Study Information Day
The study of Agricultural Sciences is characterized by its diversity: It is a combination of natural science, economics, technology, and ecology. The subject deals with key topics that will determine our future, such as sustainability, biodiversity, climate protection, and resource management. Special topics include digitalization in agriculture, innovative cultivation techniques, animal welfare, and food security.
The Institute of Agricultural and Nutritional Sciences is holding an information event on Agricultural Sciences on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 from 1pm. At the event, high school students will learn all about studying Agricultural Sciences in Halle with lectures and presentations. They will also gain an insight into the Institute's current research, exhibits will be on display and posters will be presented. Students and lecturers will be available for informal discussions and will be on hand to answer any questions.
Following the Study Information Day, the Agricultural and Nutritional Sciences student council invites you to the Hoffest from 5pm.
Date and Location:
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 1pm to 4pm.
Institute of Agricultural and Nutritional Sciences, Lecture Hall E.02
Theodor-Lieser-Straße 9, Weinberg Campus (Heide Süd)
06120 Halle (Saale)
On this day, you will have the opportunity to gain insight into the following areas (tours and demonstrations):
- Carolin Schimmelpfennig and Jana Müglitz: Sequencing – from the plant to the DNA
- Bruno Glaser: Foodlab – Biomarker and Stable Isotope Laboratory
- Annette Zeyner: In vitro methods to replace animal testing—simulation of digestion and fermentation on a laboratory scale
- Marcel Quint: From the lab to the climate chamber – insights into plant research and a discussion on crops and GMOs
- Jan Rücknagel: Tracking the Soil – Detecting Soil Compaction, Measuring Nitrous Oxide, and Scanning Roots
- Markus Freick: From Laying Hen to Food – Egg Quality Measurement: How Freshness, Shell Sensitivity, and Yolk Color Are Tested
- Edgar Peiter: Crops for Future – Guided Tour of the Plant Research Facilities at the Institute of Agricultural and Food Sciences
- Robert Mikutta: Soil—More Than Just Dirt. A Journey into Soil Science: Structure, Beauty, and Indispensable Functions.
Registration: To help us plan, please send a brief email to sekretariat_prof.waetjen@landw.uni-halle.de with your name and grade level.Thank you very much!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU!