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Hochschule München offers a wide range of research opportunities – in the fields of technology, business, social sciences and design – and is involved in a large number of research projects at state, federal and European level.

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Menschen mit Agenda

Research professorships under the Hightech Agenda Bayern (HTA)

Research projects: "Bioengineering: A Path to Excellence"

KEEPA – AI-based development of optimised endolysins and their production as alternatives to antibiotics in the livestock sector

The project aims to develop an environmentally friendly disinfectant or antibiotic alternative for livestock farming to combat Clostridium perfringens using endolysins derived from phages. Efficiency is enhanced through AI-assisted protein design and optimised Pichia expression. In collaboration with universities and companies, the production of stable endolysins and the development of their applications are being advanced to enable a rapid transition to practical use.

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BioSysteM – Biosystems Design Munich

The Munich Cluster of Excellence in Biosystem Design (BioSysteM) is establishing an interdisciplinary network for the development and research of tailor-made, complex biomimetic systems, ranging from intelligent supramolecular structures and designer cells to organoid systems. Supporting structures such as technology hubs promote cutting-edge technology and scientific exchange, whilst initiatives contribute to career development, equal opportunities and sustainability.

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CellWiTaL – Reproducible cell systems for drug discovery

A high-resolution cell printer using femtosecond lasers is being developed, which specifically identifies, selects and transfers individual living cells onto substrates. Cells from cultures or biopsies can be selected with micrometre precision based on characteristics such as cell size or surface proteins. The aim is to produce functional biological test systems that better replicate complex tissue functions in the pharmaceutical industry and optimise high-throughput screening.

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The research institutes at HM

The Society, Health and Education Research Center aims to identify the underlying mechanisms of social change and their implications at an early stage, to effectively anticipate undesirable effects, and to help ensure positive outcomes. It seeks to analyse, from an interdisciplinary perspective, the future challenges facing the social, health and education systems in the long term. Specific areas of research include resource scarcity, over-indebtedness and sustainability, skills shortages, discrimination and resilience.

Society, Health and Education Research Center (SHE:RC)

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The IMM investigates application-oriented and sustainable mobility and the technology of the future. Under the guiding principle of ‘Life in Motion’, this interdisciplinary institute adopts a holistic approach that brings together technology, design and people. Future research topics include, amongst other things, autonomous mobility and reliability through intelligent systems.

Institute for Mobility and Life in Motion (IMM)

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CENERGIE develops comprehensive solutions for future buildings in the context of the energy transition. On the one hand, the focus is on researching and developing new engineering tools for planning and forward-looking operational management strategies. At the same time, pilot and development projects in the field of heating, cooling, and electricity generation and storage are being driven forward. In doing so, the company works with sustainable and efficient architectural concepts.

CENERGIE – Research Center for Energy-Efficient Buildings and Districts

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Through its own research, consultancy and teaching activities, ISES makes a significant contribution to a more efficient, sustainable and resource-efficient energy supply and use. The focus is on research into electrical energy conversion, distribution and storage.

Institute for Sustainable Energy Systems (ISES)

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The Institute for Material and Building Research was established in July 2019 as one of the first research institutes at Hochschule München and represents the departments of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. The focus is on the long-term preservation and sustainable development of the building and infrastructure stock. Future research topics include, amongst others, the service life of materials, structures and buildings, resource efficiency and life-cycle assessments, as well as reliability and safety.

Institute for Material and Building Research (IMB)

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Through the IAMLIS research institute, Hochschule München brings together methodological and professional competence from several departments in the fields of machine learning and intelligent systems. The researchers are driving forward the development of core AI competencies and supporting research and technology transfer.

Institute for Applications of Machine Learning and Intelligent Systems (IAMLIS)

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HM’s Oskar von Miller Prize

Oskar von Miller is best known in Munich as the founder of the Deutsches Museum. He was also a pioneer and early advocate of a versatile and practice-oriented education. Hochschule München is committed to this approach to application-oriented academic education and, once a year at a ceremony, honours outstanding achievements and awards the Oskar in the following categories: "Outstanding Doctorate", "Applied Research", "Quality in Teaching", "Outstanding Graduation Theses" and "Industry Partner".

Here we present the awards in the categories "Outstanding Doctorate" and "Applied Research":

2026 "Oskar" Award Winner

Prof. Dr. phil. Markus Witzmann has been awarded the Oskar von Miller Prize for “Applied Research” by Hochschule München. The criterion for the award is outreach – research for and with people, as demonstrated by the wide range of target groups involved in the research projects. The prize winner impressed the jury with the breadth of the groups involved, ranging from those directly affected, their relatives and service providers to political actors, across a wide variety of projects.

Witzmann is a Professor of nursing science specialising in evidence-based nursing. His core areas of expertise include participatory research, nursing science and ethics, the management of social and healthcare organisations, and the rehabilitation and social inclusion of people with mental health conditions.

His aim is to improve support services for vulnerable people and enhance their quality of life. His research also takes into account the individuals and institutions involved in providing care. He attaches great importance to incorporating research findings into teaching and course timetable planning.

Further information about the award winner can be found at the SHE:RC research institute and on its profile page.

"Oscar for Applied Research"

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Dr Maximilian Spellauge has been awarded the ‘Oskar’ by Hochschule München in recognition of his outstanding doctoral thesis. The thesis was supervised by Prof. Dr Heinz Huber in collaboration with Prof. habil. Dr.-Ing. Barcikowski (University of Duisburg-Essen).

The focus is on the use of ultrashort laser pulses to produce nanoparticles, which are used, for example, in catalysis or in the production of green hydrogen. Using newly developed methods, Spellauge succeeded for the first time in investigating the underlying processes at high temporal resolution and in visualising key physical mechanisms. The work thus closes an important research gap and lays the foundation for more efficient and targeted production processes.

In addition, during his doctorate, he was heavily involved in teaching and in recruiting young talent. His numerous publications in international journals and conference papers significantly boosted the department’s profile.

"Oskar for Outstanding Doctorate"

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