From 12 to 29 October, the Spremberg branch, in collaboration with the GFZ Helmholtz Centre, transformed its premises into a pop-up store focusing on geothermal energy, soil and the subsurface. Two specialist talks, two workshops, a quiz night and an exhibition featuring displays and a geology quiz offered a wide range of perspectives on current research topics.

In the 2026/27 winter semester, five new professors will be joining BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg, including the recipient of an ERC Starting Grant and an award-winning gerontologist. Their research focuses on 2D materials for AI hardware, climate-friendly concrete, high-quality care, psychosocial health in old age and the curiosity of primary school children.

On 1 November 2026, Robert Nissen will take up his post as Chancellor of the Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU).