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"The outcry from parents isn't loud enough yet"
How can teachers meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student body? What solutions are available when children often have to repeat their first year of school? And why is there still reason for optimism despite everything? We discussed these topics with Prof. Dr. Simone Plöger for our interview [...]
The Amazing Diversity of the Pineapple Family
A plant exchange and two fascinating lectures await visitors to the Osnabrück University Botanical Garden on Saturday, August 29, 2026: That’s when the German Bromeliad Society (DBG) will gather here for its annual meeting.
Osnabrück University Evaluates Hamburg Pilot Projects for a Good Quality of Life in Old Age
Many people have a strong desire to continue living in their familiar home environment for as long as possible, even when they require care. The Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg is exploring how this can be achieved through innovative support and care structures in the pilot project “Staying in [...]
Six Trainees Start at the Osnabrück University
It’s an exciting new chapter: On August 3, six trainees began their vocational training at the Osnabrück University. These new talents will strengthen the departments of administration, horticulture, IT, and technical building management.
In Times of Heat and Wildfires: Geographers Study Moisture in Forest Soils
In a summer marked by extreme temperatures and wildfires, this project is more relevant than ever: Researchers at the Osnabrück University are studying the biological processes and ecohydrological mechanisms that govern water availability in forest soils.
University Seeks Study Participants
A negative body image is a significant risk factor for the development of eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge-eating disorder. Those affected often experience unpleasant feelings such as shame, fear, or disgust, as well as negative thoughts. The “sensED” research [...]
New Study: Wild common marmosets follow similar conversational rules as humans
A new study by the Osnabrück University shows that wild common marmosets organize their vocalizations according to fixed rules, revealing surprising parallels to human conversation.
Research at the Osnabrück University Supports Family Members of Breast Cancer Patients
The Gesi-BK research project aims to develop digital support services for family members of people with advanced breast cancer. With the participation of the Osnabrück University, an online platform has been in operation since June 2026 that provides information and counseling services.
Former Students Visit Osnabrück University with Their School Class from Rheine
What does a university actually look like on the inside? Last Wednesday, students from the Euregio Gesamtschule Rheine had the chance to find out for themselves during a visit to the Institute of English and American Studies. What made it special: Their teachers had already graduated from here 20 [...]
Shaping the Future of the University Through Diverse Experience
Effective October 1, the president of the University of Osnabrück, Prof. Dr. Susanne Menzel-Riedl, will take up the position of rector at the University of Münster. Following a multi-stage selection process, the Senate unanimously elected Prof. Dr. Tim Römer as her successor on July 15. The [...]