The second "CDI Decarbonisation Summer School 2026 – Shaping the Future of Industry" is just around the corner. From August 31 to September 4, 2026, students, doctoral researchers, and young professionals will come together to develop innovative solutions for a climate-neutral industrial future. The application deadline is June 15, 2026.

The GRS is offering PhD and postdoctoral researchers access to an e-learning platform with over 40 tailored courses - flexible, free of charge, and accessible throughout 2026. Register by May 29, 2026.

As part of the DeCarbon Days on June 25, 2026, at BTU, the “DeCarbon Drafts” competition offers doctoral researchers a stage to present their findings in an innovative pitch format and win attractive prizes.

From September 7 to 11, 2026, the Berlin School of Economics and Law (HWR Berlin) will once again host an international summer school for doctoral researchers. Applications are open until May 29, 2026. The summer school offers the opportunity to learn about career paths for scientists at universities of applied sciences.

With the new ['skai]-lab cooperation, BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg, the DLR Institute of Electrified Aero Engines and the Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM) are pooling their expertise in quality control, condition analysis and operational safety of additively manufactured components for electrified aircraft engines.

In this English-language online workshop, BTU doctoral and postdoctoral researchers will receive a practical introduction to using AI tools for research and academic writing, including opportunities, limitations, and ethical considerations.

In the summer semester 2026, the Graduate Research School (GRS) will offer a workshop series on »Data Science with Python«. PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers from all disciplines can gain valuable skills for both research and the job market. Our partner, eoda GmbH, offers a joint certificate upon completion of all sessions.

The Energy Innovation Center (EIZ) is offering an online event series for young researchers at BTU, covering topics in science communication.

In 2026, GRS will again award mobility grants to doctoral students and postdocs in the early phase after their doctorate. In addition to conference attendance and short research stays, we also support participation in online conferences.

The junior research group led by Dr. Marius Klug was evaluated on 15 December 2025. Following the successful completion of this interim evaluation, the Young Investigator Group “Intuitive XR” has been extended until March 2028.