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Riedberg Campus, building photo with people

Katrin Binner

Goethe University Frankfurt

Excellent and International: Knowledge for Development, Sustainability, and Equity

Michael Kosfeld and Rolf van Dick have successfully submitted a proposal to the DFG for a Centre for Advanced Studies in the Humanities and Social Sciences.

Uwe Dettmar

Leadership and social cohesion

The DFG has approved the new interdisciplinary research group “Goethe Leadership Centre,” which is based in the faculties of Psychology and Economics. Additionally, funding for the QUAST research unit has been extended.

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Jürgen Lecher

Two new RMU cooperative degree programs launching in 2026

Accelerator Science and Urban Studies: The Rhine-Main Universities (RMU) are expanding their joint degree programs with two innovative master’s programs featuring qualification profiles that are unique across Europe.

Tiny Forest Work on the Riedberg Campus

Uwe Dettmar

Donations take root

Goethe University Frankfurt is continuing to expand its commitment to sustainability – and is deliberately seeking the support of private donors in the process.

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Enrico Schleiff, President of Goethe University

Enrico Schleiff

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President of Goethe University Frankfurt

At Goethe University, we conduct research and teaching across a wide range of disciplines – from the humanities and social sciences to the natural, life, and medical sciences. Our disciplinary breadth and strength form the foundation for true interdisciplinarity, international collaboration, and open dialogue with society.

Jürgen Lecher

Research

A driving force for development, sustainability, and equity: Since its foundation, Goethe University has provided space for innovative approaches, experiments, and ideas. Learn more about our research and research profile.

Study and Teaching

A wide range of subjects and innovative teaching and learning methods shape courses and teaching at Goethe University. Learn more about our diverse course offerings and our approach to teaching.

Knowledge Transfer and Exchange

We conduct science with and for society. As the first German university rooted in civic tradition, we offer a wide variety of formats that strengthen dialogue with citizens and bring academics into society.

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This Is Us

Students, researchers, and staff share what inspires them, drives them, and connects them to Goethe University.

Uwe Dettmar

SOLASTALGIA – Walks Through Changing Landscapes

On display until February 15, 2026: Exhibition at the Museum Giersch of Goethe University. | The exhibition explores the ambivalence of grief and solace, of beautiful yet damaged landscapes, and our conflicted relationship with the environment.

Exhibition "Everyday housing issues"

Until February 1, 2026: Exhibition in the Historical Museum Frankfurt | The exhibition "Everyday housing issues. On privatisation, refurbishment and protest" focuses on the past, present, and future of social and ecological housing issues.

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