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Microscopic image of several round immune cells (neutrophil granulocytes) in the blood. The cell nuclei are stained grey, while two surface features are coloured orange and turquoise. An immature precursor cell can be identified by its uniformly round, grey cell nucleus.<address>© Mathis Richter</address> — Immature immune cells predict chances of survival following a heart attack
© Mathis Richter

A woman in a white lab coat (left) is standing in front of an open climatic chamber (right). She places her hands on one of the shelves inside the chamber (at about chin height) and looks inside to check something. Numerous glass tubes can be seen inside.<address>© Uni MS - Linus Peikenkamp</address> — New study shows: Fruit flies reset their internal clock
© Uni MS - Linus Peikenkamp

A portrait of a woman sitting in an office chair at a desk. On the desk is a monitor displaying a fluorescence microscopy image of a tissue structure.<address>© Uni MS - Thomas Hauss</address> — Biochemist Lydia Sorokin receives ERC Proof of Concept Grant
© Uni MS - Thomas Hauss

3. Juli 2026

Investigated immune cell communication: Luise Erpenbeck and Sebastian Kruss<address>© UKM Department of Dermatology Photo Unit – Tina Krzeminski</address> — © UKM Department of Dermatology Photo Unit – Tina Krzeminski

Study reveals: immune cells communicate via neurotransmitters

Researchers at the University of Münster and Ruhr University Bochum have demonstrated for the first time in real time that the body’s own defence cells use catecholamines – neurotransmitters such as dopamine and adrenaline – to communicate via the same chemical signals as nerve cells. This discovery opens up a new understanding of how the immune system is regulated.

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The application phase for the winter semester has started. For degree courses with restricted admission in the first semester, you must apply by 15 July. Please note that your chance of admission for the winter semester 2026/2027 may be higher due to the removal of some admission restrictions (NC) in the first semester. This situation applies exclusively to this semester.

Studies

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Continuing education at the University of Münster

In 1998, the German Higher Education Framework Act was amended to make continuing education one of the core responsibilities of German universities together with research and teaching. Ever since, the University of Münster has offered high-quality continuing education programmes for academics and managerial staff, as well as executives and board members in business, administration and the service sector. The continuing education providers at the University of Münster are the Münster University Continuing Education and JurGrad [de].

Research profile

The University of Münster promotes internationally renowned, cutting-edge research in mathematics, the humanities and social sciences, the natural sciences and life sciences. These areas comprise outstanding basic research and application-oriented projects.

The Clusters of Excellence of the University of Münster

The two Clusters of Excellence, which the University of Münster has acquired as part of the federal and state Excellence Strategy, comprise faculties from the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. The Department of Mathematics was successful with the Cluster of Excellence "Mathematics Münster: Dynamics - Geometry - Structure". The Cluster of Excellence "Religion and Politics" (currently phasing out) comprises around 200 researchers in the humanities and social sciences from 20 disciplines.

Junior researchers

The University of Münster actively supports its junior researchers as part of its academic personnel development strategy. Career counselling and funding opportunities, structured doctoral programmes and qualification measures provide candidates with a more transparent and plannable career path into academia.

Current information

Info page on the war in Ukraine

The University of Münster offers a broad range of advisory structures targeted at various groups: the International Office as the first point of contact for international students and researchers, the Graduate Centre for doctoral candidates, and the Personnel Department for University employees. In addition, counselling services for refugees are established in all areas.

Ulysseus at the University of Münster

Ulysseus is one of currently 64 European university networks funded by the European Commission and the EU under the Erasmus+ programme. The aim of the European Universities initiative is to create transnational alliances that will develop into universities of the future, promoting European values and identity and thus strengthening the quality and competitiveness of European higher education.

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Career opportunities at the University of Münster

Shape the future with us: As one of the largest employers in the region, the University of Münster offers a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with excellent prospects. Explore our current job openings, learn about the benefits of working with us, and find out more about our diverse career fields and application process. Become part of our community – in research, technical services, skilled trades, or administration.

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