research & discover
University of Freiburg researchers transcend the traditional boundaries between the disciplines, working together to advance scientific knowledge and work out solutions to the great challenges of the future.
Around the World in an RV
The literary scholar Anna Sennefelder is studying travel descriptions in movies
Concepts that Provide Direction During Crises
The NO-FEAR network has initiated a European dialogue about the corona epidemic
“We’re talking about an uncertain period of time”
Medical scientist Hartmut Hengel explains why it takes so long to develop vaccines for the new coronavirus
The More Drastic the Disease, the Sooner it Declines
Computational models provide insights into the spread of epidemics such as the corona virus — and with them recommendations for action
The Resistance of the Vine
The results of a tri-national research project show that viticulture and environmental protection must not be mutually exclusive.
Open to Open-Plan
Work environment spaces are changing – but there are advantages and disadvantages to open-plan
Indicator of Society's Problems
Classical heroes are anachronistic, yet heroic stories are all the rage – sociologist Ulrich Bröckling investigates this paradox
Subterranean Twists and Turns
University of Freiburg hydrologists make a map of hidden deposits of water
Collectively Under Suspicion
The corona virus causes hostility towards Asians - what images of China does the reporting create?