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Conference: "Umkämpfte Demokratie" – register now!

Democracy has evolved over time and is, at the same time, a subject of contention. Under the title "Umkämpfte Demokratie" (Hard-fought Democracy), a conference at the University of Erfurt on 20 and 21 November will explore how democratic systems came…

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Gerda Henkel Tandem Fellowships for the Global History of Ideas

With the support of the Gerda Henkel Foundation, the Gotha Research Centre at the University of Erfurt is once again inviting applications for Gerda Henkel Tandem Fellowships in the History of Global Ideas. Applications can be submitted until 10…

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New publication: Die Banalität des Orientalismus

A new book by Kai Hafez, entitled "Die Banalität des Orientalismus", has been published by Transcript publishing house.

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Erasmus+: New project on teachers’ wellbeing receives €250,000 in funding

How can teachers’ well-being be sustainably improved and strengthened? A team of international researchers intends to explore this question over the next two years. They are receiving support from the Erasmus+ programme, which is funding the project…

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New publication: „Resonanz und soziale Energie. Über Schlüsselbegriffe der Kritischen Theorie“

A new book by Hartmut Rosa, director of the Max-Weber-Kolleg at the University of Erfurt, has been published by Reclam under the title „Resonanz und soziale Energie. Über Schlüsselbegriffe der Kritischen Theorie“ (Resonance and Social Energy: On Key…

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CMW Forum Discussion: Good Care – Constructively Shaping Care and Power Relationships

The Research and Graduate Service unit at the University of Erfurt invites PhD students to the next CMW Forum discussion on 1 December, from 9.00 am to 4.30 pm, in the seminar room of the "Weltbeziehungen" research building (C19). The topic this time…

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A milestone in promoting physical activity in schools: ‘BeKiGeKi’ incorporated into the Thuringian primary school curriculum

Health experts agree: regular and sufficient physical activity is crucial for a healthy life. Keeping fit not only protects against illnesses such as diabetes and obesity, but the importance of social participation should not be underestimated…

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Insights from Professor Jörg Rüpke

New publication: Cities of Gods

A new book by Jörg Rüpke is due to be published by Princeton University Press on 6 October 2026. It summarises the research findings of the "Religion and Urbanity" research group, which has been based at the Max-Weber-Kolleg at the University of…

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