, leading to a dual Dr. med. and Dr. med. dent. degree.

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Bonn International Graduate School of Neuroscience (BIGS Neuroscience) BIGS Neuroscience provides a top-level, internationally competitive program in this rapidly growing field.

Synaptic Micronetworks in Health and Disease (SFB 1089) Supported by the German Research Foundation (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft – DFG) collaborative research centers, this integrated research training group works to identify fundamental rules that govern neuronal behavior at the network level and translate network dynamics to mammalian and human behavior.

International Max Planck Research School for Brain and Behavior A joint venture of the University of Bonn, the Max-Planck-associated Center of Advanced European Studies and Research, the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, and Florida Atlantic University, this graduate school offers a complete doctoral and research program in the neurosciences.

Marie Curie Initial Training Network "modelling and pRedicting Human decision-making Using Measures of subconscious Brain processes through mixed reality interfaces and biOmetric signals" (RHUMBO) RHUMBO proposes using measures of subconscious brain processes through the use of mixed reality technologies (MRT) and advanced biometric signals processing as a new paradigm to improve the knowledge that implicit brain processes have in human decision-making.

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Bonn International Graduate School of Drug Sciences (BIGS DrugS) Home to an international community of talented biomedical scientists, BIGS DrugS is the hub for doctoral candidates from pharma research institutes within the University’s Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and Faculty of Medicine.

Bonn International Graduate School of Immunosciences and Infection

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DFG Research Training Group "Myeloid antigen presenting cells and the induction of adaptive immunity" GRK (2168) The DFG-funded project is a cooperation of the University of Bonn and the University of Melbourne.

At the University of Bonn’s Faculty of Arts, you’ll find a highly international environment with students and researchers in a wide range of fields.

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Structured Doctoral Program in German Studies (SPP) [website in German] Taught in German, the SPP supports doctoral candidates’ initiatives within the Institute for German, Comparative Literature and Cultural Studies.

German-Italian Doctoral College [website in German] Taught in German, this three-year grant program provides structured doctoral studies for researchers in German and Italian, with time in both Bonn and Florence.

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Mass and Integration in Antique Societies [website in German and French] Supported by Franco-German University and taught in German and French, this trinational doctoral program includes study in Bonn; Berne, Switzerland; and Strasbourg, France.

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International Graduate School of Oriental and Asian Studies (BIGS-OAS) BIGS-OAS offers a wide range of courses within a research context, focused on the cultures and societies of Asia and Asia Minor.

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Italian Studies [website in German and Italian] Offered in cooperation with the Universities of Florence and Paris-Sorbonne IV, this trinational doctoral program is taught in German and Italian.

Structured DPhil program at the Faculty of Arts The program supports qualified doctoral candidates from all disciplines in their doctoral projects. It provides the opportunity for networking, interdisciplinary exchange in diverse social sciences and humanities subjects, progress monitoring and financial support for travel, workshops or research funding as part of the doctorate.

European Founding Myths in Literature, Arts and Music [website in German, French and Italian] This trinational program is jointly organized by the Universities of Bonn, Florence and Paris-Sorbonne IV and taught in German, French and Italian.

Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) Part of the University of Bonn’s Center for Development Research, BIGS-DR trains students for an international career in development cooperation, policy or research through a combination of academic study and intensive tutorship.

The University’s Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences offers numerous externally funded doctoral programs in areas including mathematics and informatics, physics, biology, pharmacology and molecular biomedicine.

Programs in neuroscience, pharma research, immunoscience, and infection and molecular biomedicine are offered in cooperation with the Faculty of Medicine.

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Bonn International Graduate School of Mathematics (BIGS-M) 2 2 Located at the Hausdorff Center for Mathematics, BIGS-M is home to all of the University’s doctoral candidates in mathematics and contributes to Bonn’s excellent international reputation in the field.

International Max Planck Research School on Moduli Spaces 53 53 This program includes courses, seminars and activities focused on the geometric spaces whose points represent fixed algebro-geometric objects (or isomorphism classes of such objects).

