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    What makes individuals unique—and why is that important? The new focus area InChangE delivers insights. full story

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    20.01.2026

    How cities are changing social behaviour in urban animals

    Cities profoundly shape how animals interact with one another. A new comprehensive review by researchers at Bielefeld University shows that urbanisation alters animal social behaviour – from mate choice to group living.
  • Unrecognizable women with their backs to the Venezuelan flag
    20.01.2026

    ‘Venezuela is often discussed from a truncated perspective’

    Bielefeld academics discuss Venezuela and the current crisis. This week there will be another discussion event on US influence in Latin America and its consequences for Venezuela (20 January).
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    16.01.2026

    Future skill: Critical thinking under pressure

    A new project at Bielefeld University aims to show how pupils’ judgement can be strengthened as a competence for the future. It is being funded with 100,000 euros from the Stifterverband and the Heinz Nixdorf Foundation as part of the ‘Futureversities’ programme.
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