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Call for applications for doctoral scholarships

The doctoral programme "De-Globalisation and Global Decoupling (DeGlobE)" is currently offering up to 10 doctoral scholarships funded by the Hans Böckler Foundation. We are looking for committed graduates who would like to pursue a doctoral project…

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19. Mar 2026, 7.00 pm

Information event on doctoral scholarships

What topics does the DeGlobE doctoral programme cover? How exactly does the application process work? What do I need to consider when applying? We will answer these questions at an online information event on 19 March 2026 on the currently advertised…

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In the media: Rising oil prices and Iran's role on the world market

What exactly is driving the oil price, does today's halt to the upward trend give reason to relax, and what role does Iran play on the global market?

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Publication: Article by Madeleine Böhm in the PROKLA

The latest issue of PROKLA entitled "Emancipation - Power - Technology" features an article by Madeleine Böhm, coordinator of the doctoral programme.

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In the media: How is the Hormuz blockade affecting the global economy?

What are the consequences of the conflict in the Middle East and the associated blockade of the Strait of Hormuz? Prof Dr Andreas Goldthau addresses this question in a recent Deutschlandfunk Nova report.

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Academic Skills Training programme online from 2026

The Academic Skills Training Programme for the summer semester 2026 and winter semester 2026/2027 at the University of Erfurt is online. The programmes are also open to members of the doctoral college.

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Outlook 2026

For 2026, we have further workshops, colloquia, and discussion formats planned- with a focus on geoeconomics, deglobalization, and current questions of international political economy.

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In the news: Why international law still matters, even when it's broken

Does international law continue to guide our actions when it is repeatedly violated? In a recent interview with web.de, Professor Dr. Michael Riegner discusses this question.

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Brandt Lecture 2026: Climate Foreign Policy in times of geopolitical disruption: Lessons learned and ways forward

The Brandt Lecture 2026 will by held by Jennifer Morgan, Senior Fellow Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, former State Secretary and Special Envoy for International Climate Action for the Federal Foreign Office of Germany and Executive Director of…

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Venezuelan oil renaissance is not a given after US capture Maduro

Professor Andreas C. Goldthau comments on the US intervention in Venezuela and the consequences for global oil markets and geopolitics.

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