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Excellent research conditions
Clusters of excellence
Since 2019, University of Hamburg has received funding for 4 clusters of excellence. In these research alliances, researchers tackle questions in astrophysics, climate, photon science, and written artifacts.
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Excellent conditions for work and research
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Whether research, teaching, or research management: Prospective or current doctoral researchers, postdoctoral researchers, and early career research group leaders can find attractive career paths, excellent employment conditions, and various kinds of support at University of Hamburg, to produce outstanding qualified people in research and teaching, and promote future careers inside and outside of academia.
Academic career opportunitiesWho does research on what at the University of Hamburg?
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Our research portal FIS (Research Information System) provides a comprehensive overview of researchers, research projects, co-operations and scientific activities at the University of Hamburg. Thanks to a wide range of search and filter options, information on individual projects can also be researched specifically.
Research portalFlagship for regional research alliances
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For us, global visibility goes hand in hand with valuing our region. In close dialogue with our local partners we have actively developed our PIER Plus network, to strengthen and develop Hamburg as a scientific hub, and make it more internationally visible.
Pier PlusResearch news
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7 May 2025|Press releaseFive Committed Teachers Receive University of Hamburg Teaching Prize
On 6 May 2025, the new University of Hamburg Teaching Prize was awarded for the first time. Dr. Susanne Koch, Anton Sefkow, Lukas Musumeci, Marten Borchers, and Prof. Dr. Parisa Moll-Khosrawi were honored in 3 categories. The prize will be awarded annually. It honors outstanding teaching and aims to highlight the dedication...
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6 May 2025|ResearchHumboldt Professorship for Prof. Dr. Ingrid Piller
Six Alexander von Humboldt professorships were awarded at a ceremony on 5 May 2025. One of the recipients is Prof. Dr. Ingrid Piller, who had a professorship at the Australian Macquarie University before joining the University of Hamburg.
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28 April 2025|ResearchHow our brain responds to mistakes and why that can make us sick
To err is human, yet some people’s brains respond to mistakes with great alarm. Prof. Dr. Anja Riesel, professor of clinical psychology and psychotherapy with a focus on clinical neuroscience at the University of Hamburg, is looking at the role this plays in connection with obsessive-compulsive disorders.
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24 April 2025|Press releaseNew University of Hamburg study on nutritional decision-making: When hunger drives perception
Why do we opt for unhealthy food when we’re hungry? A new study by researchers at the University of Hamburg shows that hunger doesn’t just shape our preferences, it also influences how we view food at different times. Nutritional value and healthy choices tend to take a back seat.
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24 April 2025|ResearchWelcome aboard: Prof. Dr. Astrid Zech strengthens Human Movement Science.
Every year, the University of Hamburg welcomes numerous new researchers. This series introduces them and their areas of research. This time: sports expert Prof. Dr. Astrid Zech.
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10 April 2025|Press releaseFirst Full Genomic Sequencing of 6 Primate Species
An international research team, including researchers from the Department of Biology at the University of Hamburg, sequenced the complete genomes of 6 primate species that are closely related to humans. Their analyses facilitate deeper insights into the evolution of primates and form the basis for future genomic research...
