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Global study shows: Most people cooperate

People around the world are more cooperative than we believe. This is shown by a new study in the renowned scientific journal Science, authored by Prof. Dr. Armin Falk (University of Bonn), together with Prof. Teodora Boneva (University of Bonn), Prof. Peter Andre (Goethe University Frankfurt), and Prof. Dr. Felix Chopra (Frankfurt School of Finance).

Two in One Go

What is the best way to shape the future of waterfront cities in the Global South in the face of challenges like climate change? How are conflicts overcome in various different cultures? These key questions are now to be explored by two new Research Training Groups (RTGs) at the University of Bonn. Alongside the University Hospital Bonn as a partner, the proposal was also submitted together with a university of applied sciences for the first time in the shape of Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences (H-BRS). The German Research Foundation (DFG) is providing the two institutions with millions of euros in funding to train doctoral students. Across Germany, the DFG will be supporting 10 new RTGs in all from fall 2026 onward.

The Pohl-Goldschmidt Kunstkammer in the Arithmeum

Opening on June 13, 2026 , the new special exhibition at the Arithmeum will show part of the Pohl-Goldschmidt collection. It will be the first time that the public will be able to see some of the collection’s magnificent and unique scientific instruments from the Late Renaissance.

An Economist with a Global Impact

International guests from the academic and scientific community, central banks and economic-policy institutions gathered at the University of Bonn’s IMPULSE House for Intellectual Innovation and Creativity to pay tribute to the work of the Bonn-based economist Professor Jürgen von Hagen. The former dean and vice rector is among the most prominent German experts in monetary policy, European integration, public finance and international macroeconomics. The symposium had been convened to mark his 70th birthday.

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Looking for experts to interview? Who is helping with the research? What is new in science? The University of Bonn is a research university with a strong international focus. Its research and teaching cover the entire range of scientific disciplines, from Anthropology of the Americas to Zoology. That means expertise is available in (almost) all topic areas.

We can help you access a pool of around 6,500 experts in the areas of research, teaching, technology and administration. We help the media by providing contacts in the University that are appropriate for their needs.

We also provide advice to University members on how to contact the media, and help them if the media have already contacted them and they have questions. We help them, for example, with basic knowledge and tips for interviews and TV appearances.

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