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Bonn-Cologne Graduate School of Physics and Astronomy (BCGS) 4 4 Supported by Germany’s Excellence Initiative and jointly administered by the renowned Physics Institutes at the Universities of Bonn and Cologne, BCGS offers doctoral studies through an integrated honors program.

International Max Planck Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics 55 55 This program offers a broad spectrum of topics in observational and theoretical galactic and extragalactic astrophysics, observational and theoretical cosmology, and fundamental physics – using astronomical tools and instrumentation.

Leibniz Graduate School on Genomic Biodiversity Research Based at Bonn’s Alexander Koenig Research Museum, this school is focused primarily on insect genome evolution.

Bonn International Graduate School of Chemistry (BIGS Chemistry) 57 57 BIGS Chemistry offers an internationally competitive doctoral program and opportunities to perform cutting-edge research.

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Bonn International Graduate School of Neuroscience (BIGS Neuroscience) 8 8 BIGS Neuroscience provides a top-level, internationally competitive program in this rapidly growing field.

Synaptic Micronetworks in Health and Disease (SFB 1089) 22 22 Supported by DFG collaborative research centers, this integrated research training group works to identify fundamental rules that govern neuronal behavior at the network level and translate network dynamics to mammalian and human behavior.

International Max Planck Research School for Brain and Behavior 29 29 The IMPRS for Brain & Behavior is a cooperation between the Max Planck Institute for Neurobiology of Behavior - caesar, the University of Bonn and the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) in Bonn.

Bonn International Graduate School of Drug Sciences (BIGS DrugS) 6 6 Home to an international community of talented biomedical scientists, BIGS DrugS is the hub for doctoral candidates from pharma research institutes within the University’s Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and Faculty of Medicine.

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Kyle Dake ’13 readies for his 165-pound wrestling match against Oregon State’s Seth Thomas on Jan 27, 2013, at Newman Arena. Dake will make his second Summer Olympics appearance this year in Paris; he won the bronze medal three years ago in Tokyo.

Cornellian Knibb takes silver again in triathlon mixed relay

By tom fleischman, cornell chronicle.

Updated: Taylor Knibb ’20 anchored the U.S. triathlon mixed relay team to a silver medal Aug. 5, missing the gold by 1 second in a three-athlete sprint to the finish.

Knibb and the Americans crossed the finish line in 1 hour, 25 minutes, 40 seconds, just behind the gold medalists from Germany and .005 seconds ahead of Great Britain, which took bronze. 

The triathlon mixed relay involves four-person teams made up of two men and two women, with each athlete swimming for 300 meters (yards), cycling for 6.8 kilometers (4.2 miles) and running for 2 kilometers (1.2 miles).

Knibb — who won silver with Team USA in the same event three years ago in Tokyo — started the final leg in fifth place, but her strong swim and bike legs actually put the U.S. into the lead momentarily in the final stretch. When final results were announced, Team USA was thought to have won bronze, but were moved up to silver after a review of the finish. 

It is the second medal for a Cornellian in the 2024 Olympics after Michael Grady '19 earned gold in rowing in the men's four last week.

Aug. 4: Rudy Winkler ’17 improved on his best-ever Olympic finish of seventh place at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with a sixth-place finish. The three-time Cornell track and field All-American threw a best 77.92 meters (approximately 255 feet, 7 inches), topping his qualifying round score of 77.29 meters (253-7).

Kyle Dake '13 remains the lone remaining competitor for Cornell, opening competition in wrestling on Friday, August 9.

Aug. 1: Michael Grady ’19 helped Team USA make rowing history, as the Americans snapped a 64-year drought by winning the gold medal on Aug. 1 in the men’s four event at the Summer Olympic Games in Paris.

Grady’s boat crossed the line in 5 minutes, 49.03 seconds, beating out New Zealand (5:49.88), which took the silver medal, and Great Britain (5:52.42), which won bronze. Grady’s boatmates are Princeton graduate Nick Mead, Justin Best and Harvard alum Liam Corrigan.

Team USA had not won the gold in men’s four rowing since the 1960 Games in Rome.

