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Here you can find information on current events and news of the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT).

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TUM Alumni & Career Program

Career planning, job applications, and starting your career: During the summer semester, the TUM Alumni & Career Service offers a wide range of career events and services in German and English for students, doctoral candidates, and alumni. The “Engineers for Germany” initiative is aimed at…

Studies, School |

New Elite Master’s Program AI in Biomedicine

Prospective students can apply for the new Elite Master's program in AI and Biomedicine at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) by May 31, 2026. It bridges the gap between computer science, engineering, and medicine to train future generations of AI experts.

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A Novel Textbook: Advanced Mathematics in German and Ukrainian

A bilingual mathematics textbook connects German and Ukrainian technical language and opens new pathways into academic study for students. Two researchers from the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT) developed the book in collaboration with a Ukrainian scientist.

Studies, 150 Years Electrical and Computer Engineering, Talent Management & Diversity |

TUM Student Club EI Girls Empowers Women in Technology

Studying electrical and computer engineering is still considered a male domain, and many young women feel like they are not well prepared. This is exactly where the TUM Student Club EI Girls comes in. In this interview, its leaders talk about how their community supports female students.

News from the School

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CHE University Ranking: Excellent Ratings in Information Systems

TUM students are exceptionally satisfied with the quality of teaching and study conditions in Information Systems. In the new CHE University Ranking 2026, they rate the digital teaching elements, academic organization and facilities, among other things, as very good.

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Shaping sustainability together

Sustainability, as the basis for future life, is considered a central technological and transformation task. At this year’s TUM Sustainability Day on the Garching Research Campus, members of the TUM community presented concrete solutions and concepts – from idea to practice.

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Welcome, Professor Reto Achermann

From a curious elementary school student to a professor of resilient operating systems: In "New@CIT," Reto Achermann, a newly appointed professor at the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT), talks about formative moments and his research on reliable computer systems.

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"Experimental Space Professorship": Impulses for the Academic System

Through this project, TUM aims to open up new avenues for innovation, knowledge transfer, and international networking in collaboration with partner institutions from the political and administrative sectors.

Prospective Students, School |

CIT Hosts the Bavarian State Round of the Math Olympiad

For the second time, the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT) hosted the Bavarian State Round of the Math Olympiad for the Upper Bavaria East school district. Following a written exam and an exciting supporting program, the event concluded with a festive awards ceremony.

News from Research

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The Car of the Future Will be Autonomous and Safe

Software is now an integral part of every car. Assistance systems help drivers stay in their lane, maintain a safe following distance, and reach their destination as quickly as possible. Professor Stefan Wagner is working to improve vehicle software safety and gives insights into his research.

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AI simulates patient consultations for medical students

Dr. Johannes Zink, a researcher in Professor Stephen Kobourov’s chair at the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology, is developing an AI-based tool for patient simulation. The goal of his work is to provide realistic, research-oriented, and scalable training in medical communication.

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Success at the Robot Half Marathon in Beijing

At the half marathon race for humanoid robots, the team from the Technical University of Munich won the “Best International Team Award.” The robot entered into the race by Professor Gordon Cheng completed the course in 3 hours and 35 minutes. This made it the top-performing team from outside China.

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How CXL Research at TUM is Reshaping the Future of Cloud Computing

Cloud computing is approaching the limits of the memory wall – but the Systems Research Group at TUM has delivered a breakthrough: a “universal translator” connects different chips to a shared memory. The outcome: a formally verified foundation for efficient and scalable AI.

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Developing the World’s First Open-Source Post-Quantum-Secure Processor System

Advances in quantum computing are increasingly threatening the security of digital encryption methods. To counter this, the new international consortium QUASAR-CREATE, including the Technical University of Munich, aims to develop the world’s first open-source post-quantum-secure processor system.

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