The transport of energy between atoms and molecules is the foundation of all life. It is based on interatomic forces, known as dipole-dipole interactions. The research team led by Prof. Dr. Herwig Ott at the Technical University of Kaiserslautern (TUK) has now succeeded in simulating such a transpor…

Anna Maria Friedel studied Physics at the Technical University of Kaiserslautern (TUK) and completed several stays abroad during her studies. She wrote her thesis at TUK and at the Université de Lorraine (UL), located in Metz and Nancy, France. For this work in experimental physics, she received the…

Quantum technologies are increasingly pushing into industrial applications at a faster and faster pace. Development in some areas is progressing so quickly that the demand for skilled professionals cannot be met by graduates from universities. To enable working professionals to qualify at an academi…

Laser, microprocessor, or smartphone work thanks to quantum mechanics. Many quantum phenomena have now been understood by research. The insights will lead to the development of further technologies. To develop them, experts who are familiar with the subject are needed. The Erasmus Mundus Master's pr…

Quantum computers offer significant advantages over classical, digital computers in processing speed. This is particularly important when solving optimization problems, which involve calculating complex issues such as logistics processes. To harness this potential, the Federal Ministry of Education…

Colon cancer often progresses to a fatal stage in its late stages. Therefore, new therapeutic approaches are necessary. A research team from TU Kaiserslautern led by toxicologist Prof. Dr. Jörg Fahrer has succeeded in identifying the active compound Devimistat as a drug candidate that can improve co…

A student team from the Technical University of Kaiserslautern (TUK) convinced the jury with their method at the international iGEM competition (International Genetically Engineered Machine): They received a gold medal and were nominated in the "Foundational Advance" category for the best project. T…

Under extreme environmental conditions such as heat, drought, or high salt concentrations, organisms switch to stress mode to protect themselves. Similar reaction routines occur within the cells of fungi, plants, animals, and humans. But what fundamental principles underlie these processes, and what…

Medications often help with various diseases. To be effective, researchers need precise information about the surface molecules of viruses or bacteria. Often, the movement of the atoms of these molecules is neglected during drug development. However, this can affect the efficacy. A team of researche…

Fluid should flow resistance-free through narrow pipes, such as in production facilities. This is usually achieved through applied coatings. A research team at the Technical University of Kaiserslautern (TUK) is now rethinking the flow behavior: The starting point is an additional, internally locate…