Another Cornellian, Sorin Koszyk ’20, and teammate Ben Davison placed fourth in the men’s double sculls event.

July 25, 2024: Two-time state high school wrestling champion. Four-time NCAA champion. Four-time world champion. Entrepreneur. Husband, father of three, role model.

And there’s one more title Kyle Dake ’13 would love to add to that long list: Olympic champion.

However, a gold medal won’t be how he measures success when he takes to the mat in Paris at the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad. It’s a lesson his late father, Doug – who was also his wrestling coach at Lansing (N.Y.) High – taught him many years ago.

“If I can wrestle the way I want to wrestle – score points, compete with courage, be thankful that I have the opportunity to go out there – then everything else will take care of itself,” said Dake, who is 33. “A lot of times people just get focused on the winning, and that can just hold you back. I’m not attached to the outcome.

“I’m really enjoying the process of getting there, following the path that’s been laid out and just doing it to the best of my ability,” he said. “Dad always talked about that, too: Control what you can, and if you can’t do anything about it, then don’t worry about it.”

Dake is one of five Cornellians who will be representing the United States in Paris at the Olympic Games. Other former Big Red student-athletes who’ll compete include:

• Michael Grady ’19 – men’s four rowing (competing in his second Olympics);
• Taylor Knibb ’20 – women’s triathlon and cycling individual time trial (second Olympics);
• Sorin Koszyk ’20 – men’s double sculls rowing (first Olympics); and
• Rudy Winkler ’17 – men’s hammer throw, track and field (third Olympics).

Cornell athletes have won 63 Olympic medals, including 45 in the Summer Games (20 gold, 16 silver, nine bronze), since Lesley Ashburner, Class of 1906, won bronze in the men’s 110-meter hurdles in St. Louis in 1904.

The Games kick off with opening ceremonies on July 26, and run through Aug. 11. In all, 114 past, present and future Ivy League athletes and coaches will compete in the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games (Aug. 28-Sept. 8 in Paris). A total of 105 Olympic athletes, four Paralympians and five coaches make up the Ivy League contingent .

Dake – the only wrestler in NCAA history to win four national titles in four different weight classes – will be looking to add to the bronze medal he won in the 2020 Games in Tokyo, which were delayed until 2021 due to the pandemic. Freestyle wrestling is scheduled for Aug. 9-10.

He won this year’s Olympic qualifier on April 20 in State College, Pennsylvania – where he, wife Megan and their three children have lived since October 2022 – but did so with a heavy heart following the death of his father just nine days earlier, after a short illness at age 62.

Since that time, Dake said, he’s been able to process the profound loss, partly because he spent as much time as he could with his father in his final days. “We got to talk about anything and everything that I wanted to, so there was some closure for me there,” he said.

A four-time Academic All-American at Cornell, Dake has branched out into the business world with the launch of Vitality Wellness Club, an elite fitness club he co-founded in State College with long-time friend and former college rival David Taylor. Both are members of the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club, which is what drew Dake to central Pennsylvania two years ago.

Dake said a large number of family and friends will be in Paris cheering him on, but for the athletes, the time for visiting is after the competition ends.

“You just don’t want to get too caught up in the excitement of the Olympics,” he said. “There’s a lot going on, lots of storylines to follow, but it just ends up spending some of your energy. I’ll just try to focus on the task at hand, and go do my job.”

Michael Grady ’19 rows with the men’s heavyweight varsity eight in January 2018 on the Cayuga Lake Inlet. Grady is making his second trip to the Olympics, competing in the men’s double sculls event in Paris.

Grady will be making his second trip to the Olympics, after his men’s four crew placed fifth in 2021 in Tokyo. The 27-year-old said he and his three mates have been trending in a positive direction since the current crew was put together a year ago.

“We’ve been building since then – we got silver at the world championships last year (in Serbia), then got reselected for this year,” said Grady, a native of Bradford Woods, Pennsylvania. “They (USRowing) thought we were trending in the right direction. Then we won World Rowing Cup II (in May in Switzerland), and most of the countries that will be at the Games were there, so it’s a good sign.”

