Technical University of Munich

Technical University of Munich2026-10-29 15:23

EuroTech expands to eight universities

The EuroTech Universities Alliance has celebrated its 15th anniversary in Brussels. The alliance, co-founded by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), pools research, innovation and infrastructure for Europe’s technological future. On January 1, 2027, the Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU) and Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech) will bring the number of member universities to eight. The accession agreements were signed during the anniversary celebrations.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-29 08:26

Mycorrhizae and how they help plants

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have succeeded for the first time in visualizing the network of plant roots and fungi in the soil. In this Quarks episode, Prof. Mutez Ahmed and his team explain how this helps make plants climate-resilient.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-28 10:01

Number 12 in Global Employability Ranking

Companies around the world consider graduates of the Technical University of Munich (TUM) to be exceptionally well qualified. This is shown by the Global University Employability Ranking, in which TUM has moved up to 12th place. In Europe, it is number four following the universities in Oxford and Cambridge and ETH Zurich.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-27 11:22

TUM tops the list for patent applications

The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is among the top 10 universities that filed the most patents with the European Patent Office (EPO) in 2025. In Germany, it ranks first in the EPO’s ranking by a wide margin.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-27 09:56

Sustainability is contagious

At TUM Campus Straubing, students in the Circularity Bootcamp are testing what sustainable living could look like in a rural setting, how they can encourage others to join in, and how much community matters along the way.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-23 06:17

TUM opens Convergence Center and TUM RoboGym powered by NEURA

TUM opens its Convergence Center and TUM RoboGym powered by NEURA at Munich Airport. Students, researchers and industry partners come together to develop tomorrow’s technologies.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-22 14:00

Making robots smarter

The Munich Institute of Robotics and Machine Intelligence (TUM MIRMI) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and NEURA Robotics have opened the TUM RoboGym, one of Europe’s most advanced training and research centers for embodied artificial intelligence. Initially, around 100 humanoid and service robots will learn specific skills and processes in 48 training cells. The large volumes of training data will help make robots safer and more reliable.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-22 10:41

Measuring diversity

From microscopic water organisms to entire forest landscapes, researchers at TUM are harnessing cutting-edge technologies to investigate how biodiversity is affected by climate change — and how ecosystems can be protected more effectively.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-22 07:03

SMEs need data skills

At TUM TALK 2026 on the TUM Campus Heilbronn, experts from academia and business discussed the skills and structures companies need to use data for strategic decision-making.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-20 07:00

Award for Exemplary Communication on Animal Research

The “Understanding Animal Research” initiative has awarded the Technical University of Munich (TUM) a quality seal for its “exemplary communication on animal research.” The assessment focused in particular on the newly launched website “Animal Research at TUM,” which promotes open dialogue with the public. “Understanding Animal Research” is an initiative of the Alliance of Leading German Science Organizations.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-20 05:07

Big goals for a semester in Singapore

As of October 20, students can apply for study abroad programs through TUMexchange again. Nick, who is spending a semester in Singapore to make progress toward his long-term research goal, is a prime example of how impactful such an experience can be.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-19 16:10

TUM Strengthens Cutting-Edge Research with the Center for Quantum Engineering

TUM has opened the Center for QuantumEngineering (ZQE). The institute brings together research on quantum technologies and bridges the gap between basic research and applications in the fields of quantum computing, secure communication, high-precision sensor technology and simulations of new materials. At the same time, it offers optimal conditions for early-career researchers. In this way, the ZQE strengthens Munich’s position as a leading hub for quantum research.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-19 10:24

TUM Celebrates Alumni Homecoming

Every year, TUM celebrates its alumni’s graduation anniversaries, making one thing clear: the connection to the university does not end with graduation. It continues for years and decades, across career stages, national borders, and sometimes even generations. At this year’s TUM Alumni Homecoming, numerous alumni who had completed their degree programs or earned their doctorates 15 or 25 years ago returned to the TUM Campus Garching.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-13 12:27

Record-breaking start: More students and more international than ever

For the winter semester 2026/27, TUM expects record student numbers. It is projected to have a total of around 53,800 students, including 16,750 newly enrolled students. At the open-air event “Welcome@TUM” on the Garching campus, the university welcomed its new students. The event was supported by Freunde der TUM e.V. (TUM Association of Alumni and Friends). According to preliminary figures, 48.8 percent of them are international.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-12 06:00

Using AI to respond more quickly to traffic hazards

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the BMW Group have combined sensor data from vehicles, traffic lights and overhead sign gantries to generate specific recommendations for road users. In less than 100 milliseconds, the AI system creates a digital picture of the situation and derives recommendations from it.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-09 11:58

“We need to redefine our conservation goals”

Climate change is reshaping which plants and animals live together in ecosystems around the world: some species communities are breaking apart, while new ones are forming. A new study from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) shows that these changes also have important implications for conservation and ecological restoration. The researchers argue that it is time to rethink existing goals and take a more...

Technical University of Munich2026-10-08 07:36

Protecting autonomous vehicles against cyberattacks

Driver-assistance systems are now installed in nearly all modern cars. As a result, safety depends on whether computer systems can reliably process sensor data. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) are therefore investigating how these systems can be specifically manipulated - with the goal of better protecting vehicles from such attacks in the future. Even a film discreetly placed over the sensors can cause serious accidents.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-07 08:20

RobCo is TUM’s 24th unicorn

The Munich-based robotics start-up RobCo is the latest unicorn to emerge from the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Founded six years ago by three former robotics students from the TUM Chair of Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Real-Time Systems, the company focuses on AI-powered automation solutions for industrial manufacturing. It is now the 24th unicorn to emerge from TUM’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-07 05:18

TUM and Sartorius establish Cell Culture Biomanufacturing Lab

Cell culture technologies are becoming increasingly important for the production of biopharmaceuticals. Against this background, the new TUM Sartorius Cell Culture Biomanufacturing Lab (CCBM) aims to provide state-of-the-art research infrastructure and a shared platform for interdisciplinary research, education, and collaboration with industry.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-06 13:50

Nobel Prize in physics for TUM Distinguished Affiliated Professor Francis Halzen

Belgian-American particle physicist and TUM Distinguished Affiliated Professor Francis Halzen has been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics. He is being honored for his pioneering work in neutrino astronomy and the first detection of these cosmic particles with the vast IceCube detector at the South Pole, as the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced in Stockholm.

Technical University of Munich2026-10-05 10:34

Thousands of guests at the open house

Exploring research labs, talking with scientists, and conduct experiments yourself: About 15,000 participants attended the open house at the Garching Research Campus. More than 30 institutions and companies offered insights for guests from all age groups.