Prof. Dr. Arnd Garsuch, an expert from BASF SE in Ludwigshafen, has strengthened the Institute of Materials Chemistry at Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg. As an honorary professor of technical electrochemistry, he will contribute his expertise to joint research projects and the further development of the courses on offer at the Senftenberg campus.

In our "Meet the Team" series, we introduce you to the staff members of the EIZ – today another pioneer and trailblazer of the EIZ, Prof. Felix Müsgens.

Our EIZ SPARK Academy, a six-week training programme that supports scientists in turning their research ideas into successful business models, has been successfully launched.

Entrepreneurs and founders from Lusatia can now submit their business ideas to the region's biggest pitch event. Simply apply in one of the eight categories by 31 August, receive valuable feedback and secure attractive prizes at the final on 5 November!

EIZ SPARK Inspire is entering the next round: The event is aimed at researchers and students and is fully in line with a start-up-oriented mindset – because we are convinced that spin-offs from science are an elementary component of a stable research ecosystem!

In our "Meet the Team" series, we introduce you to the EIZ's Staff Members – today one of the EIZ's pioneers and trailblazers, Prof. Johannes Schiffer.

E-world energy & water, which will take place in Essen from 11 to 13 February 2025, is the leading trade fair and meeting place for the European Energy Economics industry.

The iCampus at the Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) is inviting industry partners to its 5G Day on 22 January 2025. The BTU's self-sufficient 5G network has been in operation since spring 2024. It can be used free of charge by regional companies. The focus will be on the advantages and opportunities this offers for commercial enterprises.

Innovative, sustainable projects and ideas from industry and research are being sought and honoured under the motto "Shaping.a.sustainable.future". The closing date for applications is 28 March 2025.

On November 12, 2024, BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg welcomed its new DAAD scholarship students. These scholars from 23 countries, engaged in a wide range of fields, enrich university life and contribute to the cultural diversity of the university.