The difference between making an Olympic debut, which he did in 2021, and returning to the Games is noticeable, Grady said.

“To go to my second Olympics, especially with the first one being the COVID Olympics, is going to be a completely different experience,” he said. “The level of distractions, how many people will be there, actually having fans there, it’s going to be interesting.

“And everyone in my boat walked away without a medal at the last Olympics,” he said, “so we all have the same mindset and approach to this Olympics.”

Knibb will be making some Cornell history when she lines up for the start of the women’s cycling individual time trial on July 27. Having also qualified in her specialty, the triathlon, the 26-year-old is the first Cornellian to compete in multiple sports at the same Olympics since 1908, when Lee Talbott (tug-of-war, wrestling, track and field) represented the U.S. in London.

Taylor Knibb ’20 runs on Cornell’s Moakley Course in September 2019. Knibb will compete in both women’s time-trial cycling and women’s triathlon at the Olympic Games in Paris.

Winning the cycling qualifier, she said, was the result of a negotiation with her triathlon coach, Dan Lorang of Luxembourg, with whom she’s worked since last November. An event she’d been scheduled to compete in was cancelled, and in looking for another triathlon, Knibb suggested instead racing at the USA Cycling Pro Road Championships.

She ended up stunning the cycling world by placing first.

“If you had talked to me March 14, two months before the time trial, I’d have said, ‘No, I’m just focusing on the triathlon,’” the Washington, D.C., native said. “But it all came together, and I’m shocked.”

Knibb, a three-sport athlete at Cornell (cross country, track and field, swimming), earned her spot on Team USA in the triathlon last September by placing fifth in the World Triathlon Olympic Games Test Event in Paris. In Tokyo three years ago, she won a silver medal in the triathlon mixed relay and placed 16th in the women’s triathlon.

Like Dake, the result won’t be Knibb’s sole measure of success.

“It’s both the journey and how you get there,” she said. “If you can line up and say, ‘I’ve done everything I can to be prepared, and regardless of what happens, I’m very satisfied with that,’ then I think that’s a win in and of itself.”

Update: Knibb overcame three falls and a mechanical issue to finish 19th in the women’s cycling individual time trial, held July 27. She completed the 20-mile course in 43 minutes, 3.43 seconds, a little over three minutes behind gold-medalist Grace Brown of Australia (39:38.24). And in the women’s triathlon, held July 31, Knibb also took 19th place with a total time of 1 hour, 58 minutes, 37 seconds. The event featured a 1,500-meter swim, 40-kilometer bike and 10K run. Knibb’s cycling time of 57:45 was fourth-fastest in the field and moved her up 11 spots in the race.

Koszyk and Ben Davison, his men’s doubles sculls partner, punched their ticket to Paris by winning the final at the 2024 World Rowing Final Olympic and Paralympic Qualification Regatta, on May 21 in Lucerne, Switzerland. A strong second half of the 2,000-meter race pushed the Americans to a 3.3-second victory over a duo from Serbia, which also qualified for the Games.

Sorin Koszyk ’20 rows with the men’s lightweight varsity eight in May 2018 on the Cayuga Lake Inlet. In his first Olympics, Koszyk will compete in the men’s four rowing event in Paris.

“It was a big relief,” said Koszyk, who along with Davison placed 13th at the 2023 World Championships last September in Belgrade, Serbia, and failed to earn an Olympic berth. “Just having all that pressure in the back of your mind all year, when we finally crossed the line and it was a done deal, I think that was just a lot of pressure just lifted.”

A native of Grosse Point, Michigan, Koszyk, 26, was a two-time national champion at Cornell (2017, ’19) as a member of the varsity lightweight eight. His senior season was cancelled due to the pandemic.

He now lives and trains in Oakland, California, as a member of the California Rowing Club.

In addition to competing, Koszyk said he’s also looking forward to being in the Olympic Village and soaking in the atmosphere.

