Outreach
Bio(R)evolution series
Our Faculty aims to provide its newly appointed or co-opted professors a platform to present their visionary research questions and, at the same time, highlight the relevance of basic research at Ruperto Carola for tackling major societal challenges. It is open to the public and afterwards there is the possibility to have a chat with the speakers. Everyone is welcome to attend!
Faculty of Biosciences presents: BioRevolution #5
Engineering Life – from Genomes to Organs
Bioengineering meets synthetic genomics: in a joint event, Prof. Dr Daniel Schindler and Prof. Dr. Aurelio Teleman report on their current research and invite the specialist academic community, along with an interested non-university public, to join in discussing the possible societal impacts of their work. The two short talks, followed by a moderated panel discussion, are part of the series “Bio(R)evolution – New Faces, New Ideas, New Horizons”. The event took place on 18 May 2026.
Faculty of Biosciences presents: BioRevolution #4
Evolutionary Cell Biology meets Neurosciences
Evolutionary cell biology meets neuroscience: In a joint event, Prof. Dr Yasin Dagdas and Prof. Dr Simon J. Wiegert are set to present their current research, inviting both the academic community and curious members of the public to engage in a discussion on the potential societal impacts of their work. The event was held on 4 December 2025.
Faculty of Biosciences presents: BioRevolution #3
Microbiome Research meets Developmental Genomics
The Faculty of Biosciences at Heidelberg University is pleased to present the 3rd edition of the Bio(R)evolution lecture event, that took place on May 26th, 2025, at 18:00 in the Bertalanffy Lecture Hall, Center for Organismal Studies (COS), Im Neuenheimer Feld 230, Heidelberg. Entitled “Microbiome Research meets Developmental Genomics,” this special event spotlight the groundbreaking research and forward-thinking visions of two newly appointed professors at the Center for Organismal Studies: Prof. Dr. Lauren Saunders and Prof. Dr. Gilles Storelli. Their presentations illuminate how, through their work on microbiome dynamics and genomic regulation, nature and nurture intersect during development—an area of growing importance for both basic science and societal health.
Faculty of Biosciences presents: BioRevolution #2
Protein Quality Control Meets Developmental Biology
The Faculty of Biosciences is delighted to announce the 2nd edition of the Bio(R)evolution lecture event, featuring Prof. Dr. Nora Vögtle and Prof. Dr. Lazaro Centanin. This special occasion will take place on November 18th, 2024, at 18:00 in the Bertalanffy Lecture Hall of the Center for Organismal Studies, Im Neuenheimer Feld 230, Heidelberg. Entitled “Protein Quality Control Meets Developmental Biology,” this event will showcase the pioneering research and forward-thinking visions of Professors Vögtle and Centanin, emphasising the intersections of cellular health and development reshaping modern biosciences.
Faculty of Biosciences presents: BioRevolution #1
Molecular Engineering Meets Evolutionary Neurobiology
This event showcased the groundbreaking research and visions of newly appointed professors Dr. Kerstin Goepfrich and Dr. Gaspar Jekely, heralding a new era of scientific exploration at our university. The video features two presentations by Dr. Goepfrich and Dr. Jekely, followed by a moderated podium discussion on the societal impact of their research. The event was recorded on June 10th 2024, in the Bertalanffy Lecture Hall of the Center for Organismal Studies at Heidelberg University.
MolBiosciences Symposium
"Colors of Biotechnology" 5.-7.10.2023
The Molecular Biosciences Symposium, organized by Master students of Molecular Bioscience at Heidelberg University, cordially welcomes you to this year's exciting event: "Colors of Biotechnology"!
Biotechnology, an ever-advancing field with high relevance across various disciplines within Molecular Bioscience, takes center stage during our three-day symposium. Join us for captivating keynote lectures and interactive workshops, highlighting cutting-edge research in the vast realm of biotechnology. From modern industrial applications to agricultural, environmental, pharmaceutical, and life science approaches, we'll explore the spectrum of possibilities and delve into the ethical aspects of these advancements.
https://molbioevents.wixsite.com/molbio-symposium
SPARK@COS
The SPARK@COS Series was created with the aim of providing a better understanding of integrative approaches in systems-oriented biology for both high school students and scientists on campus. The twice-yearly lecture is regularly attended by more than 200 students from Heidelberg and the region and is very popular on campus. SPARK@COS used to be called the Bertalanffy lectures
