Research
Faculty 1 sees its research focus in the cross-cutting topics of “Smart regions” and “Cognitive and dependable cyber-physical systems”. A cross-disciplinary research cluster on the topic of “Cognitive Systems” is currently being created, in which almost all areas of the faculty are involved. This field of research brings together the previously parallel developments in the humanities, natural sciences, computer sciences, engineering and mathematics. It provides a mathematical formalization of cognitive models, which significantly improves capabilities such as machine recognition, learning, communication, planning and decision-making. The focus is also on the hardware required, from sensors and wireless networks to energy-efficient electronics. As a result, computer-compatible solutions based on specific mathematical models and algorithms are used in almost all areas of modern life - from the automatic control of building services, cars and airplanes to the semi-autonomous control of power plants, energy and transport networks, medical and rehabilitation technology and assistance systems. It is a declared goal to ensure DFG capability in all areas within the faculty, to strengthen basic research and to align future appointment policy accordingly.