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Group of diverse people pointing at an orange circle with text: Colloquium FundamentalSommersemester 2026.Colloquium Fundamentale

In the summer term of 2026, the lecture series focused on the theme “With raised forefinger? When morality shapes the discourse”. The central question was how moral judgements influence public debate, freedom of speech and academic freedom.

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Logo of the Spring Academy and a trash canSpring Academy Sustainability

From March 23 to 26, 2026, the Spring Academy Sustainability at KIT focused on the topic of circular economy. Students from all disciplines actively engaged with current issues at a public keynote speech, the Sustainability Forum, workshops, excursions, and a panel discussion.

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Light bulb containing wind turbines and solar panels symbolizing renewable energy.Colloquium Fundamentale

In the winter semester 2025/26 the lecture series Colloquium Fundamentale provided insights into technological breakthroughs in renewable energies and battery research. Furthermore, key social issues such es economic efficiency, participation, and social justice were examined.

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