The “1qm Flax” project officially kicked off at the Hof University of Applied Sciences’ Münchberg campus. Students from various degree programs and university staff came together to conduct hands-on research… [more]
published: 10.04.2026
During the Easter vacations, on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 to be precise, the university at the Münchberg campus is once again inviting interested pupils to take a taster course. Take the opportunity to experience the Communication and Textile Design degree programs up close. Our doors are open to you - for discussions, insights and encounters. [more]
published: 01.04.2026
In 2026, Hof University will once again receive generous support from the Society of Friends and Supporters of Hof University. With its contribution of over 70,000 euros, the Society… [more]
published: 31.03.2026
The plastics industry faces a major challenge: it must increasingly use recycled materials while delivering the same quality as newly produced plastics. This is precisely where the “SmartReUSE” project comes… [more]
published: 30.03.2026
The Institute of Materials Science (ifm) is kicking off 2026 with a strong presence at national and international trade events. In addition to established formats, the institute is also… [more]
published: 27.03.2026
Launched in 2025 and funded by INTERREG, the HUMAN project collects and disseminates initiatives across Europe aimed at improving care for people in need of care in rural areas. The… [more]
published: 26.03.2026
Between 2023 and 2026, the Fediverse gained prominence in science communication. The Fediverse is a decentralized network of social platforms that emerged as alternatives to algorithm-driven “big tech” services: Mastodon… [more]
published: 26.03.2026
Clothing often quickly becomes disposable: T-shirts for events, general merchandise, or short-term campaigns often end up in the trash after just a few uses. This is particularly frustrating because fossil-based… [more]
published: 25.03.2026
Hof University of Applied Sciences has received funding from the City of Bayreuth for a pioneering digitization project: Under the title “3D Digitization of Historical Stage Sets from the Bayreuth… [more]
published: 25.03.2026
A city is planning measures to protect against heavy rainfall. Technically, many options seem feasible. But it quickly becomes clear that this is not just a matter of engineering. Permits… [more]
published: 24.03.2026
We are once again welcoming new professors to the university for the 2026 summer semester - this time at the Faculty of Computer Science.
A brief introduction... [more]
published: 24.03.2026
Over 300 guests from the business, academic, and political communities gathered at the Institute for Information Systems at Hof University of Applied Sciences for the 14th Upper Franconia IT Forum. [more]
published: 19.03.2026
Extreme weather events such as heavy rain, flooding, or drought are occurring with increasing frequency. To respond effectively, government agencies and infrastructure operators rely on reliable data. This includes hydrometeorological… [more]
published: 18.03.2026
With a total of nearly 3,700 students, including 510 first-year students, Hof University of Applied Sciences has begun the 2026 summer semester. The new students are distributed across the faculties… [more]
published: 17.03.2026
In our occasional series “Success made in Hof,” we’re featuring Ashwanth Krishna Vijay today. The 31-year-old from Coimbatore, India, studied in the Master of Business Administration program at Hof University… [more]
published: 17.03.2026
Through the “Change it!-Stud” program, Hof University of Applied Sciences offers students a continuous opportunity to contribute their ideas directly to the university’s further development. The goal is to gather… [more]
published: 16.03.2026
What courses are available – and which one is right for me? – If you are looking for answers to these and many other questions, the Hof Study Fair is… [more]
published: 13.03.2026
On February 13, 2026, I was invited to the award ceremony of the kbo Innovation Award Mental Health/Social Psychiatry in Munich. My bachelor thesis entitled "Social media use, social comparison and self-esteem: a study of adolescents and young adults" was awarded second place in the bachelor thesis category. [more]
published: 09.03.2026