The LIMES Institute offers talented young students and researchers an ideal environment for interdisciplinary training, innovative research and development to independence:
Goal-oriented interdisciplinary student training in small groups by internationally renowned scientists
Studying in an excellent environment: The life sciences, and especially immunology, are a focus of the University of Bonn. The Immunological Working Groups of the LIMES Institute belong to the ImmunoSensation Cluster of Excellence as well as to several collaborative research centers.
Work in modern laboratories with direct access to state of the art equipment
Practice-oriented studies: at least 3 individual laboratory practicals
Early integration into current research projects of working groups
Learning of cutting edge technologies in guided group practical courses and lectures
Direct connection to industry with workshops
Meet the expert events for students with guest lectures by excellent international researchers
Possibility for research projects at Bayer Pharma AG or at the associated research facilities DZNE (German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases) and Caesar (Center for Advanced European Studies and Research)
Special support for women by the LIMES "Women in Science" Committee with regular workshops and seminars.
The university provides a good infrastructure for the student life: student catering facilities, sports facilities offered by the university, cultural activities (music, art, ballet), possibilities of active participation in student self-administration
Bonn as a place of study offers a picturesque surrounding at the Rhine with beautiful cycling and hiking trails, a lively theater and cinema scene, typical Rhenish pubs and restaurants, a dense museum landscape and an international flair, not only because of the numerous UN institutions