In KIT these scientists work in fields of competence depending on their expert know-how. Related fields of competence are bundled in areas of competence. Fields of Competence and Areas of Competence make up the Competence Portfolio of KIT. It is dynamic and develops and takes up new scientific topics.
While the Competence Portfolio is the basis of KIT research, KIT centers and KIT focuses are organizational units that bundle research projects. These projects give KIT research its profile and allow for the strategic planning of KIT research.
Research is organized according to the Research Programs of the Helmholtz Association and the 11 University Departments.
Within the Excellence Initiative, KIT succeeded in all three lines of funding. This includes the graduate school KSOP and the cluster of excellence CFN. Federal and state ministries also support the Concept for the Future for the foundation of KIT.
KIT scientists receive about 30% of the total budget from third party funded research projects, which are often interdisplinary in nature.
For more information, please contact the KIT Research Department.
