Prof. Römer runs six Workshops at ThinkTank OWL "Denkbar": AI-Supported Planning under Uncertainty (May-July, 2026)

From May to July 2026, QUAMU is partnering with the ThinkTank OWL for a six-part regional workshop series across the Ostwestfalen-Lippe (OWL) region. Focused on "AI-supported planning under uncertainty," these interactive sessions address why forecasts alone are often not enough and how AI applications support companies in making secure decisions despite an uncertain data situation.

Workshop Schedule:
May 19 - Detmold 
May 21 - Gütersloh
June 16 - Paderborn
June 25 - Löhne
July 7 - Minden
July 9 - Bielefeld

IMW Homecoming Seminar (June 18, 2026)

Organized by Prof. Schmeck, the Center for Mathematical Economics (IMW) cordially invites all interested students and researchers to our next Homecoming Seminar.

This event provides a great opportunity to connect with alumni, gain industry insights, and explore potential career paths.

Prof. Schmeck at the DGVFM Workshop: "Science Meets Practice" (June 11-12, 2026)

This workshop provides a central platform for knowledge exchange between academic researchers and actuarial professionals. It focuses on translating the latest academic findings in financial mathematics and risk modeling into practical applications, ensuring that advanced models for quantifying uncertainty can be directly utilized in the insurance and finance sectors.

Further Information: DGVFM Event Page

Actuary Education at Bielefeld University (Prof. Schmeck)

For students aiming for a professional career as an actuary, specific academic courses completed at Bielefeld University can be directly credited toward the official certification by the German Actuarial Association (DAV). This provides a seamless transition from academic studies to industry practice.

Details on creditability: Actuary Education Info

Prof. Wicker at the Committee on Tourism of the German Bundestag (September 25, 2024)

In connection with her leadership of the evaluation study for UEFA EURO 2024, Prof. Wicker was invited as an expert witness to the Committee on Tourism of the German Bundestag. The public hearing was held on the topic of 'Major Sporting Events as Tourism Magnets' and also reviewed the experiences of the European Football Championship in Germany. Prof. Wicker had prepared a statement in advance and provided information to the committee on the findings of the still ongoing evaluation study.

Prof. Wicker at the Sports Committee of the German Bundestag (December 4, 2024)

At the invitation of Chairman Frank Ullrich, Prof. Wicker presented the results of the evaluation study on UEFA EURO 2024 to the Sports Committee of the German Bundestag. She reported on the study's findings regarding the ecological, economic, and social sustainability of the European Football Championship in Germany. Other expert witnesses in attendance included DFB President Bernd Neuendorf and Markus Stenger (former Managing Director of EURO 2024 GmbH). This session marks the conclusion of the "EURO Year," on which occasion the Federal Government presented its final report on the measures related to the tournament. The corresponding press release is available on the website of the Federal Ministry of the Interior and Community (BMI). All reports from the evaluation study are available for download on the project website.
 

Prof. Fuchs, Prof. Adam and Prof. Deutscher announce the new upcoming study "WM-Fieber" (May, 2026)

QUAMU researchers Christiane Fuchs, Timo Adam, and Christian Deutscher are launching "WM-Fieber" (World Cup Fever), a new study exploring the dynamics of the World Cup.
Building on the success of last year's research, the team will officially introduce the new project at a press conference on May 28th.

Watch the summary of the preceding study, "Fußball-Fieber", on YouTube.

Prof. Frank Riedel and Josephine Fandrich at Wissenwerstatt Bielefeld (March 01, 2025)

At the "Wissenshappen: Klima" event at the Wissenswerkstadt Bielefeld Prof. Frank Riedel and Josephine Fandrich present interactive insights into the impacts of climate change. Visitors can rotate through engaging stations to discuss and learn about weather forecasting, climate tipping points, and the intersection of climate and the economy. This free, open-format event offered a unique opportunity to explore complex scientific concepts directly with researchers in short, accessible sessions.

Prof. Frank Riedel at Radio Bielefeld (October 7, 2024)

On 7 October 2024, Prof. Dr. Frank Riedel was featured on Radio Bielefeld’s talk format Liebold Live – Der Talk am Montag. The episode offers listeners the opportunity to hear the full conversation with him, now available as a Spotify podcast.

Prof. Wicker at the Football for Sustainability Summit in Berlin (July 11-12, 2024)

During the final week of the UEFA EURO 2024 tournament, sustainability in football was discussed as part of various program items at the inaugural Football for Sustainability Summit. Participants included (inter)national representatives from the fields of sports, politics, media, and science. In this context, Prof. Wicker reported on the initial results of the UEFA EURO 2024 evaluation study and gave interviews to ZDF, 3SAT, and Deutschlandfunk.

Prof. Wicker at 10. Sport Conference in Cologne (November 9, 2023)

Prof. Wicker was invited by the sports editorial team of Deutschlandfunk to a panel discussion as part of the 10th Cologne Sports Conference in the Chamber Music Hall of Deutschlandfunk. The conference addressed the topic "The EURO 2024 – a sustainable summer fairytale?", where Prof. Wicker, as project lead of the evaluation study for UEFA EURO 2024, highlighted aspects of ecological, economic, and social sustainability. The entire event is available here in audio format : https://www.deutschlandfunk.de/euro-2024-sommermaerchen-100.html.