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Information, labs, lectures - the HIT Osnabrück 2025
What happens after school? Osnabrück University and Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences provided answers to this question at the University Information Day - with over 200 offers and open doors to laboratories and lectures.
Ethics and law of collective privacy in the data society
From credit scoring to predictive policing: data-based prediction models are used in many areas to estimate behavior, risks and profits. One project aims to investigate the associated risks.
Timeless classics and lively solos
Following the successful premiere in January 2025, a big band gala will take place for the second time on Tuesday, January 20, in the festive ambience of the Alando Ballhaus.
The Christmas catalyst: when chemistry accelerates the festivities
Chemistry meets Christmas magic: the Osnabrück Christmas lecture uses humor and experiments to show how catalysts can also speed up the festive season.
Science Slam in the student center
From AI and brains to dreams and octopuses: This and much more is on offer at a science slam on Thursday, November 20, at Osnabrück University.
60 years of the Second Vatican Council: Believing, thinking and acting interculturally
To mark the 60th anniversary of the conclusion of the Second Vatican Council, the Institute of Roman Catholic Theology at Osnabrück University and Haus Ohrbeck are hosting an international conference.
An evening full of music and stories
Students from the Institute of Musicology and Music Education at Osnabrück University promise an evening full of music, emotions and stories on Tuesday, November 18 at the Balou (Kolpinghaus).
Project investigates ancient interpretations of history
What emotions are attributed to kings and queens in the period from Alexander the Great to Cleopatra by ancient historians? The project "Emotions of rulers in Hellenism" will address this question from January 2026.
Philosophical café invites discussion
On Sunday, November 16, the Philosophical Café at the Blue Note, Erich-Maria-Remarque-Ring 16, will discuss the question "What is home? More than a personal reference?"
Which school subject is the least popular?
Which school subjects are particularly unpopular today - physics, math or perhaps French? Researchers at Osnabrück University want to find out with a large-scale study.