Science for all ages

On 3 June, as part of the Senftenberg Senior Citizens’ Academy lecture series, we had the opportunity to provide fascinating insights into the development of the Lausitz Science Park. Together with Dr Stefanie de Graaf from the DLR Institute of Electrified Aviation Propulsion and René Kalkowski from the City of Cottbus, we presented the participants in Senftenberg with various perspectives on the future in Lusatia:

• Dr Stefanie de Graaf provided insights into the work of the DLR Institute and presented current research projects.
• René Kalkowski explained the developments in structural change in Cottbus and the role of the Lausitz Science Park as a key building block for the region’s future.
• Dr Markus Schwenke presented the origins and development of the Lausitz Science Park from the BTU’s perspective and highlighted how science, research and technology transfer can help bring innovation to the region and create new value.

We were particularly pleased by the keen interest shown and the lively exchange with the participants of the SeniorenAkademie. The questions and discussions demonstrated how important it is to communicate future-oriented topics across generations and to engage in dialogue together.

Through the Senior Academy lecture series at BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg, the Centre for Continuing Education supports all interested senior citizens in lifelong learning as part of the ‘Open University – KNOWLEDGE FOR ALL’ programme.