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08JAN 2026
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FAU researchers question imaging method in brain research
Why blood flow is not a reliable sign of the energy requirements of the brain For almost three decades, functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) has been one of the main instruments of brain research. However, a new study published in the renowned journal Nature Neuroscience is now questioning the conventional interpretation of data surrounding neuronal […]
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08JAN 2026
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New to FAU: Prof. Dr. Matthias Schwendemann
With over 270 degree programs, FAU is among the 15 largest and leading universities for research in Germany. Over 6,000 employees and more than 39,000 students promote a culture of innovation, diversity and passion. Get to know our newly-appointed professors who are driving forward research with their fresh ideas and creative approaches. Find out more […]
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07JAN 2026
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Shorthand, papyrus, wood: AI to decipher valuable manuscripts
Computer scientists at FAU receive funding of approximately 300,000 euros for two new projects When deciphering historic documents, even experts can come up against their limits – for instance if ancient wooden tablets are charred, scrolls have decomposed or notes have been taken in a rare type of shorthand. In two new projects, computer scientists […]
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19DEC 2025
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Fighting hunger with cassava
Breakthrough in the fight against hunger: An international team led by FAU has succeeded in genetically modifying the cassava plant to significantly increase its yield.
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19DEC 2025
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New issue: #FAUmenschen 2025 magazine is online
The latest issue of our magazine #FAUmenschen is now also available in english.
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19DEC 2025
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Five million euros for road electrification project
FAPS has been researching inductive charging technologies for over 10 years. The EU is now providing €5 million in funding to accelerate the transfer of this technology into practical applications.
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18DEC 2025
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German Research Foundation awards funding to three FAU research groups
The German Research Foundation (DFG) has approved three new Collaborative Research Centers (CRC) with the participation of Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg.
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17DEC 2025
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Making quantum computers less prone to errors
FAU professor Christopher Eichler is developing quantum processors that can detect and correct computing errors more efficiently. The ERC is now funding this project with €2.7 million.
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16DEC 2025
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CHE Master’s ranking: Good results for FAU
Master’s students from Electrical Engineering and Information Technology and Mechanical Engineering particularly satisfied Many Master’s students have given positive feedback on Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) in the CHE Master’s ranking 2025. The survey ranked engineering subjects and psychology. Electrical Engineering and Information Technology and Mechanical Engineering did particularly well. For the ranking, students were asked for […]Master’s students from Electrical Engineering and Information Technology and Mechanical Engineering particularly satisfied Many Master’s students have given positive feedback on Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) in the CHE Master’s ranking 2025. The survey ranked engineering subjects and psychology. Electrical Engineering and Information Technology and Mechanical Engineering did particularly well. For the ranking, students were asked for […]
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15DEC 2025
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Record levels of third-party funding at FAU
New record for FAU: With around 300 million euros in third-party funding, 2024 was the university's most successful year ever in terms of third-party funding.
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11DEC 2025
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AI training and copyright –a landmark ruling in Munich?
US AI companies often violate German and European law when training their language models. FAU lawyer Prof. Dr. Paulina Pesch discusses the case of GEMA versus Open AI.
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10DEC 2025
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Cinema with a difference
Would you like to watch blockbusters, cartoons or silent movies for free? You can in the Faculty of Engineering’s lecture hall cinema. Jan and Rajesh from the lecture hall cinema team take us behind the scenes. When lecture hall 7 at the Faculty of Engineering is still full to the brim at 8.15pm with students […]
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