Society and research in dialogue
Would you like to engage with the citizens in Bochum, explain your research and learn about the perspectives others bring to your field of research? Then “Let's talk! Wissenschaft direkt – LIVE!” (“Let's talk! Science direct – LIVE!”) is the perfect opportunity for you!
The event format “Let's talk! Science up close” returns on September 25, 2026. This year, it will take place in person and will be embedded within “Geistesblitz Bochum - das Wissensfestival rund um das Haus des Wissens”, organized by UniverCity.
Let's talk! is an event format of the RUB Knowledge Transfer Network bringing together researchers from RUB and interested citizens of Bochum of all ages for personal and meaningful conversations. In short, bilateral discussions of 30 minutes each, you will provide insights into your current research, discuss specific questions from participants, and gain fresh perspectives on your area of expertise.
To make this format a success, we are looking for engaging research topics that fit the theme “From yesterday to the future”.
Are you working on a topic that connects with this theme? Then we would be delighted to welcome your participation!
As a researcher, this format offers you the opportunity to increase the visibility of your work, inspire others with your enthusiasm for your research, and practice communicating science to non specialist audiences.This can be particularly valuable for researchers in the early stages of their careers. By participating, you contribute to shaping science as a dialogue-based process while gaining insights into how people outside academia perceive your research and field of study.
You are free to choose the format of the exchange, for example short impulse, experiments, informal discussion. However, we encourage you to leave sufficient time during the 30-minute session for questions and discussions with your conversation partner. You may offer up to three appointments.
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“Let’s talk! Wissenschaft direkt – live” is an event format of the RUB Knowledge Transfer Network. The event enables a straightforward one-on-one exchange between researchers at our university and the public. As part of the event “Geistesblitz Bochum – das Wissensfestival rund um das Haus des Wissens” on September 25, 2026, citizens are invited to learn about RUB research and discuss their questions with RUB researchers in 30-minute one-on-one sessions. Researchers are free to choose the format of the conversation, for ecample a short introduction, exhibits, an informal discussion.
We are looking for exciting research topics that fit under the motto “Von Gestern Richtung Zukunft” (“From Yesterday Toward the Future.” Are you working on such a topic? Then we would be delighted if you take this opportunity to present your work to interested participants, discuss it with them, and answer their questions.
The Knowledge Transfer Network was initiated in 2023 and is open to all those at RUB who are interested in learning about current transfer projects and initiatives, and in exchanging experiences in knowledge transfer across disciplines. Occasionally, the network also works on joint topics or the implementation of projects – such as organizing transfer events.
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The event "Let's talk! Science up close – LIVE" is organized by the RUB Knowledge Transfer Network. We take care of all event-related information, including the website, booking system, event marketing, and communication with interested participants.
Let's talk! – because shared knowledge creates greater impact.
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On November 6, 2025, "Let's talk! Science up close" took place for the first time, and we are pleased to look back on a successful premiere: Online, RUB researchers met representatives from businesses, public institutions, and civil society organizations from across the region to get to know one another, exchange perspectives, and discuss specific questions.
