Research Centers of the German UDS
The scientific exchange and collaboration between the professors and scientists at the German University of Digital Science is organized in Research Centers, which are agile and temporary organizational units that provide an inspiring framework for the dynamic research activities of the researchers. Here, professors, research associates, postdocs and PhD students work together on their research projects and dissertations. Each Research Centre has its own PhD program, known as a Research School. The joint supervision of doctoral candidates by professors ensures an open and broad perspective from the outset when working on the research topic agreed with the doctoral supervisor.
Digital Transformations should take into account all aspects mentioned in the concepts of e-Science, e-Infrastructures, Open Science and Science 2.0 as issues to be considered in policy making. The different terms refer to the development of new ways of conducting scientific activities using ICT, incorporating previous themes and adding a new layer. Digital science is the new growth of science and research resulting from all the existing and new, constantly evolving possibilities offered by communication networks, the digital availability of scientific content and new activities and interactions enabled by technology.
- Prof. Dr. Georg Loscher (Speaker)
- Prof. Dr. Marco Bade
- Prof. Dr. Mike Friedrichsen
- Prof. Dr. Steven Ney
Throughout history, humans have developed tools to support teaching and learning. Over the last century, educational technologies have become crucial in the context of distance education, where they serve as essential components of the learning process.
The field spans areas like learning analytics, mobile learning, gameful approaches, automated assessment, or peer evaluation. Generative AI opens new possibilities—such as automated feedback, intelligent avatars, and personalized content. However, these advances also raise concerns. The misuse of AI tools could compromise academic integrity
At the Research Center for Educational Technologies, we explore both the promise and the pitfalls of these innovations. Our interdisciplinary work seeks to understand how emerging technologies can enhance learning while taking into account the ethical, pedagogical, and practical challenges they present; attempting to make the future of education desirable.
- Prof. Dr. Thomas Staubitz (Speaker)
- Prof. Dr. Daniele Di Mitri
- Prof. Dr. Christoph Meinel
Artificial intelligence has gone from being an exotic subject of research to a driving force in the development of IT applications over the past 30 years. The focus of research is on what is known as machine learning, i.e., the computer is supposed to discover the solution strategy for a wide variety of problems from large amounts of data on its own. This is why today’s AI is developing hand-in-hand with strategies for storing and making available massive amounts of data. Today, this is known as big data, i.e., data that is no longer collected locally, but in the cloud around the world. Deep learning is therefore much more than the use of multi-layer neural networks. Deep learning requires combining all of the above to create adaptive systems that can understand and translate language, or even drive autonomous vehicles.
- Prof. Dr. Felix Weitkämper (Speaker)
- Prof. Dr. Christoph Meinel
- Prof. Dr. Günter Schmidt
- Prof. Dr. Feiyu Xu
The Research Center for Cybersecurity at German UDS focuses on three primary areas: Security Awareness, Economics of Security and Advanced Security analytics. Security Awareness addresses the human element of cybersecurity. Recognizing that technology alone cannot mitigate all threats, we work on innovative intelligence services and comprehensive education and training programs tailored for various audiences, from executives to regular end users. Economics of Security examines institutions and incentives in cyberspace.
At the Research Center we analyze regulations that shape the market for cyber services and products, and look at the incentives of different groups of attackers. We develop a method for measuring the cost of an attack and to measure the impact of protection. Advanced Security Analytics leverages big data, machine learning, and AI to identify, detect, and respond cyber threats. By analyzing vast amounts of data in real time, we aim to detect threat that traditional security approaches often miss, providing a proactive defense mechanism against evolving and sophisticated cyber-attacks. At the Research Center for Cybersecurity, we are dedicated to researching and developing modern and advanced security approaches through innovative research, collaboration, and education, aiming to create a secure digital world.
- Prof. Dr. Tim Stuchtey (Speaker)
- Dr. Pejman Najafi (Coordinator)
- Prof. Dr. Julia von Thienen
- Prof. Dr. Christoph Meinel
The Research Center for Extended Reality at German UDS is a pioneering institution dedicated to exploring the vast possibilities of Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) technologies. As digital environments become increasingly integral to everyday life, Advanced Virtual Environment is at the forefront of research and innovation, striving to unlock the full potential of immersive technologies for a wide range of applications, from education and healthcare to entertainment and industrial training.
- Prof. Dr. Daniele Di Mitri (Speaker)
- Prof. Dr. Mike Friedrichsen