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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

🔬 Science to discover, experience and explore! Our exhibition ‘Völlig losgelöst’ invites you on an exciting journey behind the scenes of international top-level research: currently at City Hall Bedburg-Hau, Oct. 3rd to Nov. 15, 2026. Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current... #SolvationScience

The young visitors open the exhibition – excited to start the experiments.

The exhibition guests dive into the world of Solvation Science.

Throughout the afternoon, interested children took the opportunity to experiment for themselves.

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Congratulations to Clara Saraceno on receiving the UNIPRENEURS Award! This recognition highlights outstanding contributions to entrepreneurship, innovation and knowledge transfer – and the role of universities in turning research into impact. More: news.rub.de/english/2026... #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🎓 Congratulations to our Master’s students Harshini Dhara and Jan Niclas Ludwig on their nominations for the Wübben Foundation Student Grant! 👏 We are proud to have such talented young researchers as part of the team. #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

🔬 Völlig losgelöst – an exhibition on science! What happens behind the scenes of cutting-edge research? Discover fascinating questions, methods and the role of water. 💧 🚀 Embark with us on an exciting journey into the world of science: www.solvation.de/news/resolv-... #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

🔬 Your step into Solvation Science! 🌍 Master’s & PhD students worldwide can now apply for our Student Challenge and win a fully funded 3-month research stay in Germany, connect with our scientists and bring research ideas to life! ➡️ Apply now: www.solvation.de/education/st... #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Inspiring future scientists 🔬✨ 12 students spent 5 days at our summer camp, gaining hands-on research experience, exploring cutting-edge science and working with our researchers. 🫶 Thank you to all who made this inspiring week possible! More: www.solvation.de/news/current... #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

🌍🔬 Our Summer School brought more than 100 participants from over 20 countries to Bochum for 4 days full of lectures, hands-on lab practicals, career talks and networking. 🫶 A big thank you to all who made this Summer School such an inspiring experience. More: www.solvation.de/news/current...

Summer School participants at the campus of Ruhr University Bochum

Opportunities for scientific exchange during the poster sessions

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

🌍 Spring Onboarding 2026 RESOLV welcomed new international members to introduce the program and offer the opportunity to meet new colleagues. Highlight of the day: a visit to Zeche Zollverein and a shared dinner. Welcome to RESOLV! ✨ #SolvationScience #iGSS #iMOS www.solvation.de/news/current...

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

🚀 Take your research beyond the classroom! Get the chance to win a fully funded 3-month research stay in Germany. ➡️ Apply by 1st June for our Student Challenge: www.solvation.de/education/st... Open to Master & PhD students (natural sciences, medical sciences, or engineering). #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

RESOLV welcomes new ECR Group Leaders In the past weeks Dr. Hanna Hinrika Cramer and Dr. Guanqi Qiu have joined the RESOLV Team. We wish them both continued success and a rewarding experience in their new roles. Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current... #SolvationScience #SolvationScience

New RESOLV members: Dr. Hanna Hinrika Cramer and Dr. Guanqi Qiu

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

🔬✨ Girls’ Day at RESOLV ✨🔬 18 girls became scientists for a day at our labs and got a taste of real research – discovering that chemistry and physics can be exciting. Maybe we’ll meet some of you in the future again – as young scientists! 🚀 www.solvation.de/news/current... #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

200+ guests joined us to launch our 3rd funding period! 🎉 From inspiring talks to cutting-edge solvation science, we’re excited for the next 7 years driving sustainable chemistry and innovation. 🚀 Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current... #SolvationScience © Photos: RUB, Marquard & RESOLV

The event venue at night: Mining Museum in Bochum

Participants gathering in front of the Mining Museum

Martina Havenith (Spokesperson RESOLV) kicks off three days of deep dive into Solvation Science

RESOLV – Diving into the next era! Because one decade is not enough!

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

🚀 A flagship project and strong momentum for sustainable chemistry: The Research Center Chemical Sciences and Sustainability was opened in Bochum in the presence of Science Minister Ina Brandes. Read more: news.rub.de/english/2026... #SolvationScience © Photos: RUB, Marquard

Ina Brandes MdL, Minister of Culture and Science of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia

Panel discussion “Beyond Boundaries: Research Center“

Panel discussion with Research Center scientists and industry representatives

University and Research Center members and industry representatives with Minister Ina Brandes

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

“Jugend forscht” participants at RESOLV 🔬✨ Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming around 80 students as part of the NRW “Jugend forscht” competition, held this year at @ruhr-uni-bochum.de. Read more: www.solvation.de/news/current... #SolvationScience #JugendForscht © Photos: Maren Meyer

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

🌳Welcoming international guests and networking in the countryside 🌳 This week, the RESOLV community gathered for their annual retreat for listening to inspiring talks and networking. Many thanks to our special guests Klaus Engel, Andrew Zahrt, King Kouk Hii and Robert Franke. #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

🌊🎧 Did you know we can hear polymer-water interactions? Researchers from @ruhr-uni-bochum.de and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign turned PNIPAM’s collapse into sound, revealing water’s role. A new way to ‘see’ molecular changes! Read more: www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/... #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

"Think.Try.Transform" RESOLV spokesperson Martina Havenith meets former RUB rector Elmar Weiler on the new podcast of Ruhr Innovation Lab. The two researchers explain how an idea became a cross-university research cluster and how it works. thinktrytransform-der-podcast.podigee.io/2-vom-antrag...

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Start of RESOLV’s third funding period With the beginning of the new year, the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV has officially started its third funding period (2026 to 2032) with new Research Areas. Learn more about our new Research Areas: www.solvation.de/research #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Research opportunities for researchers at risk RESOLV supports at-risk researchers who can no longer pursue their work in their home countries due to persecution or violence. You can apply at any time. Details how to apply can be found here: www.solvation.de/education/re... #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

🎄 Season's Greetings 🎄 We did it again! This has been a very successful year for the RESOLV team. Thank you all for your continued support and numerous contributions. Looking forward to the start of a new era in 2026. 🚀 We wish you all the best and a successful new year! 🍀

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

NRW Science Minister Ina Brandes visits RESOLV Last week, the North Rhine-Westphalian Minister of Culture and Science visited us. A laboratory tour and discussions with our scientists provided insights into solvation research and plans for speeding up the transfer of research results into practice.

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Academia meets industry Yesterday, we welcomed around 100 scientists and company representatives to celebrate the World Science Day for Peace and Development at our annual networking event. This year’s focus: young researchers and career opportunities in industry. #SolvationScience #WorldScienceDay

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Dual degree graduation at RESOLV Recently, our first dual degree student completed successfully his master’s degree. Congratulations! www.solvation.de/news/current... #SolvationScience

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

On 08th July RESOLV hosted the Summer Optica Summit. Thanks to all the participants and speakers! www.solvation.de/news/current...

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Despite its abundance, there are still many unanswered questions about water's behaviour. RESOLV doctoral researcher Adrian Buchmann explains in his Science Slam how science is trying to unravel the mystery of water. Watch the full video! www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0FJ...

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

We made it! Thanks to everybody in this wonderful team!

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Cluster of Excellence RESOLV @solvationsci.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

#GirlsDay2025: RESOLV opened its labs for 21 girls. They had fun listening to a lecture, touring the RUB Campus, and spending a few hours in our labs, experiencing what science is made of. Thanks to all the participants! We are looking forward to seeing you again! #krusslab.bsky.social

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