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The International Scholars & Welcome Office (IScO) is the central advice and service center for international mobile researchers at KIT in Karlsruhe.
We support you and your hosts in the planning and implementation of your stay at KIT and offer you comprehensive information, advice and support before your arrival in Germany, during your stay here and before your departure.
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On December 9, the IScO continued a cherished tradition and invited the fellows of the International Excellence Grants of KIT, the Future Mobility Grants of the ICM, and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation for an informal exchange over coffee and tea. After a warm welcome by Vice President Professor Thomas Hirth at TRIANGEL, the visiting researchers and their host professors at KIT used this informal gathering to discuss their projects and research plans and network with each other in a relaxing atmosphere. A particular highlight of the day was the exclusive tour of the KATRIN neutrino experiment and the KARA accelerator, providing the international guests with exciting insights into groundbreaking research of KIT.
During a ceremonial event on November 25, the “International Excellence Award of KIT” and the “Fellowship of SCHROFF Foundation” were presented to Dr. Chris Funk, Director of the Climate Hazards Center (CHC) at the University of California, Santa Barbara. With this award, KIT honors the distinguished researcher for his interdisciplinary work on climate change, extreme weather, and food security.
The award includes a research stay at KIT (up to 6 months) and a scholarship (up to 12 months) for early-career researchers from the awardee’s group.
On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 3:00 pm, the Talk by esteemed Professor Susmita Sur-Kolay will lead the discussion on advancements and ongoing challenges in quantum computing technology. Prof. Sur-Kolay will discuss technological progress and the intricate design requirements necessary for building stable and efficient quantum circuits. Emphasis will be placed on the inherent challenges in designing error-resistant quantum gates, essential for the reliable operation of quantum systems.
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On July 4, Vice-President Thomas Hirth welcomed the newly arrived fellows of the International Excellence Grants, the Future Mobility Grants of the ICM, and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation at KIT. During this get-together event, the visiting researchers and their hosting professors at KIT exchanged ideas about their projects and research plans in a relaxed atmosphere.
On July 4th, the newly arrived fellows of the International Excellence Grants, the Future Mobility Grants of the ICM, and the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation had the opportunity to participate in an exclusive lab tour at the "Karlsruhe Research Factory for AI-Integrated Production." During this event, the guests gained exciting insights into practical research on real manufacturing processes.