On November 5, 2025, Hof University of Applied Sciences invites you to the conference "Next Gen Industries - AI and the Future of Industry" at the start-up center Einstein1. [more]
published: 01.10.2025
The 16th CONTACTA HochFranken has kicked off with a well-attended opening event and a teacher training course. Around 1,300 pupils from the region will be able to find out more at the training fair on Wednesday and Thursday from 75 companies and expert presentations. [more]
published: 24.09.2025
CONTACTA HochFranken 2025 is entering its 16th round with a significantly expanded concept: From September 23 to 25, the unique leading platform for career orientation at Hof University of Applied Sciences will offer students targeted information, contacts and guidance to actively shape their professional future. [more]
published: 21.09.2025
High energy prices and limited resources pose major challenges for the construction industry. At the same time, natural materials are becoming increasingly important. This is where the "Mycobuild" research project comes in, which is currently being carried out at the Institute for Circular Economy of Bio:Polymers (ibp) at Hof University of Applied Sciences. The aim is to develop application-ready thermal insulation materials based on fungal braids. [more]
published: 18.09.2025
A central cooperation agreement for the establishment of the "Care Competence Center" in the district of Kronach was recently signed in the Mitwitz moated castle. Chancellor Ute Coenen signed the agreement as a representative of the university, which anchors Hof University of Applied Sciences as a permanent partner in the project. [more]
published: 18.09.2025
A funding program as a springboard: The "Kickstart" scholarship enabled textile design graduate Antonia Ablass to further develop an unusual idea. [more]
published: 12.09.2025
On November 27, 2025, the Institute for Hydrogen and Energy Technology (IWE), together with the Kompetenznetzwerk Wasser und Energie e.V., invites you to the 6th Hof Energy Symposium at Hof University of Applied Sciences. [more]
published: 10.09.2025
On November 27, 2025, the Institute for Hydrogen and Energy Technology (IWE), together with the Kompetenznetzwerk Wasser und Energie e.V., invites you to the 6th Hof Energy Symposium at Hof University of Applied Sciences. [more]
published: 10.09.2025
An interdisciplinary project with the Bayreuth Industrial Museum aims to bring AI-supported games to life in exhibitions - technically feasible, but still with hurdles. [more]
published: 08.09.2025
The Chamber of Industry and Commerce for Upper Franconia Bayreuth (IHK), the Chamber of Crafts for Upper Franconia (HWK) and Hof University of Applied Sciences cordially invite you to the campus tour "Application meets Research" on September 29 at the campus in Hof. The event is aimed at companies, craft businesses and representatives from industry who would like to find out about current research approaches in a practical way. [more]
published: 04.09.2025
This free event, which is open to all interested parties, will take you through successful site openings in the Middle East and North Africa, behind-the-scenes insights into EU-Africa development cooperation and relationships between researchers from Hof and North Africa. [more]
published: 18.08.2025
The district of Hof and Hof University of Applied Sciences have now launched a joint project on sustainability, digitalization and future viability with the "Transferwerkstatt Wasser hoferLand.digital". The initiative is part of the district's smart city approach. [more]
published: 18.08.2025
The Upper Franconian organic specialist retailer dennree is further expanding its long-standing partnership with Hof University of Applied Sciences, thereby sending out a strong signal for the promotion of young talent. For several years now, the company has been supporting particularly high-achieving students with two annual Germany Scholarships. A current highlight of this trusting collaboration is the sponsorship of lecture hall A 013, which has now been officially handed over as part of an inauguration ceremony. [more]
published: 05.08.2025
It is often sufficient to anaesthetize only a limited area of the body during surgery. However, precise placement of the catheter is crucial for these so-called local or regional anesthetics. Until now, this was only possible with a great deal of experience, an increased dose of anesthetic or additional X-ray technology... [more]
published: 30.07.2025
Scientists at Hof University of Applied Sciences and engineers from the company Hydrotec in Selb want to optimize the treatment of so-called clear water - for example in intensive freshwater aquaculture. [more]
published: 29.07.2025
The "Supply Chain Digitalization" research group at iisys at Hof University of Applied Sciences has completed a pilot project together with Ernst Röser GmbH that is fundamentally changing the procurement of packaging solutions in the B2B sector. [more]
published: 21.07.2025
How can it be ensured that water and energy systems in developing regions continue to function in the long term and enable the local population to lead a better life in the long term? This question was at the heart of the HIT-A... [more]
published: 21.07.2025
Yesterday, the best students on a dual study program at a Bavarian university of applied sciences were awarded the Dualissimo prize. This year's winners include Florian Potzel from the dual study program in International Management at Hof University of Applied Sciences. [more]
published: 17.07.2025