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Here you can find information on current events and news of the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT).

News for Students

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The TUM 1,000+ project week connects science and business: students work for five days in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), solve real business problems, and gain insights into company culture and challenges. They discover potential future employers.

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The workshop will take place on October 6 and 7 at the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology. It is aimed at academics with an interest in actuarial science and mathematical finance and professionals from related fields such as actuaries, risk managers and financial engineers.

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The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is launching a new Cybersecurity Program which will offer more than 200 students from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to learn more about the field of cybersecurity. Professor Georg Carle is Principal Investigator.

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As of February 1, 2025, prospective students can apply for the new Master's degree program in Microelectronics and Chip Design at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). It offers a unique entry into a future-oriented industry. Visit the virtual info session on March 31!

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From June 23 to 26, 2025, in Garching: Take advantage of the career forum to meet more than 320 companies. Workshops, one-on-one interviews, and application photos will support your career. Participation is free. Get informed and register for individual interviews via the online catalog.

News from the School

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The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is ranked among the top 20 worldwide in the QS World University Rankings by Subject for the first time, placing 18th in Natural Sciences and 19th in Engineering & Technology. Additionally, it ranks among the top 50 universities in 12 subjects.

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In the Central Electronics and Information Technology Lab (ZEITlab) of the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT), a new large-scale instrument was inaugurated at a ceremony on January 30, 2025. It was sponsored by the company Rohde & Schwarz.

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The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is one of the world's top 25 universities in computer sciences, natural sciences and engineering. This is the result of the latest subject rankings published by the British magazine Times Higher Education (THE).

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Each year, the IEEE Fellow Committee recommends a select group of candidates after a rigorous evaluation process. Less than 0.1% of the voting members are selected for this honorary status.

Research, Awards |

In the SwingBots project, Prof. Alin Albu-Schäffer aims to construct an energy-efficient industrial robot that utilises natural oscillations. With the Proof of Concept Grant, he plans to identify the most promising applications, develop a prototype, and assess the potential for market introduction.

News from Research

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Current political developments show how important it is to strengthen Europe's technological sovereignty in the fields of high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI). The TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT) is making a significant contribution.

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Pioneering educational project by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Roland Berger Foundation (RBS) supports socially disadvantaged children. Through Artificial Intelligence (AI), students will develop competencies early on to actively shape the digital future.

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Recover mobility faster after a stroke: Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a system that combines an exoskeleton with electrical stimulation. Initial tests show that stroke patients can regain movement in paralyzed arms and hands earlier.

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Researchers from TUM Professor Angela Schoellig's Learning Systems and Robotics Lab have developed a wheeled robot that makes its way through a crowd of people safely and without hesitation. Similar algorithms could also be used for humanoid robots or autonomous driving to enable safe interaction between robots and humans.

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TUM robotics professor Achim Lilienthal and researchers at the University of Cologne have developed an AI-based learning system that recognizes strengths and weaknesses in mathematics by tracking eye movements with a webcam to generate problem-solving hints.

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