The activity of nerve cells in the brain generates extremely weak magnetic fields. Oldenburg psychologists are using sophisticated techniques to measure these brainwaves and gain further insights into the workings of the brain.

Wind conditions influence water circulation and CO2 concentrations in the Southern Ocean, a study by geochemist Torben Struve and colleagues shows. The crucial clue came from fossil corals from the depths of the Drake Passage south of Chile.

It surrounds us, is indispensable for our lives - and is far too often destroyed by us. Five Oldenburg scientists describe what nature actually is, who it belongs to and how we relate to it.

An international team of scientists including Bernd Blasius has completed the longest known predator-prey time series. In the journal Nature, the researchers report on the ecological mechanisms behind the regular flutcuations.

The University Senate has confirmed special education teacher Annett Thiele as the new Vice President for Young Academics and Equal Opportunities. This sets the final course for the management of the university from 2020.

"My Song" - under this heading, art students are exhibiting their music-related works in the Lecture Hall Centre until 9 January. The artistic diversity reflects a musical spectrum ranging from Bach to flamenco to Madonna.

A collection of Karl Jaspers’ letters – published on the fiftieth anniversary of the great thinker’s death – guides the reader through Jaspers’ life and work, shining a light on philosophical ideas of the twentieth century.

For decades, school absenteeism was a taboo topic in Germany. Now views have changed, many schools are facing the problem. Heinrich Ricking of the Department of Special Needs Education and Rehabilitation has played a key role in this process.

The University of Oldenburg receives funding as an Exist-Entrepreneur University from the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi). A regional start-up network will help to expand the entrepreneurial support scheme.

Every year for the past nine years, the university has supported high-achieving and committed young people with a Deutschlandstipendium scholarship with the help of private donors. Students and sponsors came together at a ceremony in the castle.

What do statistics, crops and the production of knowledge have in common? All three topics were the subject of outstanding courses. Eight lecturers have now been honoured for their lectures, seminars and projects.

Oldenburg philosopher Tilo Wesche is concerned with the rights of nature. In this interview, he talks about the ownership of natural resources, a failed understanding of sustainability - and a river in New Zealand that points the way out.

In the Emergency and Intensive Care Medicine Research Network, Oldenburg care researchers are investigating whether and how specially trained paramedics can relieve the burden on emergency departments and rescue services.

The Oldenburg group of the Students For Future movement is taking part in the nationwide "Climate Strike Week" from 25 to 29 November with lectures, workshops, discussions, an exhibition and a bicycle demonstration.

Innovative technologies have the potential to make cycling safer, more attractive and more comfortable. Oldenburg business informatics researchers are investigating which solutions work best.

The University Senate today set the course for the leadership of the university from 2020. It confirmed chemistry lecturer Verena Pietzner and Computing Science expert Martin Fränzle as the new Vice Presidents and voted in favour of a second term of office for Jörg Stahlmann.

The School V - School of Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of Oldenburg is getting new laboratories for its research projects. Six laboratory modules have now "floated" into place on the Wechloy campus.

Unusually cuddly patients were guests at the University Clinic for Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at Oldenburg Hospital on Tuesday and Wednesday. Around 350 three to six-year-olds had their cuddly toys treated at the Teddy Bear Hospital (TBK).

A lot of respect for a composer of classical music, dozens of young people and a university: the music theatre project "#Clara S." shows that this mixture can work very well.

Students wishing to spend part of their degree programme in North America must decide a year in advance: The application deadline for exchange places is 21 November. Tina Grummel from the International Office provides helpful tips.