Author Archives: Rainer Krauss

Sustainability as a lived philosophy at Hof University of Applied Sciences

Hof University of Applied Sciences is sending out a clear signal: Sustainability is not just a buzzword here, but an integral part of campus life. With the launch of the new website on sustainability and the "Green Tech" philosophy, the university is demonstrating how it takes responsibility and promotes sustainable development - ecologically, socially and economically. [more]

published: 30.01.2025

EU funds for companies: Information for the safari through the funding jungle!

On February 11, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., the IHK for Upper Franconia Bayreuth together with the Hof University of Applied Sciences will offer a unique opportunity to explore the world of European funding for companies. [more]

published: 23.01.2025

Indian Consul General Shatrughna Sinha visits Hof University of Applied Sciences

During the visit, fundamental opportunities for cooperation were discussed against the background of the New Education Policy (NEP) in India. [more]

published: 20.01.2025

Prof. Dr. Peter Schäfer: “Democracy will ultimately prevail worldwide!”

A majority of German citizens are now concerned about democracy in the face of many changes. We spoke to Prof. Dr. Peter Schäfer, Professor of European Law, about whether these concerns are justified and where democracy is under threat. [more]

published: 20.01.2025

#kickstart2024 – We present: Bio-based, thermochromic packaging

With KICKSTART, Hof University of Applied Sciences has launched a funding program that starts at a very early stage of a potential start-up – with the development of ideas and… [more]

published: 14.01.2025

International care expertise meets German practice: “Global Minds, Local Care”

Under the title "Global Minds, Local Care - International Expertise for German Care Innovation", Hof University of Applied Sciences, together with Lingoda GmbH and Match Pflege, is organizing a pioneering care congress on 13 March 2025. [more]

published: 13.01.2025

Volunteers wanted: Research into the “Rowhammer” security vulnerability continues

Prof. Dr. Florian Adamsky, Professor of IT Security at Hof University of Applied Sciences, Prof. Dr. Daniel Gruss from Graz University of Technology and Martin Heckel, research associate at the Institute for Information Systems (iisys) at Hof University of Applied Sciences were recently guests at the 38th Chaos Communication Congress (38c3) in Hamburg, where they reported to an expert audience on the well-known Rowhammer security vulnerability in the IT sector. Volunteers are now being sought for a research project on the topic. [more]

published: 08.01.2025

Earn money while studying nursing – the new cooperation offer makes it possible!

With new courses starting in October 2025, Hof University of Applied Sciences, the Bamberg academies and the clinics and care facilities in Upper Franconia are creating a new, attractive route into the nursing profession. [more]

published: 08.01.2025

Why Hof University of Applied Sciences relies on its own tools for image and text generation

For around a year now, students and staff at Hof University of Applied Sciences have had their own AI tools for text and image generation ("Lisa and Luis") at their disposal, which are becoming increasingly popular. We spoke to Prof. Dr. Sven Rill about the current status. [more]

published: 07.01.2025

“Artificial intelligence from a Hollywood perspective” – the New Year’s Lecture 2025!

On January 29, 2025 at 7:15 pm, Hof University of Applied Sciences invites you to the second New Year's Lecture in its history in its Audimax. This time, the event is all about Hollywood and the future of artificial intelligence (AI). [more]

published: 18.12.2024

Tapping water, protecting the environment – “drinking culture” as a hands-on project!

Hof University of Applied Sciences is calling on its students and employees to actively participate in the "Drinking Culture" project. The research project uses a local example to investigate how drinking water stations are used and perceived. [more]

published: 17.12.2024

Sustainable plant production: substrate made from sheep’s wool to replace peat in horticulture

Under the leadership of Dr. Harvey Harbach, a research group is working with regional and industrial partners to investigate how sheep's wool as a natural material can replace peat and plastic in the production of vegetable seedlings. [more]

published: 16.12.2024

Münchberg: The miracle plant willow – a shrub for (almost) every occasion!

Researchers at Hof University of Applied Sciences are currently focusing on a particularly exciting and versatile plant: The Institute of Materials Science (ifm) in Münchberg is focusing on the willow shrub. Due to the flexible properties of its wood, its rods can be used in textile production, the construction industry, but also in medicine and cosmetics. [more]

published: 13.12.2024

First primary qualifying nursing degree program with monthly allowance in Upper Franconia

First primary qualifying nursing course with monthly payment in Upper Franconia - Hof University of Applied Sciences cooperates with the Bamberg academies at the Bruderwald clinic site. [more]

published: 13.12.2024

Hacker competition: students excel at “Capture The Flag”

In the "Applied IT Security" elective module at Hof University of Applied Sciences, students were once again able to put their hacking skills to the test this year. Prof. Dr. Florian Adamsky organized the "Capture The Flag" competition for the third time. [more]

published: 13.12.2024

Question: Is it possible to do a doctorate at a university of applied sciences (HAW)?

Contrary to some assumptions, it is also possible to do a doctorate at a university of applied sciences... [more]

published: 12.12.2024

How 3D printers and storage cans become lifesavers!

In an inspiring partnership between Hof University of Applied Sciences and Sana Klinikum Hof, an innovative training opportunity for future doctors is becoming a reality. [more]

published: 12.12.2024

Nachgefragt: Was ist die Hightech Agenda Bayern?

Bestimmt sind sie Ihnen schon an den verschiedenen Standorten der Hochschule Hof aufgefallen: Die blau-weißen Rollups und Beachflags des Projektes der Hightech Agenda Bayern (HTA). Aber um was geht es da eigentlich genau? [more]

published: 11.12.2024