SEAS is a dynamic and innovative research hub where our collaborative efforts have earned us prestigious awards across a range of projects and disciplines. Each of these notable achievements has been documented in separate articles, providing detailed insights into the exceptional work recognised in these diverse fields. You can find these articles below to gain a deeper understanding of our multidisciplinary achievements.

1. Heinz Neumüller Scholarship

   

   We are delighted to announce that two of our exceptional SEAS PhD students have been awarded the prestigious Heinz Neumüller Scholarship from the Heinz Neumüller Foundation. This year, the foundation is supporting three outstanding doctoral students from the Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg, and we are proud to have two of our own recipients amongst them.

   The scholarship award ceremony took place on 22 August 2023 at CEWE Stiftung & Co. KGaA in Oldenburg, where Jan Müller, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Heinz Neumüller Foundation, together with other distinguished members of the Board of Trustees and the Board of Directors, presented the scholarship certificates. We are delighted to congratulate Maren Bertheau and Hatice Şahin Ippoliti on this remarkable achievement.

   These talented young scientists have demonstrated not only their exceptional abilities but also their initiative and sense of responsibility in their respective fields of study. In recognition of their outstanding achievements, they will each receive financial support of 500 euros per month throughout 2023.

   The Heinz Neumüller Foundation has been supporting doctoral students since 1996, and this year’s scholarships mark a significant milestone. In total, 134 doctoral students have benefited from the foundation’s funding, amounting to a substantial 608,600 euros invested in nurturing the talents of the future. The Heinz Neumüller Foundation regards this support as an “investment” in the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs and scientists.

   We are incredibly proud of Maren Bertheau, Hatice Şahin Ippoliti, and all our talented students who contribute to the SEAS community. This recognition not only reflects their hard work but also the excellence and dedication that define our school. We look forward to witnessing their continued success on their academic journeys.

2. DIVI – Patient Safety Research Award

   

   The collaborative research project led by Dr Ulf Günther and his interdisciplinary team at the University of Oldenburg, with significant contributions from research fellow Jan Hendrik Röhl, has received prestigious recognition for their pioneering work in the field of patient safety. Their innovative approach to the early detection of delirium, using an Android robot-patient, has been awarded the Patient Safety Research Prize, a significant achievement worth 10,000 euros. This substantial prize acknowledges the team’s outstanding contribution to healthcare, particularly in addressing the vital issue of delirium diagnosis in intensive care settings. Their invention not only simplifies the training of medical professionals but also demonstrates the power of innovation and collaboration in enhancing patient safety and well-being. The team’s dedication to improving patient safety and their commitment to advancing the understanding and management of delirium have rightly earned them recognition from the German Interdisciplinary Association for Intensive and Emergency Medicine (DIVI) and Philips. Their pursuit of a more efficient, reliable and user-friendly diagnostic tool for delirium represents a significant step forward in the medical field, highlighting the pivotal role of technology and innovation in healthcare. The substantial financial prize they have been awarded will further support their research, helping to refine and expand the capabilities of the robot-patient, ultimately benefiting patients and medical professionals alike.

   It is important to acknowledge the team led by Dr Ulf Günther: Jan Hendrik Röhl, Dr Sandra Hellmers, Nicole Feldmann, Dr Rebecca Diekmann, and Prof Andreas Hein.

   For further information, read the article at: https://uol.de/pressemitteilungen/2022/249

3. PriMe Academy AG

   In a significant achievement for the University of Oldenburg, an interdisciplinary team comprising Anna Brinkmann (specialising in Assistive Systems and Medical Technology), Julian Festerling (with expertise in Political Economics and German Studies), and Jan Hendrik Röhl(also specialising in Assistive Systems and Medical Technology) emerged victorious in the international Management and Entrepreneurship competition, the priME-Cup. This prestigious competition, organised by priME Academy AG, attracted entries from several German universities and international institutions, including Mingachevir State University (Azerbaijan) and Ovidius University of Constanța (Romania). The core challenge of the competition involved managing a simulated company specialising in the production and marketing of personalised 3D-printed sunglasses. The team from the University of Oldenburg excelled in making critical entrepreneurial decisions covering pricing strategies, workforce planning and investment in promising future areas, leading to their victory and a voucher for an executive coaching session.

   Their success is attributed to an interdisciplinary team and hands-on experience with innovative methodologies, including simulation games and prototyping facilitated by the Innovation(s)campus. By tackling complex decision-making scenarios, these experiences fostered a deeper understanding of intricate relationships whilst promoting enjoyment and teamwork. The team’s remarkable victory and participation in the priME-Cup attest to the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration in nurturing entrepreneurial skills amongst university students, thereby enriching their academic journeys.
   

   Read more about their work at: https://ihjo.de/dreierteam-der-universitaet-oldenburg-gewinnt-internationalen-prime-cup/