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Researchers at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena have demonstrated that biographical background knowledge significantly aids the brain in storing and recognizing faces more reliably than visual features alone.
A new study by the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena shows that biographical background knowledge plays a decisive role in the brain’s processing when recognizing individuals.
On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, author Dorothee Riese will present her current novel at Schillers Gartenhaus in Jena as part of the series “Die Gunst des Augenblicks.”
The Friedrich-Schiller-Universität and the city administration of Jena are developing an ambitious master plan for educational equity in Europe, to be presented to the EU Commission as the ‘Jena Recommendations’ in May 2026.
Gaming has long since ceased to be mere pastime, becoming instead a growing platform for political debate. On April 17, 2026, the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität and the City of Jena invite the public to an action day at the Stadtlab to discuss this phenomenon with experts and educators.
Friedrich Schiller University Jena has officially laid the foundation stone for its new FORUM communication center. Funded by the Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung, the project aims to become a central hub for interdisciplinary exchange and public engagement.
Starting in the upcoming winter semester, the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena will introduce the so-called rural doctor quota for human medicine studies. The application phase for the new admission process in Thüringen has officially begun.
A dedicated group of citizens in Jena-Nord aims to transform two vacant university buildings on Steubenstraße into a self-managed housing project. By utilizing a non-speculative rental model, the initiative seeks to provide long-term affordable living space for families and individuals. This community-driven approach offers a creative solution to Jena’s housing shortage, revitalizing urban structures while bypassing the traditional real estate market.
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena is aiming for the top tier of German academia. With two successful Clusters of Excellence already secured, the university is now bidding for the prestigious title of “University of Excellence.” If successful in 2026, the status would bring massive financial backing and international prestige, further cementing Jena’s position as a leading global hub for research and science.
Researchers from Friedrich Schiller University Jena have discovered that mosses play a crucial role in protecting our environment. At the Saale-Elster-Sandsteinplatte-Observatorium, a study showed that these small plants act as highly effective filters, preventing excess nitrogen from reaching the groundwater. This research provides vital new insights for sustainable forestry and ecosystem protection in Thuringia.