“I think it’ll be good just to get the whole experience, being in the village and getting to see all the other athletes,” he said. “I think you definitely will feel more like you’re part of Team USA when you’re actually over there with the rest of the athletes.”

Update: After taking second in their semifinal, Koszyk and Davison finished fourth in the final, crossing the line in 6:17.02. Romania won the gold in 6:12.58, followed by the Netherlands (6:13.92) and Ireland (6:15.17).

Winkler , the American record holder in the hammer throw, earned his third trip to the Olympics by finishing second by 2 feet to Daniel Haugh at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials, held last month in Eugene, Oregon.

Rudy Winkler ’17 throws the hammer at the 2017 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Eugene, Ore. Winkler, who won the NCAA title that year and is the American record-holder in the event, is making his third trip to the Olympics.

Winkler, 29, logged a season’s best throw of 78.89 meters (258 feet, 10 inches) on his fifth of six throws in the final.

“I did what I came to do, and I can’t be happier,” Winkler told FloTrack after the trials. “I’m on a really good trajectory; it’s been a very strange season for me, with injuries and things, but it’s the first week feeling healthy and I just want to keep that rolling going into Paris.”

Winkler’s training was slowed in the early spring by a nagging hip injury, and he said he’d been pain-free for only about two weeks before the trials. The Albany-area native admitted to some serious nerves as the finals competition unfolded.

“The first three rounds, my heart was in my throat,” he said. “After my first throw, I just thought, ‘I’ve just got to get top eight so I can get five more rounds,’ and I thought the adrenaline would sort of alleviate after that. But it really didn’t go away, and so I had a really hard time controlling things early in my throws.

“I have so much more in the tank in terms of distance,” he said, “and I’m just going to keep climbing from here.”

Winkler, a three-time first-team All-American at Cornell (2015-17), set the American record of 82.71m (271-4) at the 2021 Olympic Team Trials in Eugene. He eclipsed the previous record of 82.52m (270-9) set by Lance Deal in 1996 in Milan, Italy.

Update: Winkler qualified for the Aug. 4 finals with his only throw of the qualification round, as he recorded a 77.29m (253-7) to advance. His was the fourth-best effort of the qualification round; Ethan Katzberg of Canada, the reigning world champion, had the top throw in qualifying at 79.93m (262-3). Track and field at the Olympics runs through Aug. 11; most of the competition will be held at Stade de France in Saint-Denis, just north of Paris.

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Dean Agustín Rayo and the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences recently welcomed nine new professors to the MIT community. They arrive with diverse backgrounds and vast knowledge in their areas of research.

Sonya Atalay joins the Anthropology Section as a professor. She is a public anthropologist and archaeologist who studies Indigenous science protocols, practices, and research methods carried out with and for Indigenous communities. Atalay is the director and principal investigator of the Center for Braiding Indigenous Knowledges and Science, a newly established National Science Foundation Science and Technology Center. She has expertise in the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and served two terms on the National NAGPRA Review Committee, first appointed by the Bush administration and then for a second term by the Obama administration. Atalay has produced a series of research-based comics in partnership with Native nations about repatriation of Native American ancestral remains, return of sacred objects and objects of cultural patrimony under NAGPRA law. Atalay earned her PhD in anthropology from the University of California at Berkeley (UC Berkeley).

Anna Huang SM ’08 joins the departments of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) and Music and Theater Arts as assistant professor. She will help develop graduate programming focused on music technology. Previously, she spent eight years with Magenta at Google Brain and DeepMind, spearheading efforts in generative modeling, reinforcement learning, and human-computer interaction to support human-AI partnerships in music-making. She is the creator of Music Transformer and Coconet (which powered the Bach Google Doodle). She was a judge and organizer for the AI Song Contest. Anna holds a Canada CIFAR AI Chair at Mila, a BM in music composition, a BS in computer science from the University of Southern California, an MS from the MIT Media Lab, and a PhD from Harvard University.

