News from the Wissensregion Düsseldorf

Our newsfeed keeps you up to date with the latest developments, projects and events in the Wissensregion Düsseldorf.
Here you will find the latest reports on cooperation between science, business and politics, information on important conferences and insights into innovative training formats.
Stay informed about the progress and initiatives that further strengthen our region as a leading knowledge location in Europe.

Heads of the Wissensregion Düsseldorf: Jens Ihsen

Jens Ihsen, Director of Düsseldorf Convention, talks about the challenges and opportunities for congresses in the coronavirus era. Smaller events are possible in the first half of 2021, larger events from the second half of the year. Ihsen emphasizes Düsseldorf’s infrastructure advantages and would like to see a stronger media presence for the Wissensregion Düsseldorf.

My farewell to Wissensregion Düsseldorf e.V.

Ulrich von Alemann bids farewell as Managing Director of the Association for the Promotion of Wissensregion Düsseldorf e.V. and hands over his office to Dr. Kai de Weldige. After five years of successful work, he thanks everyone involved and looks back on significant milestones and developments. The association will continue to be supported by Dr. Christina Rauh, while Ronja Rast is leaving the team. Keiko Ito will strengthen the team in the future.

University Manager of the Year: Congratulations to our CEO Prof. Anja Steinbeck

Prof. Anja Steinbeck, Chairwoman of the Board of the Association for the Promotion of the Wissensregion Düsseldorf e.V., receives the “University Manager of the Year” award. Awarded by the CHE Center for Higher Education Development and the weekly newspaper “Die Zeit”, her outstanding crisis and leadership skills, especially during the corona pandemic, were recognized. The jury also praised her initiatives such as the “Citizens’ University” and the Wissensregion Düsseldorf. Congratulations, Prof. Steinbeck!

Swapping heads: IHK and police headquarters with new presidents for a day

Wissensregion Düsseldorf made it possible: on October 29, 2020, IHK President Andreas Schmitz and Police President Norbert Wesseler swapped jobs. Wesseler gained insights into the tasks of the IHK, while Schmitz explored the work processes of the police. Both emphasized the enrichment and change of perspective brought about by the project.

BIWENAV relaunch: how the winning project of the 2019/20 innovation semester is evolving

On February 17, 2020, the municipal project “Bildungswegenavigator – der BIWENAV” was chosen as the winning project in the final of the 2019/20 innovation semester. Since then, the BIWENAV team has worked intensively on the further development of the tool. On September 7, 2020, the BIWENAV celebrated its successful relaunch and now offers pupils, students in doubt and new starters a modern, user-friendly overview of educational pathways in Düsseldorf.

Get to know the EUREF Innovation Campus on August 12

Big events cast their shadows ahead: on August 12, interested parties can get to know the EUREF-Campus, which will open in 2023. Wissensregion Düsseldorf, together with EUREF AG and Stadtsparkasse Düsseldorf, is hosting a presentation event. The innovation campus will focus on the energy, climate and mobility of the future.

New subjects and further education opportunities in the Wissensregion Düsseldorf

The educational opportunities in the Wissensregion Düsseldorf are constantly growing: new courses of study and further education in health, computer science, artificial intelligence, business, digitalization and culture offer a wide range of opportunities. From the IHK Düsseldorf to the Fliedner University of Applied Sciences and the HHU – the region is constantly evolving and offers ideal learning conditions.

Heads of the Wissensregion Düsseldorf: Prof. Dr. Stefan Schweizer

Prof. Dr. Stefan Schweizer, Scientific Director and Director of the Benrath Palace and Park Foundation, reports on future plans for Benrath Palace and cooperation with other knowledge institutions in the region. He emphasizes the role of museums as producers of knowledge and their importance for the region. The importance of cooperation with universities and the broad transfer of knowledge is also emphasized. In times of the coronavirus crisis, he calls for cultural institutions to be supported and their contribution to society to be recognized.

The winners of the innovation semester have been announced

Around 160 young people took part in the Wissensregion Düsseldorf Innovation Semester. On February 17, they presented their projects on social challenges in front of 250 guests. The winning project “BIWENAV” received an award based on audience voting. The evening, characterized by diversity and creativity, took place at the Academy of Sciences and Arts. The innovation semester will enter its third round in fall 2020.

Oeconomicum: Ceremonial opening of the donated extension

On November 21, building owner Patrick Schwarz-Schütte officially handed over the extension of the oeconomicum to Heinrich Heine University. NRW Science Minister Isabel Pfeiffer-Poensgen attended the ceremony. The expansion was necessary due to the strong growth of the faculty with over 2,300 students and new endowed professorships in behavioral economics. The faculty is aiming for a leading position in competition research in Europe. Düsseldorf is thus establishing itself as a top location for business administration and economics.

Heads of the Wissensregion Düsseldorf: Dr. Marcel Solar

Düsseldorf cooperation format “Expat Service Desk” receives award in Berlin

Wissensregion Düsseldorf, one of the most international regions in Germany, offers excellent conditions for students, researchers and skilled workers from all over the world. The Expat Service Desk, which supports companies and research institutions in integrating international employees, won the “Innovative Business Development 2019” award. Over 2,500 consultations and numerous events are proof of its success. In future, the knowledge region intends to further network its internationalization strategies and launch a joint campaign for international students and skilled workers.

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