TU Braunschweig Marks 100 Years of High Voltage Tech, Welcomes Change
TU Braunschweig is marking significant milestones and events this autumn. The elenia Institute for High Voltage Technology and Energy Systems turns 100, while the university bids farewell to long-serving staff and welcomes new achievements.
The elenia Institute, established in 1925, will celebrate its centennial with the 'Festkolloquium elenia 100' on October 1 and 2. Prof. Christian Kehrt will present the institute's history, highlighting its influence on electrical energy research and its pioneering work on high-voltage direct current transmission systems and safety investigations.
Hannah Kreß, the editor of this newsletter, is completing her internship and will be leaving TU Braunschweig. Meanwhile, Michael Kraft, who has shaped the Botanical Garden for nearly four decades, is retiring.
Two start-ups from TU Braunschweig, LBR Engineering UG and Gaia Aerospace, have won the ThroughSTARTer Award. The 'City of the Future' research focus will host an informational event on October 9, starting at 2 pm in the teaching studio (PK 4.111) in the old building.
Speakers are sought for the online symposium 'Global Citizenship in Action' on November 19, with applications due by September 30. An online survey in the 'ProDiGI' project shows the value students place on international teaching offers for their future careers. Jun.-Prof. Jana Raupbach received the Werner-Baltes Award 2025 for her research on vegan alternative products and their effect on protein structure and digestion.
The German Research Foundation has launched a new website providing information and tips on funding acknowledgements. The 39th Braunschweig Fire Protection Days will focus on the risks of high-voltage storage and stationary battery systems from September 30 to October 1.
TU Braunschweig looks back on its history and forward to its future, celebrating achievements, welcoming change, and fostering innovation. The university continues to shape the city and the world through its research, education, and community.
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