Together at the forefront:
Our interdisciplinary
research program

Our research activities are directly related to society and culture, as digital media and entertainment products are of great importance to all of us today. Our work focuses on new methods for the creation and interpretation of images, video, music and sound as well as the automated annotation and analysis of media content.

In particular, we pursue the goal of intensive transfer with cultural and creative professionals from the region in order to give new ideas sufficient space.

Why our approach
is visionary

Three universities - one building

The participating institutions promote research from three perspectives: scientific, artistic and applied.

Work in mixed teams

We all work in one building. The mix of our skills in collaboration with creative professionals boosts invention and innovation.

Always at the cutting edge of technology: hardware and software

Our research laboratories allow the production of digital music and media products at the highest level.

OUR FIELDS
OF RESEARCH

DIGITAL
MEDIAPRODUCTION

Research in the field of digital media production focuses on virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), with the emphasis on immersive and interactive virtual environments and the merging of the digital and physical worlds. New production processes, visualisation options and the effects of VR and AR on users are researched.

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Komposition & Sounddesign

This area deals with technologies for analyzing and composing music, including the development of software and computer-based instruments. The field of film informatics focuses on the creation, analysis and distribution of film and video content using technologies for editing, animation, special effects and sound design.

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DIGITAL HUMANITIES,
MUSIC AND MEDIA EDITION

Research activities in this area focus on image and sound manipulation, automated annotation and new data processing methods. Human-centred design and human-computer interaction play a central role here.

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Shortly before the end?

THESES AND DOCTORATES
WITH US

Are you about to write your thesis and want to combine theory and practice? Then we are your partner. We will accompany you on your journey to research current issues and trends in the music and media environment. Just get in touch.