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einBLICK – JMU Online Magazine

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A brand-new Nobel Laureate
10/13/2026 | CAMPUS

On Monday, Georg Nagel was awarded the Nobel Prize; on Tuesday, he was honoured at the Biozentrum. Confetti cannons went off, even though Nagel himself was unable to attend.

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10/13/2026 | RESEARCH

Nobel Prize: How plant research benefits from optogenetics

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The work of Nobel Laureate Georg Nagel benefits not only medicine but also plant research. His long-standing colleagues in Würzburg – Dietmar Geiger, Kai Konrad and Dirk Becker – explain why. more
10/13/2026 | NEW AT JMU

Can Ergen-Behr develops AI models for more personalised treatments

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Dr Can Ergen-Behr has been appointed as the new Junior Professor of Single-Cell Medical Systems Biology at the University of Würzburg. more
10/13/2026 | JMU & THE BUSINESS COMUNITY

Snapshot: How companies in Mainfranken are using AI

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In companies in Mainfranken, AI has become part of everyday working life, but not in automated processes. This is shown by an online survey conducted by the Würzburg-Schweinfurt Chamber of Industry and Commerce and the University… more
10/13/2026 | RESEARCH

THE Ranking: JMU ranks among the world’s top ten percent

Blick auf das Hauptgebäude der Universität Würzburg am Sanderring.
Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (JMU) achieves an excellent position in the international comparison. It performs particularly strongly in research quality and knowledge transfer. more
10/13/2026 | RESEARCH

A new era in immune cell therapy

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CAR-T cells could protect the heart in future. An international research consortium led by Würzburg University Hospital is working on this. It is receiving seven million euros from the European Union for this project. more
10/13/2026 | RESEARCH

Building in the Middle Ages: A social Sphere of Activity

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A new handbook examines the tremendous surge in innovation in architectural culture north of the Alps from the 14th to the 16th century. One of the co-editors is the Würzburg-based art historian Stefan Bürger. more
10/13/2026 | EVENTS

Language development: A day of activities in the city centre

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How do speech and language development disorders manifest in children, and what can help those affected? To explore these questions, JMU is organising hands-on activities and discussions in the city centre on 16 October. more
10/13/2026 | EVENTS

Conference: Würzburg in the era of the Siebold family of physicians

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A number of JMU researchers are giving presentations at a public conference focusing on Würzburg during the era of the Siebold family of physicians (1760–1820). The conference will take place on 17 October at the Siebold Museum. more
10/13/2026 | CAMPUS

Student graffiti and other stories

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The new museum dedicated to the history of the University of Würzburg is set to open in 2027. On 23 October 2026, anyone interested will be able to take a look around the premises and put their knowledge of the university to the… more
10/13/2026 | CAMPUS

University of Würzburg unveils new corporate design

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A new logo, new colours and typefaces: The University of Würzburg has modernised its visual identity. The aim is to strengthen its profile in the competition for students, researchers and funding. more
10/13/2026 | ON OUR OWN BEHALF

New semester just around the corner

Lectures for the winter semester 2026/27 begin at the University of Würzburg on 12 October. At the annual press conference marking the start of the semester, President Paul Pauli provided updates on current developments at the… more
10/13/2026 | CAMPUS

Knowledge in Motion

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AI, automation and the question of how new technologies can deliver tangible benefits: these topics took centre stage at Innovation Day 2026, organised by JMU, THWS, the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) and Region… more
10/13/2026 | RESEARCH

Study on massage and meditation chairs

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How effective were the meditation and massage chairs that were made available to JMU staff and students for a year? Initial findings will be presented at a Zoom seminar on Thursday 22 October. more
10/13/2026 | AWARDS

Renowned chemistry journal appoints Frank Würthner to its editorial team

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Frank Würthner, a professor of chemistry at the University of Würzburg, has been appointed as an Associate Editor of the Journal of the American Chemical Society. more
10/13/2026 | EVENTS

New lecture series: The Middle Ages go digital

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From Frederick Barbarossa to the enigmatic Voynich Manuscript and on to digital city tours of Würzburg: the range of topics covered in the medieval history lecture series at the University of Würzburg is vast. more
10/13/2026 | EVENTS

The energy and climate crisis under pressure from global competition

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The search for ways to achieve a carbon-neutral, energy-secure and competitive future raises legal, economic, political and climate-change-related issues. A new lecture series will be dedicated to these issues in the winter… more
10/13/2026 | EVENTS

Don’t look away: Würzburg against antisemitism

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How do we view Jewish life, and what impact does antisemitism have on our society? From 25 October, Würzburg’s universities will spend a week working together to find answers. more
10/13/2026 | INTERNATIONAL

Würzburg in Vicenza

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The first monographic exhibition on Giandomenico Tiepolo has just opened at the Gallerie d’Italia. The Martin von Wagner Museum at the University of Würzburg is acting as the lender – and as a partner. more
10/13/2026 | CAMPUS

Do Americans still believe in their myths?

The greatest country on earth? Können die Mythen die USA auch in turbulenten Zeiten noch einen?
On Wednesday, 21 October 2026, the Schelling Forum will focus on the USA in the run-up to the landmark mid-term elections. A country caught between political division and unifying myths. more
10/13/2026 | LEARNING & TEACHING

University Library launches digital navigation system

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With UBW.Maps, the University Library of Würzburg makes finding your way around its buildings easier than ever before. more
10/13/2026 | EVENTS

Research Methods in the Humanities

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Anyone interested is welcome to attend the GSH’s ‘Mittel und Wege’ symposium on 12 November. The event will focus on various working methods in the humanities. more
10/13/2026 | ALUMNI

Wine and the Economy

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This alumni event, taking place on Saturday 24 October in the Hofkeller of the Würzburg Residenz, will focus on current economic developments in the region. Registration is required to attend. more
10/13/2026 | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

A wide range of information on World Stroke Day

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To mark World Stroke Day on 24 October, experts from Würzburg University Hospital will be providing information on recognising, treating and preventing strokes. Registration is required. more
10/13/2026 | CAMPUS

Stand as a candidate now for the DFG Scientific Council elections

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In autumn 2027, new members will be elected to the DFG’s scientific advisory boards. The search for candidates is already underway. Researchers at JMU have until the end of October to stand for election. more
10/13/2026 | PEOPLE

People – 13 October 2026

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Read about new appointments, job anniversaries, research sabbaticals and more. more