Information for
Quick links
Faculties
All the best for the start of the semester!
We would like to welcome all students, especially those in their first semester, and wish them a good start to the new semester and success in their studies!
Saarland University has compiled some information about the start of your studies to help you get off to a smooth start:
Getting started at Saarland University (in German)
Information on the programs at Center for Biophysics:
Biophysics (B.Sc.) Biophysics (M.Sc.) Research master BioMed (M.Sc.)
Further information about the Center for Biophysics:
Video "BioMed – Life and Materials" auf dem YouTube-Kanal der Universität des Saarlandes
Oskar Staufer as new Professor for Experimental Biophysics
Together with his team, he is developing novel biomaterials to better understand and specifically control immune processes. His interdisciplinary research combines biophysics with biomaterials and immunology.
See also the press release from Saarland University
A tribute to Jochen Guck
Jochen Guck , a pioneer in the area of cell mechanics, passed away on October 3, 2025. To honor him and his work, there will be a Special Issue in Biophysical Journal .
Research highlight on fluids composed of asymmetric active particles
Reza Shaebani, interim professor for Theoretical Physics at Saarland Universitz, has collaborated with an international research team to develop a model that explains how chirality influences the behavior of objects in an “active system.”
See press release by Saarland Universitz (8.12.2025)