First Junior Conference on Quantum Physics
11/06/2025On 19 November, the University of Würzburg will open its physics laboratories to pupils in years 7 to 9. The conference will feature amazing experiments and exciting lectures.
On 19 November 2025, the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Würzburg (JMU) will be transformed into a quantum laboratory: Under the title 'Junior Conference on Quantum Physics', pupils in Years 7 to 9 can look forward to a varied programme of workshops, exciting lectures, and experiments. The event will be held in German and will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Hubland campus and is free to attend.
"With our Junior Conference, we want to inspire young people with the fascinating world of quantum physics and give them unique insights into current research", explains Theresa Kunzelmann from the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, organizer of the event.
Experiencing the Fascinating World of Quantum Physics
In the quantum world, different rules apply to those we know in everyday life. Quanta are both waves and particles at the same time. They can be in two places at once and can even ‘talk’ to each other, even if they are light years apart. Young guests at the event will learn how this works and what it means for the development of future technologies.
The event begins on 19 November at 9 a.m. with an introductory lecture that explains the basics of quantum physics in an easy-to-understand way. Participants will then have the opportunity to conduct their own experiments in two workshop sessions. Under the motto 'Touch Science', they will discover how lasers, quantum sensors and superconducting materials work.
Places are still available. Anyone who would like to participate should send a short email with their name, age and year group to physik-pr@uni-wuerzburg.de. Teachers can also register their classes.
Take Part and Come Back Again Next Year
The faculty plans to hold the event annually on Penance Day, a public holiday when schoolchildren in Bavaria have the day off while many parents are at work. "This is an ideal opportunity for working families: the children spend the day doing something meaningful on campus, learning new things and being looked after," emphasizes Kunzelmann. “At the same time, we are strengthening the connection between school and university.”
The Most Important Information at a Glance:
- Date: 19 November, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location: Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, Am Hubland, University of Würzburg
- Programm: more information on the faculty website, will be held in German
- Registration: Send a short email with your name, age and year group to physik-pr@uni-wuerzburg.de. School classes can also register.
- Cost: Participation is free of charge.
Cluster of Excellence ct.qmat
For your background: The Cluster of Excellence ct.qmat – Complexity and Topology in Quantum Matter has been jointly run by the University of Würzburg and Technische Universität Dresden since 2019. Nearly 400 scientists from more than 30 countries and from four continents study topological quantum materials that reveal surprising phenomena under extreme conditions such as ultra-low temperatures, high pressure, or strong magnetic fields. ct.qmat is funded through the German Excellence Strategy of the Federal and State Governments and is the only Cluster of Excellence to be based in two different federal states.
Contact
Theresa Kunzelmann, PR and Public Relations Officer at the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, Tel. +49 931 31-88933, theresa.kunzelmann@uni-wuerzburg.de
