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04/13/2026

16.04.2026: Service partially restricted until 10.30 a.m.

On Thursday, April 16, the service in the Emil-Figge-Bibliothek and the Sebrath-Bibliothek will be partially restricted in the morning.
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04/07/2026

Basics of Scientific Publishing - via Zoom

On April 30, Dr. Kathrin Höhner will give a compact online overview of key aspects of academic publishing.
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03/30/2026

Opening hours Easter 2026

All library locations as well as learning sites will be closed from Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6. We will be back for you from Tuesday, April 7!
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03/23/2026

From 27.3.: Noise development due to fire protection work in the Emil-Figge-Bibliothek

Due to necessary work on the fire protection supply, there will be increased noise in the Emil-Figge-Bibliothek from Friday, March 27.
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03/20/2026

Until Sunday, 22.3.: Construction work and noise in the Emil-Figge-Bibliothek

Due to work that cannot be postponed in the Emil-Figge-Bibliothek, increased noise pollution is to be expected up to and including Sunday, March 22.
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03/19/2026

Scanning with your own Smartphone

The new scan tent makes it easy to scan documents and books. You don't have to hold your cell phone in your hand.
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03/17/2026

Library à la Carte: New Information Service from the Library

The University Library introduces researchers to topics such as literature research with AI or the best ways to publish open access.
02/26/2026

63rd Patent Seminar "Advantage through Patent Information"

The 63rd patent seminar will take place on Tuesday, March 10 2026 in seminar room E21/23, Mechanical Engineering I building.
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02/21/2026

Saturday, 28.2.: Emil-Figge-Bibliothek opens at 1 p.m.

Due to maintenance work, the Emil-Figge-Bibliothek will not open until 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 28.
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