Amadeus Bramsiepe, KIT

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) ranks 48th in the QS Europe University Ranking 2026, placing it among the 50 best universities in Europe. In a national comparison, KIT ranks 6th. It achieves particularly good results in the areas of employer reputation and research performance, which are key indicators in the ranking.

From high-quality data collection to effective science communication: researchers and staff at all EPICUR universities will have the opportunity to expand their skills in the field of citizen science in 2026. The program includes a flexible online course and a two-day summer school at SDU in Denmark. Registration is open until Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Ron Kikinis, Professor of Radiology at Harvard Medical School (HMS), is receiving this year's “International Excellence Award of KIT” and the “Fellowship of SCHROFF Foundation.” KIT is thus honoring the globally recognized expert in the fields of medical image processing, image-guided therapy, and biomedical informatics.

On Monday, January 26, 2026, from 9 to 11 a.m., the International Scholar and Welcome Office (IScO) invites international researchers and academic guests to the welcome event “Good morning, Karlsruhe!” There, it offers straightforward initial orientation, personal support, and opportunities for exchange.

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Climate, water, and energy are everyday concerns in East Africa. How can KIT contribute? One way is by creating a platform for personal exchange: In Kenya, KIT brought together people from research, innovation, and organizations that enable collaboration across the region. Tu-Mai Pham-Huu from International Communications shares her impressions.

Cycling abroad for a semester: In our “Global Campus Stories,” you can read about how two KIT students deliberately chose not to fly and instead opted for sustainable travel across Europe to Sweden and Iceland. In 2026, the International Students Office will once again be holding its “Green Challenge” competition—with attractive prizes to be won.

In case of medical emergencies, psychological distress, or other acute situations, you will find all important emergency numbers and contact points at KIT and in Karlsruhe here. Do not hesitate to seek help in an emergency.

Shape the future of the EPICUR Alliance together with students from all over Europe. Organize events, network internationally, and contribute your own ideas. Meetings at EPICUR partner universities take place at least twice a year, and travel expenses are covered. Take advantage of the opportunity to launch initiatives, lead workshops, and actively contribute to the further development of the study experience.