Science for citizens

Scientists and academics sit in their ivory towers and ponder things which no-one else understands? Far from it! Research explores the world around us and is meant to be experienced. FAU holds several events and has many ways of making research accessible, getting people involved, and inspiring interest in the fascinating world of science.
The exciting world of research clearly explained
Events Exhibitions Activities for children and young people Academic knowledge for everyone Take part
Dates for your diary
All public events such as presentations, guided tours, exhibition, workshops and more are listed in our events calendar.
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23Apr
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07May10:00 am – 5:30 pm
Seminar Room 0.235, Hartmannstr. 14, Building D1, Erlangen
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19Jun
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20Jun
Link to FAU’s events calendar The FAU video portal provides recordings of public lectures
Events
Exhibitions
Bionicum at Nuremberg Zoo

In Bionicum at Nuremberg Zoo, visitors can learn more about bionics in an interactive exhibition. FAU cooperates with Bionicum both in teaching and in research in the Netzwerk Bionik Bayern (Bavarian Bionics Network).
Botanical Garden Erlangen

The University’s botanical garden is right in the city center of Erlangen, directly next to the Schlossgarten. It is open all year round and entry is free of charge. Guided tours, talks and exhibitions are offered here on a regular basis.
University collections

Several of the FAU’s collections are open to the public and guided tours take place regularly or on request, for example in the Antique and Classical Collection or the Computer Technology Collection.
The collections even have their own Facebook page.
Call to participate in studies
Our researchers regularly look for participants for their scientific studies. Would you like to take part and become part of our research? Details of calls to participate in studies from FAU are published here on a regular basis.
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Activities for children and young people
KinderUni (university for kids)

Science and research for children, online or in person at the University: The KinderUni university for children in Erlangen and Nuremberg takes place during the winter and summer semester, usually during school vacations. The program of events and topics for “KinderUni” is available on the website of the Office of Culture and Recreation of the city of Nuremberg and on the website of the “KinderUni” in Erlangen.
Schulmuseum

How does our school education influence us today and how was it 100 years ago? How do you develop a maths workshop or a history lab? These are just some of the things you can find out at Schulmuseum Nürnberg, a cooperation between FAU and the city of Nuremberg. In addition to its permanent exhibitions, the Schulmuseum offers learning workshops and learning labs.
panOPTICUM

An interactive exhibition for optics and photonics. Use phosphorescence to save images using shadows, measure your smartphone using laser interference, make your own breath visible and much more besides: The panOPTICUM at SAOT offers numerous exhibits for experimenting with optics and photonics.
Academic knowledge for everyone
OPEN vhb: Online courses accessible to all
FAU is also one of the universities involved in the OPEN vhb platform, where professors working at Bavarian universities upload courses and make them available free of charge to the public. It is free to register.
FAU Scientia guest student program
You can participate in individual seminars or lectures at FAU or the weekly series of presentations held especially for guest students, also while working or after retirement.
Take part
FAU’s Roman boats

Rowing like the Romans: Together with students, school pupils and volunteers, researchers at FAU have built a full-size replica Roman patrol and convoy boat.
JOSEPHS – the open innovation lab

Test new ideas from companies in JOSEPHS innovation lab in Nuremberg. Just drop by during the opening hours and try for yourself.
Citizens’ Council (Bürgerbeirat)

Volunteering in research projects? You can volunteer at the Institute of General Practice as part of the Citizens’ Council.
No prior or specialist knowledge is required. The event is free of charge. The Citizens’ Council meets around three times per year in person or online.