On January 12 and 13, the German Research Foundation (DFG) visited us. The aim of the event was to present the research activities carried out as part of the DFG-funded Research Impulse and to strengthen the dialogue between BHT researchers and DFG representatives.
The first day of the event began with a delay due to weather conditions: because of a train delay from Bonn, the information event on DFG funding opportunities could not start until around 4 p.m. However, thanks to the great flexibility of all those involved, the program was successfully adjusted. After a short welcome, the DFG colleagues presented key funding lines and application formats and then answered numerous questions from the participants. The open exchange promoted direct dialogue between the DFG and BHT.
Following the information event, the laboratory tour was rescheduled. Guests were given insights into selected BHT research facilities, including the microbiology research laboratories at the new Wedding Advanced Laboratories, the Human VR Lab, and the DFG-funded computing cluster. The tour illustrated the thematic breadth and capabilities of the research infrastructure at BHT.
The second day of the event took place at the “Haus der Robotik” (House of Robotics) and was dedicated to the APPL-FM research initiative. After the presentation of the scientifical and structural goals, there was a poster presentation accompanied by a tour of the laboratory. Among other things, the humanoid walking robot K1 (Booster Robotics) and the service robot TIAGo Pro (PAL Robotics) were presented. Doctoral students and postdocs presented their research work and discussed it intensively with the guests. The program was supplemented by feedback on the DFG's “Research Impulses” program and an outlook on the upcoming evaluation and possible next steps.
The event days were characterized by open, constructive exchange, high technical quality, and a consistently positive atmosphere.
DFG visits BHT: Discussion on research and funding
DFG representatives visited BHT to dive into our DFG-funded Research Impulse, explore advanced labs, and engage directly with researchers driving innovation across science and technology.
