A hot weekend for research in Braunschweig Thousands explored the diversity of TU Braunschweig at CampusXperience
More than 7,000 people welcomed the opportunity to “Explore. Celebrate. Play.” at Technical University of Braunschweig. In bright sunshine and midsummer temperatures, visitors to the debut CampusXperience explored research facilities, talked to scientists and enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere and numerous hands-on activities on offer. The highlight was the Summervibes Festival on the North Campus on Saturday.
Spanning three days, Technical University of Braunschweig showcased all its facets. The estimated 7,000 visitors demonstrated the significant interest in the university within the region. The Summervibes Festival, the highlight of CampusXperience, attracted more than 4,000 people, mainly young people, to the North Campus on Saturday.
The CampusXperience weekend kicked off on Friday evening with a packed Audimax, where six young science slammers presented their research in entertaining short talks to more than 500 enthusiastic audience members. Jennifer Pierick, a research assistant at the Institute of Particle Technology at TU Braunschweig, gave the most rousing contribution on “Lama Drama in the Lab – Fighting Cancer and COIVD with Alpaca Nanobodies”, and was voted the winner by the audience.
Cutting-edge research at TU Braunschweig continued on Saturday. During more than 30 guided tours (Campus Expeditions), numerous institutes, laboratories and TU research centres opened their doors to visitors, who were able to engage in direct dialogue with the scientists.
Things got really hot at the Centre for Fire Research (ZeBra) during a fire demonstration. Photo credit: Kristina Rottig/TU Braunschweig
In the food chemistry laboratories, "food detectives" embarked on a scientific journey of discovery. Photo credit: Silja Klemenz/TU Braunschweig
Visitors were also able to visit the wind tunnels and test benches used in aviation research. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
Visitors to the Institute for Data Engineering and Communication Networks (IDA) were treated to a demonstration of guide dog robots designed to assist visually impaired individuals, showcasing the advancements in human-robot collaboration. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
Under the motto "From active ingredient to medication", visitors to the Centre for Pharmaceutical Process Engineering (PVZ) were given an insight into the world of biotechnology and drug development. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
Will the houses of the future come out of a printer? Children experimented with materials from a 3D printer at the digital construction site. Photo credit: Kristina Rottig/TU Braunschweig
Scientists at the LENA Research Centre demonstrated how they can measure even the smallest things using high-tech microscopes. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
Cars are already driving autonomously at the Niedersachsen Research Centre for Vehicle Technology – at least as models. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
The alumni tours to the "hidden places" provided a glimpse behind the scenes at TU Braunschweig. Photo credit: Silja Klemenz/TU Braunschweig
The Institute of Space Systems (IRAS) offered fascinating insights into the future of space travel. Photo credit: Annette Doelger/TU Braunschweig
At one of Germany's largest research battery recycling facilities, the Braunschweig Labfactories for Batteries (BLB), visitors were able to interactively experience the innovative production of circular batteries step by step. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
The researchers of the future playfully discovered the world of chemistry through exciting experiments with everyday household items. Photo credit: Silja Klemenz/TU Braunschweig
At the digital construction site, visitors were able to learn about innovative approaches to the construction site of the future and the use of 3D printing in construction. Photo credit: Kristina Rottig/TU Braunschweig
A tour of various test setups at the Institute of Flight Guidance showed the detailed research required for the aviation of the future. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
Caution: high voltage! With the right protective gear, visitors to the elenia Institute for High Voltage Technology and Energy Systems in Electrical Energy Technology were able to get up close and personal. Photo credit: Silja Klemenz/TU Braunschweig
In the afternoon, the North Campus opened its gates and the Summer Vibes Festival began in glorious summer weather. Young families in particular took over the festival grounds, a wide range of hands-on activities were on offer for all ages, from acro yoga to sailing on land. Research was represented in its own Science Field. Visitors were able to gain an insight into the world of science at TU Braunschweig through workshops, experiments and exhibits. On Saturday evening, the festival atmosphere really got going. Various bands and DJs got the predominantly young audience excited and there was exuberant partying and dancing.
There was something for everyone at the Summervibes Festival. From the little ones... Photo credit: Annete Dölger/TU Braunschweig
...to the big ones. From immersing yourself in science with VR glasses... Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
...to direct exchanges with researchers. The following always applies:... Photo credit: Kristina Rottig/TU Braunschweig
...research at TU Braunschweig is fascinating. And colourful. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
What looks like a colourful sandpit is actually an "augmented reality sandbox". Professor Arno Kwade, Vice President for Transfer and Innovation, had the interactive exhibit from the Leichtweiß Institute for Water Engineering explained to him in detail. Photo credit: Kristina Rottig/TU Braunschweig
Musical performances such as AkaBlas ensured a great atmosphere. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
Visitors were able to swing high into the air on two giant trampolines. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
AcroYoga also took things to new heights. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
Professor Knut Baumann, Vice President for Studies and Teaching, enjoyed a cool sea breeze at the wave flasher channel, complete with miniature wind turbine. Photo credit: Kristina Rottig/TU Braunschweig
Dietmar Smyrek, Vice President for Human Resources, Finance and University Construction, and Andreas Hebbelmann, Head of Research Services, in conversation with Professor Ludger Frerichs, Director of the Institute for Mobile Machines and Commercial Vehicles. Photo credit: Kristina Rottig/TU Braunschweig
Creativity was required for many of the hands-on activities on offer in the playground. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
TU President Angela Ittel learned about application-oriented research in steel construction from Professor Klaus Thiele. Photo credit: Kristina Rottig/TU Braunschweig
The table football game on the playground was a big hit. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
Professor Peter Hecker, Vice President for Research, in conversation with scientists and visitors. Photo credit: Kristina Rottig/TU Braunschweig
Live music created a summer festival atmosphere. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
The open atmosphere, summer temperatures and a wide range of activities encouraged visitors to linger. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
Various DJs played on the Von Seite floor, creating the perfect festival sound... Photo credit: Annette Döger/TU Braunschweig
... to which you could chill out with a cool drink and friends. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
In the evening, bands and DJs got the young visitors in particular into a party mood. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
DJs got the crowd going and had everyone dancing. Photo credit: Annette Dölger/TU Braunschweig
Despite the heat, the University Sports Festival on Sunday afternoon was well attended. Numerous people tried out new sports, competed in tournaments and enjoyed the varied stage programme showcasing the athletes’ talents. The entire programme can be viewed on the TU’s Instagram channel (www.instagram.com/tu.braunschweig).
Despite the high summer temperatures, the atmosphere at the TU Braunschweig University Sports Festival was fantastic. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
Future professional footballers were able to test their shooting accuracy. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
High flyers showed off their extraordinary talents on the trampoline. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
On stage, dancers transported the audience into the graceful and powerful world of ballet. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
At dizzying heights, aerial acrobats showcased their skills on the vertical cloth. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
Push-ups? No problem, even in hot temperatures. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
Anyone who felt like kicking a ball around with others was in the right place at the football tournament. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
Speed and skill were key in the obstacle course, which was timed using a buzzer. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
Juggling also required skill. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
In bridge, on the other hand, logic, strategy and psychology were what counted. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
Technique, brains and mutual respect - that's what judo is all about. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
From classic swing dancing of the 1930s to acrobatic lifts from 1950s Rock'n'Roll, Lindy Hop is simply fun. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig.
Salsa and oriental rhythms: this combination guarantees a great atmosphere and an energetic audience. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
The audience was thrilled by the programme. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig
TU President Angela Ittel and the sponsors of CampusXperience clearly enjoyed themselves too. Photo credit: Ahmed Nassef/TU Braunschweig