Research in Germany

Germany is a top destination for PhD students, postdocs, and senior scientists. The website "Research in Germany" helps you to find your way to Germany, to seek for PhD positions, research jobs or funding opportunities. It describes the German research landscape and provides you with contacts to institutions and networks. Welcome to Germany - the Land of Ideas!

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Why Germany

There are many good reasons for coming to Germany. It is a leading research nation – especially when it comes to the disciplines of the future – and its universities and research institutions are among the best in the world. Find out more here.

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Two Minutes in a Research Wonderland!

Germany offers a diverse and welcoming ecosystem for researchers and innovators from across the world. From the maritime North to the Alps in the South: Our short film takes you on a journey to "Research Wonderland" Germany.

Current developments & news

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Here you will find a selection of the latest R&D news from German universities, non-university research institutes and industrial research facilities.

Start-ups in the liberal professions are attractive

Despite the great uncertainties as a result of the Ukraine war, the number of start-ups in Germany in 2022 developed slightly positively overall: In particular, the increase in start-ups in the liberal professions contributed to the fact that the total number of all start-ups (liberal professions, commercial sector, forestry and agriculture) rose.

Mar 29, 2023, 12:53:26 PM

New Study Highlights Importance of Mental Health in the Safety of Automated Driving

Automated driving is expected to reduce road deaths and cut carbon footprint. A study published today, involving Prof. Gunther Meinlschmidt of the International Psychoanalytic University (IPU) Berlin, found that 41% of respondents anticipate experiencing symptoms of phobia when using an autonomous car. Findings highlight the importance of mental health considerations in the safety evaluation of these systems and the need to address mental health concerns for the successful integration of autonomous cars into society.

Mar 29, 2023, 11:00:00 AM