Here you can see the webcast of the BMW Group Press Conference at the Auto Shanghai 2025 rising organically from the forest floor to dissolve into the surrounding parkland Designed in collaboration with Vikár és Lukács Építész Stúdió the project replaces the existing museum in Budapest and aligns with the government’s vision of transforming Debrecen into a regional center for education and culture by 2030 In the winning proposal by the international design firm BIG visitors approach the Hungarian Natural History Museum via winding forest paths and open plazas The southern entrance plaza anchors the project serving as a vibrant public space for community events and museum programming a central reception hall connects five permanent galleries and a temporary exhibition wing a library and restaurant offer views into the forest canopy while a subterranean learning hub hosts research labs provide habitats for local flora and fauna extending the park across the building’s surface and reinforcing its ecological mission ‘We envisioned the Hungarian Natural History Museum as an integrated part of its environment both shaped by and shaping the landscape around it the building features a facade of locally sourced charred timber panels that emerge from the ground blurring the lines between architecture and wilderness The museum draws on the thermal mass of the ground and integrates on-site energy systems including geothermal loops and photovoltaic panels to ensure a stable indoor climate year-round the building restores and enhances it – regenerating biodiversity while quietly adapting to its surroundings,’ explains Hanna Johansson BIG wins the international competition to design the Hungarian Natural History Museum the 23,000-square-meter museum emerges as a trio of overlapping landscaped ribbons emerging from the historic Great Forest’s floor the southern entrance plaza anchors the project a mass timber structure clad in locally sourced charred wood the central reception hall connects five permanent galleries and a temporary exhibition wing exhibition spaces are arranged in a radial layout a subterranean learning hub hosts research labs the project replaces the existing museum in Budapest architect: BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group | @big_builds AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style supporting the government's vision to establish Debrecen as a regional hub for education and culture by 2030 Commissioned by the Museum and the Ministry of Culture and Innovation the new building will house permanent and temporary exhibition halls New Hungarian Natural History Museum in Debrecen . Image © BIG Our design is conceived as an intersection of paths and lineages Intersecting ribbons of landscape overlap to produce a series of niches and habitats the intimate and the mastodontic in seamless continuity The result is a manmade hill in a forest clearing; geometrically clear yet softly organic - an appropriate home for the wonders of the natural world Related Article BIG Unveils Design for Kosovo’s First Opera House with Undulating Photovoltaic Roof You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email 32 teams - 16 men and 16 women - will take to Kossuth Square in Debrecen for the FIBA 3x3 Olympic Qualifying Tournament where countries will try and secure the last three quotas per gender As with the previous FIBA 3x3 Universality Olympic Tournaments the eight men's and eight women's teams have been seeded based on their FIBA world ranking points and divided into four pools of four teams: Pool A The competition will begin with a round robin where teams in each pool will play each other once The top two teams after pool play will advance to the quarter-finals with a place in the semi-finals on the line for the winners The final then awaits the winners of the semis with the losers set to battle it out in a third-place play-off The three teams that finish on the podium in first second and third place will obtain a quota for Paris 2024 National Olympic Committees have the exclusive authority for the representation of their respective teams at the Olympic Games and athletes' participation at Paris 2024 depends on their NOC selecting them to represent their delegation Click here to see the official qualification system for each sport. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FIBA3x3 (@fiba3x3) All times are in Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) There will be no geo-restrictions in place iX3 Home » BMW’s Debrecen Plant Hits Major Milestone in BMW iX3 Neue Klasse Rollout BMW Group’s new production plant in Debrecen, Hungary is now producing test vehicles of the upcoming BMW iX3 Neue Klasse model preparing for full-scale production set to begin in late 2025 Latest photos from Hungary show a series of pre-production iX3 crossover being rolled out The Debrecen plant is the newest facility in the global network for BMW and with the latest manufacturing technology The production processes incorporate proven and tested structural innovations from existing BMW plants The facility utilizes a refined version of the “finger” or “comb” structure first developed at BMW’s Leipzig plant in 2005 enabling direct and efficient delivery of parts Debrecen boasts the highest direct-supply ratio in BMW’s production network with up to 80% of parts arriving directly at the line from both sides Further inspiration came from BMW’s Plant Lydia in China the group’s first entirely virtually planned plant Debrecen replicated Lydia’s assembly line layout and conveyor systems facilitating rapid deployment of proven technologies A digital quality-check system, currently implemented in Debrecen, allows quality assessments directly on the production line. Following