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2024-12-05

Uwe Kappel doctoral prize awarded

The prize recognizes outstanding achievements made during the doctorate.

2024-11-14

Cutting-edge research in health, environment and society

Minister President Hendrik Wüst and NRW Science Minister Ina Brandes open the Research Center One Health Ruhr.

2024-10-10

Caspar Schwiedrzik researches learning

Using a broad range of methods across humans, animals and computer models, the newly appointed Professor of Cognitive Neurobiology aims to understand learning processes from the ground up.

2024-09-19

When Serotonin Dims the Light

A serotonin specific receptor can determine how important visual stimuli are perceived. This explains the effects of certain drugs and could help in understanding psychiatric diseases.

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Gain insights into the diverse world of biology, find out all about the study options and visit the teaching and research areas and their laboratories. We open our doors to school pupils, prospective students and university students.

CHE-Ranking

Top ranking for start of studies in Bochum

Nationwide ranking gives Ruhr-Universität top marks for several study indicators. Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology receives upgrades in all categories.