Jul 10, 2025
StuFoExpo presents: Fail Better – The Art of Failing in Resarch
StuFoExpo presents: Fail Better – The Art of Failing in Resarch
What do you do when a reseach project doesn’t deliver what it’s suppposed to? When experiments fail, data leads to nowhere, or your hypothesis falls flat?
It’s simple: We talk about it.
This you, StuFoExpo is taking a different turn. On December 5, we’re celebrating the art of failure – openly, reflectively, and with a sense of humor.
In a small and supportive setting, students will share stories of projects that didn’t go as planned – and what they learned along the way.
Everyone making a contribution can bring along 2-3 guests.
In preparation to the event we offer a workshop that hepls you to communicate failures constructively – and at the same time you learn how to present in a confident and engaging way. Whether it's a pitch & poster, or science slam – you decide how you want to present your project.
We’re looking for your contributions!
Your project didn’t go as expected?
You want to share what you have learned?
You want to promote an open and positive approach to making mistakes at the university?
Save the Dates:
- Submission deadline: September 12, 2025
- Two-day workshop: October 7 and 9, 2025, 9am – 3pm, Fritz-Foerster-Bau, room 101
- Event: December 5, 2025, 1:30pm – 5pm im Fritz-Foerster-Bau, room 101
You can find more information and the application form on our website.
And for those wondering why there is not big StuFoExpo this year:
Stay tuned for the next winter semester! We are already planning something big for spring 2026 – You don’t want to miss it!
Contact:

Team Student Research Exposition (StuFoExpo)
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