We regularly offer topics for Bachelor´s and Master´s Theses in varying fields of research. Theses are usually linked to larger research projects which allows students to gain broader insights and provide a solid research framework and often also a larger data base. The focus of the works varies between theses and can range from field- to lab-focused or pure data analyses.

Topics for Bachelor´s Theses at Uni Ulm are assigned centrally. If you are interested in doing your Master´s Theses with us, contact us via email: ecosystem_resilience(a)uni-ulm.de. Indicate you field of interest and when you would like to conduct your thesis work.

If you are interested in one of the following general research fields, inquire by email whether there is an open topic available:

• Biodiversity patterns of different taxonomic groups including different insect groups, birds, mammals and fungi
• Patterns and drivers of decomposition of wood, litter or carrion
• Importance of biodiversity for ecosystem functioning, e.g. the role of insects and fungi for decomposition processes

In addition, we have the following open Master´s These projects for the winter semester 2026/27 and the summer semester 2027:

• Effects of climate on growth rates of different wood-decomposing fungal species: as part of the EU-project BIOCOMP and based on a climate chamber experiment. The work involves lab work to identify fungal communities via metabarcoding and statistical analyses.
• Habitat requirements of the Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) in the Naturpark Nagelfluhkette: co-supervised by the Naturpark staff, this project tries to improves our understanding of the habitat-associated drivers of Apollo populations which can help to improve conservation strategies. This project relies strongly on field work in alpine terrain (own car required).