Welcome to ZUKUNFTSSTUDIO 2026 at TU Dresden

© Dr. Rico Hickmann

Date: June 18, 2026
Location: Technische Universität Dresden; FOE 402
Format: Interdisciplinary Workshop for Newly Appointed Professors & Early Career Faculty

About ZUKUNFTSSTUDIO

Forecasts are difficult, especially when they concern the future!? We are not deterred by this! Within the framework of this workshop, we create a space to jointly develop future scenarios and identify research trends and topics for the day after tomorrow.

We deliberately look beyond the boundaries of our own research fields and discuss future trends and tendencies in your discipline as well as adjacent fields. The following questions are central:

• What challenges arise from this?
• What needs to be considered?
• What do you need to be well prepared?

The exchange serves to gain exciting insights for your medium- and long-term research planning. At the same time, you will establish your network for the strategic planning of new (joint) research projects. Link to ZUKUNFTSSTUDIO

Who is this event for?

ZUKUNFTSSTUDIO is specifically aimed at newly appointed professors and early career faculty.

It offers a platform to develop research strategies and future scenarios for the success and advancement of your own research group.

What can you expect?

• Interdisciplinary exchange:
  Look beyond the boundaries of your own discipline, identify future trends, and jointly develop innovative perspectives.
• Methodologically structured support:
  The Project Scouts of TU Dresden will support you with proven methods to identify challenges and develop solution strategies.
• Networking:
  Establish contacts with other scientists and benefit from a wide range of expertise.
• Strategic discussions:
  Jointly develop approaches to successfully integrate future research trends into your work.

Why should you participate?

• Develop research strategies for the coming years.
• Generate innovative ideas for new, forward-looking projects.
• Lay the foundation for sustainable collaborations and interdisciplinary networks.
• Be part of a new series of events within the STUDIO formats at TU Dresden.

Review & Outlook

With lively discussions and innovative ideas, ZUKUNFTSSTUDIO 2024 laid the foundation for a new form of scientific exchange. The second edition will take place in June 2026 – join us and actively shape the future of research!

Contact & Registration

Further information on registration and the program will follow shortly. Stay informed and feel free to contact the Project Scouts of TU Dresden if you are interested.

We look forward to your participation and an inspiring exchange at ZUKUNFTSSTUDIO 2026!