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Excellent and International: Knowledge for Development, Sustainability and Equity

Peter Kiefer

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Hands-On Science: The Science Festival on Roßmarkt

The “Frankfurt Alliance” invites to the Frankfurt Science Festival. On Saturday, September 19, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Goethe University and 15 research institutions will showcase what this hub of science has to offer.

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Weather Forecasts Are Significantly Less Accurate in Poorer Countries

A seven-day weather forecast in a high-income country is, on average, more accurate than a next-day forecast in a low-income country. This is the striking finding of a new study by Prof. Manuel Linsenmeier of Goethe University Frankfurt and Prof. Jeffrey Shrader of Columbia University.

Christopher Goodnow

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Christopher Goodnow to Receive the 2027 Paul Ehrlich and Ludwig Darmstaedter Prize

Australian immunologist Christopher Goodnow will be awarded the Paul Ehrlich and Ludwig Darmstaedter Prize 2027 in recognition of his fundamental contributions to our understanding of autoimmune disease, the Scientific Council of the Paul Ehrlich Foundation announced today. 

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Latest Empedocles discovery also sheds light on the Roman philosopher Lucretius

A study by the Department of Classical Philology at the University of Frankfurt shows that new discoveries in the field of Greek literature can also bring about lasting changes to our understanding of Roman literature.

Dr. Seda Koyuncu, Dr. Johannes Petry

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Two ERC Starting Grants for Research Projects at Goethe University

The European Research Council (ERC) has awarded the coveted Starting Grant to researchers at Goethe University: Political scientist Dr. Johannes Petry and Dr. Seda Koyuncu.

Excellence Strategy: RMU-EXCITE

“RMU-EXCITE - Excellent. Collaborative. Transformative.”, the Rhine-Main Universities (RMU), of which Goethe University Frankfurt is a part, are applying as a University Excellence Consortium.

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Enrico Schleiff, President of Goethe University

Enrico Schleiff

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President of Goethe University Frankfurt

At Goethe University, we conduct research and teaching across a wide range of disciplines – from the humanities and social sciences to the natural, life, and medical sciences. Our disciplinary breadth and strength form the foundation for true interdisciplinarity, international collaboration, and open dialogue with society.

Jürgen Lecher

Research

A driving force for development, sustainability, and equity: Since its foundation, Goethe University has provided space for innovative approaches, experiments, and ideas. Learn more about our research and research profile.

Study and Teaching

A wide range of subjects and innovative teaching and learning methods shape courses and teaching at Goethe University. Learn more about our diverse course offerings and our approach to teaching.

Knowledge Transfer and Exchange

We conduct science with and for society. As the first German university rooted in civic tradition, we offer a wide variety of formats that strengthen dialogue with citizens and bring academics into society.

Body of Knowledge, Westend Campus

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Students, researchers, and staff share what inspires them, drives them, and connects them to Goethe University.

Uwe Dettmar

Bad Homburg Conference 2026

Bad Homburg Conference 2026

Außerhalb der Goethe-Universität

Was ist Kreativität?

Campus Riedberg

Bad Homburg Conference 2026

Bad Homburg Conference 2026

Außerhalb der Goethe-Universität

Science Festival Frankfurt 2026

Außerhalb der Goethe-Universität

54th Fall Conference on “Suicide Prevention and Assisted Suicide in Germany”

54th Fall Conference on “Suicide Prevention and Assisted Suicide in Germany” | Day 1

Campus Niederrad

Main Math Challenge

Campus Riedberg

Exhibition: I used to be older

Exhibition at the Giersch Museum of Goethe University (MGGU) from October 2 to 18, 2026 | The exhibition explores painter and graphic artist Johannes Heisig (b. 1953)’s artistic engagement with the work of writer Wolfgang Hilbig (1941–2007).

MGGU

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