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New professors in Münster: Science is booming!
On March 9, 2025, new professorships were appointed, awards were presented and research scholarships were announced at the UNI Münster.
New professors in Münster: Science is booming!
The University of Münster is celebrating a significant day in the academic community today with a number of new appointments and awards. In a current report from the University of Münster is communicated that five new professors were appointed. These appointments affect various disciplines and contribute to strengthening the research landscape at the university.
The appointed professors are: Prof. Dr. Ulrike Freywald, who now holds the position of Professor of “German Linguistics” at the German Institute; Prof. Dr. Diana Khoromskaia-Fritzsche, who works as a junior professor for “Theoretical Physics” at the Institute for Theoretical Physics; Prof. Dr. Julia Kurth, who now conducts research as a professor of “microbiology” at the Institute of Molecular Microbiology and Biotechnology; Prof. Dr. Jana-Elisa Rüth, who dedicates herself to “Emotional and Social Development in Inclusive Schools” at the Institute of Psychology; as well as Prof. Dr. Fahimah Ulfat, who heads the “Islamic Religious Education and Subject Didactics” department at the Center for Islamic Theology.
Prizes and awards
Another highlight of the report is the presentation of the “Clay Senior Scholar Award” to Prof. Dr. Hendrik Weber from the Simons Laufer Mathematical Sciences Institute. This prize is awarded for a four-month research stay in Berkeley and testifies to the high achievement and international recognition of the prize winner.
In addition, Alexander von Humboldt research scholarships were awarded. Dr. Toprak Aslan will receive one for postdocs and will work in the working group of Prof. Dr. Mana Gharun conducts research at the Institute of Landscape Ecology. These scholarships are a symbol of promoting young talent and supporting innovative research projects.
Research and Grants Area
In the area of research, the funding lines of the European Research Council (ERC) are also important. These grants are designed to fund high-quality research projects. Particularly noteworthy are the ERC Advanced Grants, which support established scientists. An example of this is Univ.-Prof. Dr. Lydia Sorokin with her project “B3M – Breaking into the brain – basement membranes and the perivascular niche”, which will run from 2022 to 2027.
For young scientists, there are the ERC Consolidator Grants, which are aimed at scientists between the ages of seven and twelve after completing their doctorate. Univ.-Prof. Dr. Seraphine Valeska Wegner is represented here with the project “Lighthouse – Light as a signal for nonchemical cell-to-cell communication in synthetic and biological cell communities” from 2025 to 2030. This funding emphasizes the university's commitment to innovative research approaches.
The University of Münster is not only expanding its academic portfolio, but is also committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive research environment. Amid these positive developments, the University mourns the recent passing of Prof. Matias de Oliveira Pinto, who died on February 4th. He leaves a significant gap at the music college and in the academic community.
The experiences at the university make it clear that research, teaching and recognition are closely linked in Münster. These ongoing efforts not only strengthen the university's reputation, but also offer new perspectives for scientists and students. Further information about the prizes and awards at the University of Münster can be found on the website medical faculty as well as on nat.fau.de.