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HGS MathComp - Where Methods Meet Applications

The Heidelberg Graduate School of Mathematical and Computational Methods for the Sciences (HGS MathComp) at Heidelberg University is one of the leading graduate schools in Germany focusing on the complex topic of Scientific Computing. Located in a vibrant research environment, the school offers a structured interdisciplinary education for PhD students. The program supports students in pursuing innovative PhD projects with a strong application-oriented focus, ranging from mathematics, computer science, bio/life-sciences, physics, and chemical engineering sciences to cultural heritage. A strong focus is put on the mathematical and computational foundations: the theoretical underpinnings and computational abstraction and conception.

HGS MathComp Principal Investigators are leading experts in their fields, working on projects that combine mathematical and computational methodology with topical research issues. Individual mentoring for PhD candidates and career development programs ensure that graduates are fully equipped to take up top positions in industry and academia.

Upcoming Events [see all...]

13.05.2026
14:00 - 16:00
Key Competences
Scientific publishing: Who pays for access to research?
Seminar

Speaker: Charlotte Bultel (Sorbonne University, France) • Zuza Wiorogorska (University of Warsaw, Poland)
Location: Online
Registration: Please register on the event website
Organizer: 4EU+ European University Alliance
ECTS: not yet determined
The movement for open science is transforming the academic world. In response, our 4EU+ training programme meets the growing demand for transparency, reproducibility, and collaboration by exploring a broad range of practices, such as open peer review, FAIR and open data, open software, and citizen science. In 2026, we invite you to explore the basics of open science in our introductory webinars followed by six specialized workshops between March and June.

ECTS subject to overall workload completed within the workshop series (please provide certificates after the program).

The traditional publishing model requires researchers to publish in journals that charge readers for access. But are there alternative publishing models that make research openly available? And does open access always mean paying to publish? This lecture will present the main scholarly publishing models, their advantages and limitations, and will provide an overview of authors’ rights and obligations in the context of open access.
 
20.05.2026
09:30 - 11:30
Key Competences
Networks and Societies: Professional networking for (young) scientists in STEM
Compact Courses

Speaker: Dr. Michael Winckler • IWR, Heidelberg University
Location: Mathematikon • Conference Room, Room 5/104, 5th Floor • Im Neuenheimer Feld 205, 69120 Heidelberg
Registration: Please register via this form
Organizer: HGS MathComp
ECTS: 0.5
Professional networking is an increasingly important aspect of academic life and career development. Beyond facilitating contact with peers and collaborators, networks support the identification of new research partners, the exchange of ideas, and access to professional opportunities within and beyond academia. In the context of a rapidly evolving digital and institutional landscape, the strategic development and maintenance of professional networks has become an essential academic skill.

This workshop introduces participants to two complementary forms of professional networking: business-oriented digital platforms (e.g., LinkedIn and Xing) and professional or disciplinary societies (e.g., DMV and SIAM). Participants will examine the specific functions and potential benefits of these networking structures, compare their respective strengths and limitations, and reflect on their relevance for different professional goals.
The workshop will address the following questions:
• What distinguishes business-oriented online networks from professional and disciplinary societies?
• How can these structures be used effectively for academic collaboration and professional visibility?
• What are practical first steps for building and maintaining a professional network as a scientist?
The workshop is designed for early-career researchers and scientists who wish to develop a more strategic approach to networking in support of research collaborations, project development, and future career planning.
 
20.05.2026
13:00 - 14:00
Upstream Lunch Break
Networking

Speaker: TBA
Location: Mathematikon • Room 5/200, 5th Floor • Im Neuenheimer Feld 205, 69120 Heidelberg
Organizer: UPSTREAM – The Network for Women in Science, Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science at Heidelberg University
ECTS: 0
The Upstream program is aimed at female mathematicians and scientists at all stages of their education, from pupils and students to doctoral candidates. Postdocs and professors will also find a lively network here, where the focus is on exchanging ideas about studying and careers in the STEM subjects.

The heart of Upstream is our monthly lunch break, which takes place every third Wednesday during the semester. We meet in the Common Room on the 5th floor of the Mathematikon and enjoy our lunch together. A delicious dessert is provided by us. We plan our future events, talk to guests from science or industry or simply chat about our studies.