Author Archives: Rainer Krauss

Students are developing health-promoting ideas for the campus

How can health promotion be made a tangible part of everyday university life? Students in the Health Psychology course are exploring this question in collaboration with the Health Initiative. The… [more]

published: 15.05.2026

Hof University and the University of West Bohemia Strengthen AI Skills in Project Management

The Institute of Materials Science at Hof University of Applied Sciences (ifm) and the Faculty of Economics at the University of West Bohemia in Pilsen are launching a joint educational… [more]

published: 13.05.2026

Students from Weber State University in Ogden visit Hof University of Applied Sciences

From May 8 to 12, 2026, Hof University welcomed a delegation from Weber State University. The twelve master’s students from the MBA and Master of Taxation programs were accompanied by… [more]

published: 13.05.2026

Textiles in Mind x Hof: More Space for Textile Innovations and Startup Ideas

The textile industry is undergoing a transformation: sustainability, the circular economy, material innovation, and smart textiles are opening up new opportunities for innovative business models and startups. At Hof University… [more]

published: 12.05.2026

Sociology of Economics and Organizations: Survey on Urban Development in Hof

As part of its Sociology of Business and Organizations program, Hof University is currently conducting a study to examine how residents of Hof perceive their city and what expectations they… [more]

published: 12.05.2026

Public-Science Cleanup Campaign on the Saale River: A Symbol of Environmental and Water Protection

The student environmental initiative SUI, in collaboration with Dr. Harvey Harbach from the Institute for Sustainable Water Systems at Hof University of Applied Sciences (inwa), is organizing a cleanup along… [more]

published: 12.05.2026

Entrepreneurs’ Exchange 2026 – Direct Access to Tomorrow’s Skilled Workers

On May 12, 2026, Hof University of Applied Sciences will once again open its doors for the Career Fair —one of the key platforms for direct interaction between companies… [more]

published: 11.05.2026

Hof University in the 2026 CHE Ranking – Study Conditions Receive Very Positive Ratings

Hof University of Applied Sciences is represented in several degree programs in the latest CHE University Ranking, receiving consistently good to very good ratings. The evaluation is based… [more]

published: 07.05.2026

New Horizons on the Subcontinent: University Delegation Travels to India

The global networking of research and teaching is more important today than ever before. A delegation led by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Claus-Ekkehard Koukal and Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Lars Hahn, accompanied by… [more]

published: 06.05.2026

Shaping the Future: How AI Is Transforming the World of Computer Science

Artificial intelligence is, as we all know, no longer just a buzzword—it is fundamentally transforming the field of computer science. This raises a key question for students: What will my… [more]

published: 06.05.2026

594th “Schlappentag” – Hof University provides Signs for the Parade

At the Hof University of Applied Sciences’ MakerSpace, work is currently underway on a very special and distinctly regional project: creating the signs for the Hof “Schlappentag” parade. Under the… [more]

published: 05.05.2026

Textiles to Touch and Take Home – University High-Tech at the Münchberg City Festival

When the downtown area of Münchberg once again transforms into a lively festival zone on June 13 and 14, 2026, Hof University—with its Münchberg campus—will be right in the thick… [more]

published: 04.05.2026

When AI Can’t Count—and What Researchers at Hof University Are Doing About It

Today, artificial intelligence can describe images, recognize objects, and explain complex relationships. And the progress has been enormous: so-called vision-language models (VLMs) combine text and image understanding in impressive ways. [more]

published: 04.05.2026

Public Lecture: Breaking Free from Digital Dependence – Ideas for Greater Autonomy

The most recent public lecture at Hof University of Applied Sciences at the end of April focused on a highly topical issue: “Paths to Digital Sovereignty.” Following opening remarks by… [more]

published: 30.04.2026

A Successful Fresh Start: How the University’s Alumni Program Got Back on Track After the Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic brought club activities to a standstill in many places—including the Hof University Alumni Association. The cancellation of in-person events and the lack of face-to-face interaction posed major… [more]

published: 30.04.2026

Master’s in Computer Science: How Hof University is tailoring its curriculum for the AI era

It will take effect with the upcoming winter semester: the revised examination regulations (SPO) for the Master’s program in Computer Science at Hof University of Applied Sciences. What may sound… [more]

published: 28.04.2026

Data That Makes a Difference – How iisys Advances Medical Research

From a migraine app to international research: IT expertise from Hof is now supporting medical research at the highest level. What began as an innovative project has evolved into an… [more]

published: 28.04.2026

The Man with the “Fun Facts”: How Student Morten Weber Is Reimagining Hof

During the day, he studies at our university; in his free time, he delves deep into the past: On Instagram and TikTok, Morten Weber takes his followers on a… [more]

published: 27.04.2026