On 1 February, three brand new Advanced Study Groups will begin their work. Their mere titles suggest that 2026 will be an exciting year at the Institute!
CogSec-Camp: Cognitive Security on Campus
Rising geopolitical tensions and disinformation campaigns make safeguarding research integrity more urgent than ever. Universities today are therefore not only centres of learning, but they are also part of the global security landscape.
CogSec-Camp: Cognitive Security on Campus | The Pufendorf Institute for Advanced Studies
Anomalous Agenda
Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) have fascinated humanity for centuries, ranging from mysterious lights in the sky to sensor data and close encounters that defy conventional explanation. Such events challenge our understanding of nature, technology, and even our place in the universe.
Anomalous Agenda | The Pufendorf Institute for Advanced Studies
Interconnections within STEAM
Science and art might seem worlds apart, but what happens when they join forces? How can these disciplines truly collaborate - not just coexist - to spark new ideas and transform research?
Interconnections within STEAM | The Pufendorf Institute for Advanced Studies
More in common than one might think
Despite their very different research questions, the Advanced Study Groups share a curiosity‑driven approach and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. It is no coincidence that the Pufendorf Institute is their “home”: this is where ideas are allowed to grow before they become projects ready for conventional research funding. It is also where researchers can meet without the pressure of deliverables.