Technical University of Munich

TUM study reveals substantial misdirection in EU automotive regulation

CirculaTUM, the interdisciplinary research network of the Technical University of Munich (TUM), has been researching the decarbonization of the automotive sector since the beginning of the year. The findings of the most comprehensive study in this field to date reveal substantial misdirection in the European Union’s climate policy regulation. They were presented today, Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at a press briefing...

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PISA scores at a new low

Young people in Germany are achieving their lowest scores in science, reading and mathematics since the PISA studies started. As a result, Germany now ranks only at the average level of OECD countries. About one-fifth of 15-year-olds lack sufficient basic skills in any of the three areas. The correlation between young people’s science skills and their families’ socioeconomic status is stronger than ever before.

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Spectacular Success for TUM Spin-off Isar Aerospace

A historic achievement for space startup Isar Aerospace: On just its second launch attempt, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) spin-off successfully placed its Spectrum launch vehicle and payload into Earth orbit. The milestone marks a major step toward establishing independent European access to space for the company based in Ottobrunn near Munich.

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If computers simply work

Newly appointed computer science professor Reto Achermann studies resilient computing systems that can operate reliably under complex conditions. His work lays the foundation for the digital infrastructures that people depend on every day.

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Prof. Andreas Meyer to become Scientific Director of FRM II

The Research Neutron Source Heinz Maier-Leibnitz (FRM II) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is welcoming a new Scientific Director. Physicist and TUM alumnus Prof. Andreas Meyer will take over from Prof. Christian Pfleiderer on 1 October 2026. Since 2021, Andreas Meyer has served as the German Associate Director of the Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL) in Grenoble.

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Sorting Potatoes with AI

Karevo’s machines can sort up to ten tons of potatoes per hour. The AI-powered optical recognition system achieves 95 percent accuracy. The founder’s journey took him from a potato farm to the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and ultimately to his own startup.

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New technique enhances coastal water level monitoring

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the University of Oxford have developed a new measurement method that captures the variability of tidal levels more accurately than previously used methods. Using this method, they were able to demonstrate tidal differences of up to one meter within a bay 90 kilometers long. The results could improve coastal protection and navigation in areas where...

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Why apples react differently to climate change than wheat

Climate change is altering crop yields—but not to the same extent for all plants. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) found that yields are also influenced by the extent to which plants rely on insect pollination. The findings highlight how agriculture must adapt to climate change.

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TUM launches program for experienced leaders

How can decades of leadership experience be used for new social tasks? With Lifelong Leadership, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is launching an executive impact program for experienced leaders who want to start something new after their operational careers and commit themselves to society.

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TUM develops single-photon sources for quantum communication

Absolutely secure transmission of large amounts of data: Quantum communication promises many advantages over today’s standard technologies. However, it requires single photons—and generating them is very difficult. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology (MCQST) have developed a new method that overcomes the problems of previous approaches.

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TUM is the best university in Germany

According to the latest Academic Ranking of World Universities ("Shanghai Ranking"), the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is the top-ranked university in Germany. TUM ranks 45th worldwide in the prestigious university ranking, making it one of only two German universities in the top 50.

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From solar eclipse to research questions

How do spectacular images of the night sky lead to scientific insights? Students in the astrophotography seminar at the TUM School of Engineering and Design develop their own research projects and observe stars, planets, and satellites. They recently used the partial solar eclipse as an opportunity to collect data and test scientific methods.

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TUM publishes its second Sustainable Futures Report

The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has published its second sustainability report, providing an interim assessment of its progress. The university has made particular progress in reducing emissions from purchased energy. TUM has also advanced its sustainability efforts in research and teaching: 50 percent of its professorships now address sustainability-related topics.

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Applications Open for the EuroTech Rising Stars Award 2026

With the EuroTech Rising Stars Award 2026, the EuroTech Universities Alliance honors outstanding early-career researchers at its partner universities. Applications for the categories "Rising Research Stars" and "Rising Innovation Stars" can be submitted through September 25, 2026. The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is a founding member of this partnership.

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A visit to the Science and Study Center Raitenhaslach

A former Cistercian monastery has become an international hub for science and dialogue: In this episode, we visit the TUM Science and Study Center in Raitenhaslach and speak with Wolfgang A. Herrmann. TUM's long-time president is one of the key pioneers behind the Science and Study Center. We also meet Elina Weinmann, the center’s executive director as well as Hans Steindl and Florian Schneider, the city of...

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