Corona lockdown: more cycling in public green spaces
The pandemic-related closure of sports fields, gyms, and fitness studios in Germany has led to a significant increase in cycling in the public green spaces of large cities. This is the conclusion reached by researchers at the University of Bayreuth in a new study. ...more
How the functionality of water-dominated ecosystems is being changed
Pollutant degradation and greenhouse gas reduction can be significantly affected by fluctuating water levels. This is shown by a study led by Prof. Dr. Stefan Peiffer and published in Nature Geoscience. ...more
The first Biofabrication MOOC
The University of Bayreuth is adding the concept of “biofabrication” to the international higher education platform edX by providing the first Biofabrication MOOC, "Biomaterials and Biofabrication: Design, Engineering and Innovation” - with expert-interviews, biannual live sessions and an interactive storyline. ...more
CHE Ranking 2021: Excellent support for first-year students
The 2021 CHE University Ranking, in its nationwide comparison, shows that students who choose the University of Bayreuth after graduating from high school receive outstanding support here when starting their studies ...more
New Study: Humans accelerate the change of biodiversity
A study published in "Science" and led by Prof. Dr. Manuel Steinbauer uses the example of marine islands to show: Humans have significantly reshaped biodiversity in all climate zones of the earth. ...more
UBTrees for the campus of the University of Bayreuth
New trees on the campus of the University of Bayreuth. The special thing about them: They were mainly donated by professors of the University of Bayreuth. Graduates, employees and students of the University can also become tree sponsors. ...more
