Faculty of Natural Sciences and Technology

Die American Mathematical Society (AMS) hat dreiundvierzig herausragende Mathematikerinnen und Mathematiker aus aller Welt in ihre Fellows-Klasse 2027 gewählt. Als einziger Wissenschaftler einer deutschen Institution erhält Professor Ernst-Ulrich Gekeler von der Universität des Saarlandes diese Auszeichnung, die zu den höchsten der weltweit einflussreichen Mathematiker-Vereinigung zählt. Die AMS würdigt hiermit nachhaltige, außergewöhnliche Beiträge zu den mathematischen Wissenschaften. [...]

In diesem Wintersemester erhalten Studierende der Universität des Saarlandes, die sich in einer finanziellen Notlage befinden, erneut täglich eine kostenlose Mahlzeit in der Mensa. Die Aktion läuft voraussichtlich bis zum 31. März 2027 – vorausgesetzt, die Mittel reichen aus.

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What can be done to combat sedentary lifestyles worldwide? Do we have a fundamental right to environmental protection? How do microtears affect the materials that make up our appliances and machines? On Thursday, 8 October, at 6 pm, the Saarland University Society will honour fourteen outstanding doctoral theses in the 'Aula' assembly hall on the Saarbrücken campus. [...]

How do I fund my studies? Which degree programme will teach me about Europe or sustainability? And when does it make sense to use AI during my studies? Answers to these questions can be found in the university magazine 'campus extra', which is included today as a print supplement to the 'Saarbrücker Zeitung'. In it, Saarland University provides information on individual degree programmes and research projects. It also showcases new buildings on the campuses in Saarbrücken and Homburg. [...]

New medicines to treat infections, cancer or other serious diseases are often based on active substances originally discovered in microorganisms, plants or other living organisms. Researchers at the Helmholtz Institute for Pharmaceutical Research Saarland (HIPS) have now shown that artificial intelligence can help scientists use microorganisms to produce or optimize such compounds in a targeted way. [...]

The square formed by the chemistry and physics building at Saarland University will soon be graced with a new installation. The new design by Saarbrücken-based artist Frauke Eckhardt, entitled 'in between', was selected by a jury. Eckhardt's design contrasts with the linear architecture and combines artistic intervention with space for sitting, lingering and socializing. A budget of 120,000 euros has been allocated for the project. [...]

Human cells contain billions of molecules. To prevent complete chaos, these molecules and the reactions between them are organized within structures known as organelles. One of the cell’s most important organelles is the endoplasmic reticulum, a dynamic network that extends throughout the cell and plays an essential role in cell growth. [...]

How can digital twins support the energy infrastructure of the future? What role do new materials play in sustainable energy storage? How do AI, hydrogen technologies and new concepts contribute to the energy transition in Saarland? These are the questions addressed by the EnFoSaar project, which focuses on energy research. On 21 October, the Annual Conference will bring together representatives from academia, industry, politics and broader society to present and discuss research findings. [...]