Tag Archives: Technical University of Munich

TUM Researchers Develop 100x Faster Method to Cut Energy Consumption in AI Neural Network Training

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich have developed a new method for training neural networks that is 100 times faster and more energy-efficient than traditional iterative approaches. By using probabilities instead of iterative adjustments, the method reduces … Read the full press release

Study Reveals Risks of Intermittent Fasting for Teenagers, Impairing Insulin-Producing Cells

(IN BRIEF) A study by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), LMU Hospital Munich, and Helmholtz Munich found that while intermittent fasting benefits adult mice by improving insulin sensitivity, it harms beta cell development in adolescent mice, which could have … Read the full press release

Global Survey Reveals Majority Support for Social Media Moderation to Combat Harmful Content

(IN BRIEF) A global survey conducted by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the University of Oxford revealed that the majority of social media users want content moderation to prevent harmful material, including violence and defamation. Most respondents favored … Read the full press release

TUM Launches Cybersecurity Program with Google.org Support to Train the Next Generation of Digital Defenders

(IN BRIEF) The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has launched a new Cybersecurity Program to train over 200 students in the essential field of cybersecurity. Supported by up to 1 million USD from Google.org, the program aims to help students … Read the full press release

BMW Group Expands Quantum Computing Research to Drive Innovation in Automotive Design and Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) BMW Group is expanding its quantum computing efforts, having already initiated research into this advanced technology since 2017. Quantum computing has the potential to significantly impact materials science, engineering, and logistics, and is expected to play a key … Read the full press release

Technical University of Munich Study Reveals Germany’s 15-Year-Olds Lack Confidence in Evaluating Online Information

(IN BRIEF) An analysis of Germany’s 2022 PISA study reveals that while the majority of 15-year-olds feel confident about conducting online searches, they struggle with evaluating the quality and reliability of the information they find. Fewer than half of the … Read the full press release

TUM Researchers Unveil Breakthrough Filter Technology to Combat PFAS Contamination in Drinking Water

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a groundbreaking filtration method to remove harmful PFAS (“forever chemicals”) from drinking water. Using advanced metal-organic framework (MOF) compounds made of zirconium carboxylate, the filters are more effective … Read the full press release

Qkera, a TUM Spin-Off, Advances Solid-State Battery Technology for Greener Electromobility and Electronics

(IN BRIEF) Qkera, a TUM spin-off, has developed advanced electrolyte components for solid-state batteries, aiming to improve energy density and stability while reducing costs. The start-up has already made significant progress and was recently named one of the top 25 … Read the full press release

German Researchers Advance 6G Technology with Focus on Security, Digital Twins, and Telediagnostics

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and TU Dresden are leading initiatives to develop 6G mobile communication technologies, with commercial availability expected by 2030. These projects focus on key advancements such as digital twins for reliable … Read the full press release

New Research Links Mitochondrial Dysfunction to Crohn’s Disease, Offering Hope for Targeted Treatments

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich have found that mitochondrial dysfunction in the intestines can trigger Crohn’s disease symptoms by disrupting the gut microbiome. This groundbreaking discovery establishes a direct link between defective mitochondria and both tissue … Read the full press release

Stanford University’s Sarah Billington Shares Insights on Integrating Sustainability and Inclusivity in Academia

(IN BRIEF) Sarah Billington, a Senior Fellow at Stanford University’s Woods Institute for the Environment, emphasized the importance of integrating sustainability and inclusivity within academic institutions in her contribution to the global discourse series “One Topic, One Loop.” She highlighted … Read the full press release

Deutsches Museum and Technical University of Munich Unveil “Light and Matter” Exhibition on Quantum Physics

(IN BRIEF) The Deutsches Museum in Munich, in collaboration with the Technical University of Munich and the Munich Centre for Quantum Science and Technology (MCQST), is launching the “Light and Matter” exhibition. This exhibition aims to make quantum physics accessible … Read the full press release

sewts: Innovating Robotics in Laundry and Beyond

(IN BRIEF) Munich-based start-up sewts is revolutionizing industrial processes with AI-powered robots adept at handling materials with dynamic shapes, particularly textiles. Founded by graduates of the Technical University of Munich (TUM), sewts initially focused on automating tasks in industrial laundries, … Read the full press release

Transforming Robotics: Prof. Majid Khadiv’s Quest for Autonomous Humanoid Robots

(IN BRIEF) In a pioneering effort to advance robotics, Professor Majid Khadiv, TUM’s Professor of AI Planning in Dynamic Environments, is spearheading the development of ‘Automan’, an autonomous humanoid robot capable of undertaking dangerous or repetitive tasks. With a vision … Read the full press release

Prof Angela Schoellig Utilizes ChatGPT to Choreograph Drone Swarms Safely

(IN BRIEF) Professor Angela Schoellig from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has harnessed the power of ChatGPT to develop choreographies for swarms of drones synchronized to music, while implementing an additional safety filter to prevent mid-air collisions. This innovative … Read the full press release

Siemens Launches Groundbreaking Technology Center at Garching Research Campus

(IN BRIEF) Siemens inaugurates the first building complex of the Siemens Technology Center (STC) at Garching Research Campus, marking a significant milestone in Germany’s technological advancement. The STC, situated alongside prestigious institutions like the Technical University of Munich (TUM), the … Read the full press release

Unveiling Genetic Responses: Study Illuminates Boron Deficiency Impact on Oilseed Rape Plants

(IN BRIEF) A collaborative study involving researchers from the Technical University of Munich, Bielefeld University, and the Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research sheds light on the genetic mechanisms underlying the detrimental effects of boron deficiency on … Read the full press release

Gut Microbiome Composition Linked to Reduced Risk of Graft Versus Host Disease After Stem Cell Transplantation

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Universitätsklinikum Regensburg (UKR) have discovered that certain microbes in the gut can significantly reduce the occurrence of graft versus host disease (GvHD) following stem cell transplantation. By analyzing … Read the full press release

HackaTUM 2023: Students Innovate Solutions for Practical Problems in Eighth Annual Hackathon

(IN BRIEF) The eighth edition of the annual “hackaTUM” hackathon, organized by the TUM School of Computation, Information, and Technology (CIT), recently took place, drawing participation from students across 75 universities spanning three continents. With a focus on addressing practical … Read the full press release

Technical University of Munich Achieves Unprecedented Precision in Earth’s Rotation Measurement

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have made a groundbreaking advancement in the measurement of the Earth’s rotation. By enhancing a ring laser system at the Geodetic Observatory Wettzell, the team has achieved an unprecedented level … Read the full press release