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New professor at the FernUniversität: Kionke revolutionizes algebra!
Steffen Kionke will head the algebra department at the FernUniversität Hagen from October 1st, 2025 and will give his inaugural lecture on October 22nd.
New professor at the FernUniversität: Kionke revolutionizes algebra!
Steffen Kionke taught algebra at the University on October 1, 2025 FernUniversität in Hagen taken over. At 41, he brings extensive experience as a junior professor, where he has been teaching and researching for the last six years. His research interests combine major mathematical disciplines, including group theory, topology and number theory. Kionke's innovative research approach opens new perspectives on central algebraic questions.
As part of his appointment, Kionke will give his inaugural lecture entitled “Laws of Computation and Symmetries” on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. This lecture takes place in the context of the Research Day of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science and is aimed at both scientists and interested guests.
Research and Innovation in Algebra
A central element in Kionke's research approach are idealized versions of mathematical objects that prove useful in many situations. These concepts make it possible to work with infinitely small or infinitely large values when analyzing very small or very large numbers. Such methods often lead to significant simplifications and are applicable to almost all objects in algebra. The systematic study of this method falls into the area of model theory, the aim of which is to solve algebraic problems. This is also done by the Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf reflected.
Developments in modern algebra and model theory are closely linked to progressive research initiatives. One of the significant players in this area is the MATH+ Cluster of Excellence at the TU Berlin, which has been funded by the federal and state governments since 2019 as part of the Excellence Strategy. MATH+ has established itself as an international center for data-driven modeling, simulation and optimization. This cluster includes research fields such as climate models, digital health systems and energy-efficient processes.
Interdisciplinary approaches and future perspectives
In the upcoming funding phase of MATH+ (2026-2032), the aim is to merge classic modeling approaches with artificial intelligence and social scientific behavioral models. These developments ensure that Berlin continues to play a leading role in mathematics research. In particular, work is being done on the development of new mathematical methods and algorithmic innovations that can be efficiently implemented on high-performance computers.
In addition, the Interdisciplinary Center for Modeling and Simulation (IMoS) is being set up, which will bring together teams from mathematics, engineering, physics and computer science. The focus is on industry-related applications such as high-performance turbines, autonomous driving and sustainable energy generation. In this way, students at TU Berlin are introduced to current research projects at an early stage and experience the connection between mathematical theory and social relevance.