Welcome to the webpage of the GRK 2905 (english: Research Training Group RTG 2905). Here you will find all information about upcoming events and latest news. It will be located in the globally unique interdisciplinary environment of the newly emerging research center RUN (Regensburg Center for Ultrafast Nanoscopy).
The RTG 2905 offers a variety of events during the semester, including colloquia, special lecture series, seminars, and workshops. Our mission is to connect students and researchers with the latest scientific developments in ultrafast nanoscopy. All colloquia and special lecture series take place during the semester on Fridays at 2:00 pm in the RUN Auditorium. Seminars also take place regularly. Rooms and times may vary, so please check the announcements for details.

  • Attosecond STM – Sonja Lingl wins Tingye Li Innovation Prize
    Attosecond STM – Sonja Lingl wins Tingye Li Innovation Prize

    A team of RUN researchers presented their latest breakthroughs at the CLEO Conference and exhibition 2026, which took place in Charlotte (USA) from May 17 to 21. The event showcased key advances in terahertz research, ranging from fundamental science to cutting-edge technology. RTG member and doctoral researcher Sonja Lingl introduced the fastest atomic-resolution microscope ever…

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  • Oliver Graydon, PhD, Chief Editor of Nature Photonics,  visits the RUN
    Oliver Graydon, PhD, Chief Editor of Nature Photonics, visits the RUN

    On Monday, April 20, 2026, Oliver Graydon, chief editor of Nature Photonics, will visit the RUN. In addition to scientific discussions and lab tours, a highlight of his visit will be his lecture on “The Role of AI in scientific publishing.” For more information, click here.

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  • Attosecond STM – Katharina Glöckl wins ‘Best Student Talk’ award
    Attosecond STM – Katharina Glöckl wins ‘Best Student Talk’ award

    A team of RUN researchers presented their latest breakthroughs at the 11th International Conference on Optical Terahertz Science and Technology (OTST 2026), which took place in Durham (USA) from April 12 to 17. The event showcased key advances in terahertz research, ranging from fundamental science to cutting-edge technology. RTG associate member and doctoral researcher Katharina…

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  • Second RTG offsite workshop in Rötz
    Second RTG offsite workshop in Rötz

    The second RTG offsite workshop took place in Rötz from March 23 to 25, 2026. The doctoral students and principal investigators gathered for three days of engaging presentations, lively discussions, and a beautiful scenic hike in the Bavarian Forest. Highlights included presentations by our invited speakers Dr. Hanieh Fattahi (MPI Erlangen, Germany), Dr. Nathalie Lenke…

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  • A quantum leap in optical microscopy
    A quantum leap in optical microscopy

    Using a conventional tabletop mid-infrared laser, we observed optical signals modulated on Ångström length scales. These signatures stem from light emission from tunneling currents flowing between the most frontier atom of a metallic tip and a sample surface and are driven by the oscillating electric field of the laser light.This tunneling-mediated contrast emerges under relatively…

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  • Visual communication workshop
    Visual communication workshop

    On May 21, our young researchers came together in a joint event with the CRC 1277 for a one-day Seyens method workshop on visual communication, led by Dr. Jernej Zupanc. Following preparatory online sessions, the in-person event focused on practical training to improve how we present our research. Through hands-on exercises using our own slides,…

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Upcoming Events

11
June
2026

RTG Colloquium: Alice Kunin

Princeton University Venue: RUN Auditorium

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19
June
2026

RTG Colloquium: Bruno Schuler

Empa, Switzerland Venue: RUN Auditorium

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03
July
2026