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Engineering Sciences

Smart networks for sustainable processes

Fabian Jirasek uses artificial intelligence to predict the properties of pure substances and mixtures. The goal is to help the industry develop new active ingredients and chemicals more sustainably in the future.

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Social Sciences

Election campaigns on television

In front of millions of viewers, the leading candidates faced off in six televised debates in the run-up to the 2025 federal elections. Researchers at the RPTU took a close look at the impact of the performances - with the help of many viewers who rated the candidates using a smartphone app.

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Educational Sciences

Raising awareness of sustainability

In 2015, the United Nations (UN) adopted Agenda 2030 with 17 goals for social, economically, and environmentally sustainable development. But how can the topic of sustainability be brought into school and thus into society at large?

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Environmental Sciences

Unrecognized problem: microplastic in soil

Microplastics in the world's oceans – a problem that concerns many environmentally conscious people. What many do not know is that the same plastics are also found in our soil. It is estimated that five to twenty times more plastic is found on land than in water. What does all this mean for the environment – and ultimately for our health? RPTU researchers are working on answers and solutions.

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STEM

Mathematics save lives

Sven Oliver Krumke's goal is to use mathematical methods to optimize the organization of emergency medical services. He also employs artificial intelligence, which is constantly learning.

Will quantum effects soon make our lives faster and better – or are many of the promises still just science fiction?How can we even begin to imagine quantum phenomena, given that the behavior of the tiniest particles involved is so difficult to grasp? Physics professor Artur Widera explains the fundamental laws and significance of the quantum world.

When Farming Meets Climate Change

Heat, drought, and even unexpected frosts during an unusually warm spring – the effects of climate change are increasingly taking a toll on agriculture. Researchers and plant breeders around the world are analyzing ways to counter these challenges. One approach: genetically modifying crops so that they can withstand drought, high temperatures, and other changing environmental conditions.

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Psychology

Politics and social media: Trust at risk

Parties in constant conflict, a sense of crisis in society – trust in politics is crumbling. Two media researchers explain the role of social media in this process

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