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🌍 New place. New people. New perspectives. New beginnings. ✨

Last week, we welcomed our newest international members. From research to Ruhr Area discoveries – including the Borussia Dortmund stadium. ⚽ Welcome to RESOLV the community!

Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current...

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October 20, 2026 at 9:48 AM
🔬 Science to discover, experience and explore!

Our exhibition ‘Völlig losgelöst’ invites you on an exciting journey behind the scenes of international top-level research: currently at City Hall Bedburg-Hau, Oct. 3rd to Nov. 15, 2026.

Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current...

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October 5, 2026 at 9:41 AM
Congratulations to Clara Saraceno on receiving the UNIPRENEURS Award!

This recognition highlights outstanding contributions to entrepreneurship, innovation and knowledge transfer – and the role of universities in turning research into impact.

More: news.rub.de/english/2026...

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September 23, 2026 at 1:23 PM
🎓 Congratulations to our Master’s students Harshini Dhara and Jan Niclas Ludwig on their nominations for the Wübben Foundation Student Grant! 👏

We are proud to have such talented young researchers as part of the team.

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September 22, 2026 at 9:03 AM
🔬 Academia meets industry 🏭

RESOLV brings scientists together with representatives from international and local companies. A great chance to explore careers beyond academia and make new connections! 🤝

Registration open until Oct. 18th.

➡️ More: www.solvation.de/news/resolv-...

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World Science Day 2026
Join us at RESOLV's science-industry networking event! November 10th, 2026, 12:00 - 20:00 ZEMOS Building, Ruhr University Bochum
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September 21, 2026 at 9:30 AM
🔬 Völlig losgelöst – an exhibition on science!

What happens behind the scenes of cutting-edge research? Discover fascinating questions, methods and the role of water. 💧

🚀 Embark with us on an exciting journey into the world of science: www.solvation.de/news/resolv-...

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September 8, 2026 at 11:54 AM
Max Planck Institut fur Chemische Energiekonversion is hiring:
Early Career Research (ECR) Group Leader

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September 6, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion is hiring:
Early Career Research (ECR) Group Leader

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September 6, 2026 at 5:48 PM
🔬 Your step into Solvation Science!

🌍 Master’s & PhD students worldwide can now apply for our Student Challenge and win a fully funded 3-month research stay in Germany, connect with our scientists and bring research ideas to life!

➡️ Apply now: www.solvation.de/education/st...

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September 1, 2026 at 12:30 PM
💧 Water may be one of the most familiar substances on earth. But its molecular behavior is anything but simple.

💡 Discover why one of the simplest molecules is also one of the most scientifically fascinating: news.rub.de/english/2026...

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August 28, 2026 at 8:24 AM
Inspiring future scientists 🔬✨

12 students spent 5 days at our summer camp, gaining hands-on research experience, exploring cutting-edge science and working with our researchers.

🫶 Thank you to all who made this inspiring week possible!

More: www.solvation.de/news/current...

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July 30, 2026 at 9:10 AM
🌍 Spring Onboarding 2026

RESOLV welcomed new international members to introduce the program and offer the opportunity to meet new colleagues. Highlight of the day: a visit to Zeche Zollverein and a shared dinner. Welcome to RESOLV! ✨

#SolvationScience #iGSS #iMOS

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May 27, 2026 at 1:08 PM
🚀 Take your research beyond the classroom! Get the chance to win a fully funded 3-month research stay in Germany.

➡️ Apply by 1st June for our Student Challenge: www.solvation.de/education/st...

Open to Master & PhD students (natural sciences, medical sciences, or engineering).

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May 22, 2026 at 7:36 AM
RESOLV welcomes new ECR Group Leaders

In the past weeks Dr. Hanna Hinrika Cramer and Dr. Guanqi Qiu have joined the RESOLV Team.

We wish them both continued success and a rewarding experience in their new roles.

Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current...
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April 28, 2026 at 11:27 AM
🔬✨ Girls’ Day at RESOLV ✨🔬

18 girls became scientists for a day at our labs and got a taste of real research – discovering that chemistry and physics can be exciting. Maybe we’ll meet some of you in the future again – as young scientists! 🚀

www.solvation.de/news/current...

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April 24, 2026 at 10:51 AM
200+ guests joined us to launch our 3rd funding period! 🎉 From inspiring talks to cutting-edge solvation science, we’re excited for the next 7 years driving sustainable chemistry and innovation. 🚀

Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current...

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© Photos: RUB, Marquard & RESOLV
March 30, 2026 at 3:27 PM
🚀 A flagship project and strong momentum for sustainable chemistry: The Research Center Chemical Sciences and Sustainability was opened in Bochum in the presence of Science Minister Ina Brandes.

Read more: news.rub.de/english/2026...
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© Photos: RUB, Marquard
March 30, 2026 at 3:20 PM
“Jugend forscht” participants at RESOLV 🔬✨

Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming around 80 students as part of the NRW “Jugend forscht” competition, held this year at @ruhr-uni-bochum.de.

Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current...

#SolvationScience #JugendForscht

© Photos: Maren Meyer
March 27, 2026 at 11:17 AM
🌳Welcoming international guests and networking in the countryside 🌳

This week, the RESOLV community gathered for their annual retreat for listening to inspiring talks and networking.

Many thanks to our special guests Klaus Engel, Andrew Zahrt, King Kouk Hii and Robert Franke.

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March 12, 2026 at 3:17 PM
🌟 Celebrating diversity in science 🌟
We welcomed inspiring speakers and 50 guests for discussions on empathy in science, DEI in academia and industry, and unconscious bias. 🫶Thank you to all participants. We look forward to 2027!
Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current...
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Celebrating diversity in science
One of RESOLV’s cardinal principles is fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and respect. It is our mission to cultivate a climate of belonging and create an environment where everyone can thrive.
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February 13, 2026 at 1:16 PM
🌊🎧 Did you know we can hear polymer-water interactions?

Researchers from @ruhr-uni-bochum.de and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign turned PNIPAM’s collapse into sound, revealing water’s role. A new way to ‘see’ molecular changes!

Read more: www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...

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February 5, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Start of RESOLV’s third funding period

With the beginning of the new year, the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV has officially started its third funding period (2026 to 2032) with new Research Areas.

Learn more about our new Research Areas: www.solvation.de/research

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January 12, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Research opportunities for researchers at risk

RESOLV supports at-risk researchers who can no longer pursue their work in their home countries due to persecution or violence.

You can apply at any time. Details how to apply can be found here: www.solvation.de/education/re...

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January 7, 2026 at 1:37 PM
Academia meets industry
Yesterday, we welcomed around 100 scientists and company representatives to celebrate the World Science Day for Peace and Development at our annual networking event. This year’s focus: young researchers and career opportunities in industry.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Dual degree graduation at RESOLV

Recently, our first dual degree student completed successfully his master’s degree. Congratulations!

www.solvation.de/news/current...

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November 3, 2025 at 1:14 PM