Elena Kempf joins the History Section as an assistant professor. She is an historian of modern Europe with special interests in international law and modern Germany in its global context. Her current book project is a legal, political, and cultural history of weapons prohibitions in modern international law from the 1860s to the present. Before joining MIT, Kempf was a postdoc at the Miller Institute for Global Challenges and the Law at UC Berkeley and a lecturer at the Department of History at Stanford University. Elena earned her PhD in history from UC Berkeley.

Matthias Michel joins the Department of Linguistics and Philosophy as an assistant professor. Matthias completed his PhD in philosophy in 2019 at Sorbonne Université. Before coming to MIT, he was a Bersoff Faculty Fellow in the Department of Philosophy at New York University. His research is at the intersection between philosophy and cognitive science, and focuses on philosophical issues related to the scientific study of consciousness. His current work addresses questions such as how to distinguish entities with minds from those without, which animals are sentient, and which mental functions can be performed unconsciously.

Jacob Moscona PhD ’21 is a new assistant professor in the Department of Economics. His research explores broad questions in economic development, with a focus on the role of innovation, the environment, and political economy. One stream of his research investigates the forces that drive the rate and direction of technological progress, as well as how new technologies shape global productivity differences and adaptation to major threats like climate change. Another stream of his research studies the political economy of economic development, with a focus on how variation in social organization and institutions affects patterns of conflict and cooperation. Prior to joining MIT, he was a Prize Fellow in Economics, History, and Politics at Harvard University. He received his BA from Harvard in 2016 and PhD from MIT in 2021. Outside of MIT, Jacob enjoys playing and performing music.

Sendhil Mullainathan joins the departments of EECS and Economics as the Peter de Florez Professor. His research uses machine learning to understand complex problems in human behavior, social policy, and medicine. Previously, Mullainathan spent five years at MIT before joining the faculty at Harvard in 2004, and then the University of Chicago in 2018. He received his BA in computer science, mathematics, and economics from Cornell University and his PhD from Harvard.

Elise Newman PhD ’21 is a new assistant professor in the Department of Linguistics and Philosophy. Her forthcoming monograph, “When arguments merge,” studies the ingredients that languages use to construct verb phrases, and examines how those ingredients interact with other linguistic processes such as question formation. By studying these interactions, she forms a hypothesis about how different languages’ verb phrases can be distinct from each other, and what they must have in common, providing insight into this aspect of the human language faculty. In addition to the structural properties of language, Newman also has expertise in semantics (the study of meaning) and first language acquisition. She returns to MIT after a postdoc at the University of Edinburgh, after completing her PhD in linguistics at MIT in 2021.

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The moral of Southlake Olympic climber Sam Watson’s story? Toy with him at your own peril

Watson’s father, ray, learned a lesson early on: life goes fast. sam goes faster..

By Kevin Sherrington

4:56 PM on Aug 6, 2024 CDT

PARIS — The story Ray Watson tells to help you understand how a teenager from Southlake, Texas, became the world-record holder in speed climbing and the betting favorite to win Olympic gold Thursday is they were on a ski trip to Durango. They stop at a gas station. Ray’s enjoying the scenery when he looks over to see his only son climbing up the side of the building.

Sam is 4 years old.

He climbs anything and everything. Freaks out their friends. They don’t think it’s natural for such a small child to play so high above his peers.

Sam’s parents, Ray and Antonia, teach him early on what’s sturdy enough to climb and what isn’t. No climbing on the roof. Might pull down a gutter.

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To be safe, the Watsons join a gym with a climbing wall. You have to be at least 5 years old to wear the required harness, but that doesn’t stop Sam. They put up barricades at the gym to keep him off the wall.

He climbs over the barricades.

At 7, Sam goes to his dad and tells him he wants a climbing wall for his room. No way he’s giving him a climbing wall for his room. Sam says what if he makes Team Texas, which competes all over the state and parts of Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana? Ray figures he’s got him on a technicality. You have to be 9 to make the team. They strike a deal.

Two weeks later, Ray’s putting up a climbing wall in Sam’s room.

