Author Archives: Rainer Krauss

International, innovative, connected: Münchberg, a hub for the textile industry, is expanding its presence

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

Hof and the Surrounding Area: The 11 Best Ideas for Your Time Off from University

The most important thing about college is—obviously—studying and learning. But here at campuls.digital, we believe that leisure time during your studies shouldn’t be neglected either. Especially on days off, students should explore the area around the university, because “Hof—at the top of Bavaria” and its surrounding region have some great destinations to offer. We’ve put together our top 11 best excursion tips for you. [more]

published: 26.03.2026

“HUMAN” connects international initiatives aimed at strengthening nursing care in rural areas

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

In Focus: What Is the Fediverse, and What Role Does Science Communication Play There?

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

Made from mushrooms: Sustainable textile coatings for the fashion of tomorrow

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 digitizes Richard Wagner’s Historic Stage Designs in 3D

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

Multi-level analysis: How TIMEA helps with complex decision-making

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

“From the Lecture Hall to the World” – Hof University Graduation Ceremony

The graduates of Hof University were officially honored at a festive ceremony held over the weekend in the Grand Hall of the Freiheitshalle in Hof. 440 of the 1,000 graduates… [more]

published: 23.03.2026

14th Upper Franconia IT Forum: Achieve Digital Sovereignty—or Remain Dependent?

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

Incorrect measurement data can be costly—but two projects are here to help!

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

The university kicks off the summer semester with over 500 first-year students

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

“Success made in Hof”: Ashwanth Krishna Vijay – from Franconia to North America

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

“Change it!-Stud” Recognizes Creative Proposals for Sustainability

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

Hofer Study Fair: 22 universities and colleges will be presenting themselves on March 14

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

What’s going on at the student café “Zur Auszeit”?

The student café "Zur Auszeit" has been open in Hof's Karolinenstraße since the end of 2023. To support this great commitment and keep you up to date on the many events on site, you can now always find an up-to-date program overview in the "campuls-digital" - enjoy your visit! [more]

published: 12.03.2026

“Energy from what’s left over” – Hof University launches next future-oriented project

Global energy demand continues to rise, while at the same time the amount of waste from industry and households is still growing. Biogenic residues and plastic waste in particular often… [more]

published: 05.03.2026

Digital measurement of air quality on the Münchberg campus

As part of a practical project, students at Hof University’s Münchberg campus digitally recorded the air quality in seminar rooms and offices and translated it into innovative, interactive applications. The… [more]

published: 04.03.2026

Bioplastics, Part Four: How the university is rethinking bio-based plastics

The Institute for Circular Economy at Bio:Polymere (ibp) at Hof University of Applied Sciences held its fourth symposium on February 24 and 25 under the motto “Bioplastics – Approaches for… [more]

published: 04.03.2026