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The French-German chair "GENIUS" (Next Generation Industry for Sustainability) was launched on August 28, 2025, during a research seminar on the circular economy organized by Arts et Métiers and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Bordeaux. Supported by KIT and Arts et Métiers, and backed by the French-German University (UFA), the GENIUS chair aims to drive European industry towards greater sustainability and resilience.

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The German-French blog project “Voices Against Racism and Populism” is aimed at students from the Eucor universities. Between October 22 and December 15, 2025, participants will create their own journalistic texts or films in editorial teams, supported by young journalists and a filmmaker. The free program includes online workshops on populism and racism as well as in-person meetings in Freiburg. The registration deadline is October 15, 2025.

The Freiburg Institute for Advanced Studies (FRIAS) is offering fellowships for the 2026/27 academic year. Researchers from all disciplines who hold a doctoral degree can apply for Early Career Fellowships (4–10 months), Senior Fellowships (3–8 months), and a Sustainable Governance Fellowship (6 months) for researchers from African institutions. The application deadline is September 12, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. (CEST).

With the FA(ST)2Africa short-term fellowships, KIT promotes research stays and exchanges with partner institutions in sub-Saharan Africa. Excellent scientists and administrative staff can be invited for stays of up to three months. The aim is to initiate or expand joint projects in research, teaching and strategic cooperation. Applications can be submitted until February 28, 2026.

The European experience awaits: Students from all faculties can now apply for the EPICUR Winter Program 2025/26 and quickly gain international experience. Innovative EPICUR courses on a wide range of topics can be taken either online, hybrid or at one of the partner universities, and connect students and lecturers from all over Europe. Submit your application by September 15 2025.

From October 12 to 18, 2025, the “Innovation Ecosystems for a Sustainable and Digitalized Society - International Alumni Week 2025” will bring together international alumni and research alumni of KIT and the University of Stuttgart. The focus is on the major topics of the future: sustainable mobility, digital transformation and liveable cities. Experience a week full of exchange, inspiration and innovation and help shape the future - your ideas. Your network. Your impact.

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The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has once again improved its position in the renowned QS World University Ranking and is ranked 98th in this year's edition, making it one of the top 100 universities worldwide. This means that KIT has climbed four places compared to the previous year.

Within Germany, which is represented by 48 universities, KIT improved by one position to 5th place. KIT performs particularly well in the “success of graduates” indicator, where it ranks third in Germany.

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With the FA(ST)2Africa project, KIT is bringing together its Africa-related research activities. The goal is to expand cooperation with partners in African countries, make research more visible, and develop new projects. FA(ST)2Africa is a network of KIT institutes that work with African partners, mainly in the areas of water, climate, energy, and raw materials.