Now he’s 15. He comes back from a competition in Russia where he breaks six seconds on the 15-meter wall. Sub-Six Sam, they’re calling him. He tells his dad they want him to try out for the national team. Special coaches, training, the works. No, no, Ray says. Keep competing against kids your own age. Don’t get your butt kicked by a bunch of men. You don’t even have a driver’s license.

Antonia tells Ray they should pull their son out of school so he can go on the 31-nation tour. Sam’s an eighth grader. You’ve lost your mind, Ray tells her. We’re not pulling him out of school.

Ray’s outvoted, 2-1.

They get on a plane for Seoul and the World Cup, where Sam finishes 16th. Makes the finals in all but one of the events his first year.

Turns out you don’t need a driver’s license.

He comes in fifth in the World Cup rankings in ‘22 and third last year. This year, if he wins the Olympics, he’ll most surely be No. 1. Last year, he sets his goal on breaking five seconds. Experts say it’s not possible to climb 15 meters backwards and uphill in less than five seconds. Most people can’t run three meters in five seconds. Sam goes 4.79 this spring in China. Then, Tuesday, Veddriq Leonardo of Indonesia, where speed climbing is a national obsession, breaks it by .002.

Sam takes the record back with a 4.75 in his last seeding run. Looks like a squirrel running up a live oak. The fact that it comes against his teammate, Zach Hammer, is no fun. “Sucks,” he says.

Beating Leonardo?

“I’m really proud of Leonardo,” he says. “He’s an incredible athlete. One at the forefront of the discipline, and he has my utmost respect.”

“But I’m faster. So.”

Sam backs it up in word as well as deed. Like when he becomes the youngest ever to win a World Cup event, and he looks in the ESPN camera and tells the Indonesians he’s coming for them. He says it in Bahasa, the nation’s official language. In Chamonix, when he speaks to the crowd in French, Ray turns to Antonia and says his No. 1 question is when the hell did he learn how to speak French?

Sam also speaks Italian and German and is teaching himself Chinese. All of this he learns on video. He loves Mario Kart and chess and can dunk a basketball at 5-11. He’s a Spurs fan on his mom’s side. His favorite basketball player is Victor Wembanyama, the exceedingly tall Frenchman. He wants to meet him here, but, so far, no luck.

Sam Watson's world record-breaking climb got the crowd ROARING at Le Bourget Sport Climbing Venue. ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/GHKtWE7fWg — NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) August 6, 2024

He’s made a goal of having a selfie taken with every delegation here. He’d also like to break 4.5 on the wall. And, of course, the gold medal.

Ray says it’s easy to misconstrue his precocious son’s confidence for arrogance. A laser focus but, otherwise, a normal teenager. Unless you think it abnormal that his biggest crime to date was being four minutes late for curfew.

Ray’s not sure where all this comes from in their 18-year-old son. A vice president for Comcast, Ray’s afraid of heights. Antonia is a psychologist. Their 21-year-old daughter, Lauren, is headed for graduate school at USC.

They’re all here, by the way, including cousins on his mom’s side. Sam says he feels “very loved.”

Related: Local speed climber Sam Watson wants to win gold and meet Victor Wembanyama at Olympics

Because your intrepid reporter is a born smart aleck, I ask Sam if, when he goes into a building, he takes the stairs or just climbs up the outside.

“So I can run up the stairs really, really fast,” he says, ignoring the line. “I’m actually one of the better stair-runners in the world because I’m really good at speed climbing. Like, if there was a world championship for that, like, a new discipline where it’s running up the stairs, I might be a favorite for that for sure.”

He immediately segues to a favorite quote from Wembanyama, who once joked that, even though people tell you not to skip steps in life, he’s never been afraid to run up the stairs.

“And that’s what stuck with me, as well,” he says, smiling.

If there’s a moral to this tale of a world-class climber from the plains of North Texas , it’s that you toy with him at your peril. Ray learned his lesson. A couple years ago, Sam tells his dad he wants a Tesla. A Tesla ? Only if he wins a gold medal, Ray says. Figures he’s safe for a couple years, anyway. Next thing you know, his son’s driving a Tesla. Maybe that’s the moral. Life goes fast. Sam goes faster.

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