As part of the Research Alliance Ruhr, the Research Center Trustworthy Data Science and Security (RC Trust) is looking for an employee for the Faculty of Computer Science at Ruhr University Bochum to start as soon as possible.
Studying a subject that hardly anyone has heard of? Alumnus Timm Korte did just that in the winter semester of 2000: as one of the first nine graduates of the ITS program at RUB, he helped shape the dynamic beginnings of this pioneering degree program. In his alumni story, he talks about the turbulent early years of the program, how he found his first job at ITS.Connect, and what happened next.
The highlights were the inaugural lectures by Rebekah Overdorf and Tim A. Majchrzak
Research findings reinforce new approaches in psychology, using psychedelic substances under medical supervision to treat certain clinical conditions.
On February 11, 2026, we not only celebrate Computer Science Day, but also the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This day of action, launched by the United Nations, recognizes the crucial role that women and girls play in science. This year's motto is: “Synergizing AI, Social Science, STEM and Finance: Building Inclusive Futures for Women and Girls.”
The Faculty of Computer Science at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) is set to get new headquarters at the MARK 51°7 innovation park. In December 2025, the state of North Rhine-Westphalia approved the construction of the new facility. The move into the new building is planned for 2032.
On 4 February 2026, guests from across science, politics, and industry gathered at the Grand Reception to celebrate the approval of funding for the upcoming funding period.
Joint appointment with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) strengthens cutting-edge research in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The Chair of Software Security is receiving two years of funding for the project from the ICANN Grant Program
This year, the focus is particularly on social questions – Rebekah Overdorf and Tim A. Majchrzak give their inaugural lectures.
24 graduates have completed their doctorate at the Faculty for Computer Science in 2025. Congratulations!
His two projects in the recently extended SFB 1280 will be continued