its debut in Hungary, this system will be expanded to other BMW facilities, beginning with the Munich plant in 2026, which will build the BMW i3 Neue Klasse sedan The Debrecen plant will also be the first BMW automobile facility operating entirely without fossil fuels in its regular production cycle BMW Group plans a gradual increase in production capacity First units are expected to be delivered in Europe by the end of the year while the U.S market will have to wait until Spring 2026 More from iX3 2025 BMWBLOG | Change consent Welcome to www.automotivelogistics.media. This site uses cookies. Read our policy By 2025-04-01T15:12:00+01:00 BMW’s Debrecen plant is using digitalisation and just-in-sequence delivery to speed towards series production of the iX3 BMW Group Plant Debrecen in Hungary is quickly moving towards series production of the BMW iX3 The OEM is adopting in-plant logistics innovations including digital tools and just-in-sequence delivery to develop the plant and reach assembly launch.  BMW Group Plant Debrecen is set to reach series production of the iX3 by the end of this year which was developed specifically for Plant Leipzig BMW will allow supply parts and preassembled modules to be transported directly to the assembly lines Up to 80% of parts can be delivered directly in Debrecen – a record proportion and the highest ratio in BMW’s production network The structure allows subsequent extension and the integration of further assembly steps Read more: BMW’s Michael Nikolaides on a localised, digital supply chain The plant has also been developed using digital tools to simulate its operations ahead of its completion BMW said that Plant Lydia in China was an inspiration for this the Chinese plant was the first BMW site to be completely planned and simulated in the virtual world from the outset The shop floor for the assembly line and complete conveyor system in Debrecen are set up identically so that the technology was available quickly and already tried and tested “Our highly efficient and ergonomic assembly line immediately started running without any issues,” said Hans-Peter Kemser managing director of BMW Group Plant Debrecen “We achieved this thanks to virtual planning and tests as well as the outstanding collaboration between our new highly motivated employees in Debrecen and our experts within the BMW Group’s global production network.” BMW has been ramping up its use of digital tools, with its Plant Dingolfing having recently improved packaging efficiency through AI-powered container management. Read more on BMW Debrecen’s modular assembly innovations on our sister site, AMS Discover how OEMs use data to boost supply chain visibility meet regulations and mitigate risk across global automotive networks and collaboration as a cornerstone of supply chain competitiveness PSA has moved 10m containers through its terminal at Tuas port in Singapore and is using a range of digital technology to automate processes for greater efficiency Site powered by Webvision Cloud The University of Debrecen’s Faculty of Informatics, in collaboration with the University of Florida and Seoul National University, is spearheading an innovative digital twin framework aimed at revolutionizing road safety and traffic management. The project titled Fraternity is supported by a grant of 400 million forints from the HU-rizont programme, as announced by the university’s press office. The initiative, officially called Cooperative Environment for Testing Autonomous Vehicles, is one of 30 projects funded under the HU-rizont programme, which allocates 12 billion forints for research in Hungarian higher education institutions transitioning to new operational models. The programme was launched in November by Hungary’s Minister for Culture and Innovation Balázs Hankó during a visit to the University of Debrecen. The digital twin framework will simulate various traffic scenarios, allowing researchers to model potential road conditions and improve systems that cater to both urban and high-speed environments. It also aims to test solutions that can mitigate traffic congestion and prioritize vulnerable road users like pedestrians, cyclists, and scooter riders. The Fraternity project benefits from the expertise of two prestigious international partners: the University of Florida, renowned for its focus on artificial intelligence, algorithm development, reinforcement learning, and large language model applications; and Seoul National University, experienced in developing intelligent transportation software and coordinating emerging technologies. They also maintain close ties with Hungary’s national road management company (Magyar Közút Nzrt). Scientific advisor at the Faculty of Informatics Do Van Tien highlighted the practical potential of the project, ‘This framework could soon allow companies producing intelligent software to conduct necessary tests within our system. The ultimate goal is to reduce development costs and foster collaboration among industry players working on innovative transportation solutions.’ The project envisions a future where real-time ITS data and driver-assistive messages enhance safety and traffic flow. Beyond software testing, the digital twin framework could transform urban and intercity transportation by offering scalable solutions for a wide range of scenarios. With this pioneering collaboration, the University of Debrecen solidifies its role as a leader in intelligent mobility research, setting the stage for safer, more efficient transportation systems globally. Hungarian Conservative is a quarterly magazine on contemporary political, philosophical and cultural issues from a conservative perspective. 25 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Nyiregyhaza Spartacus FC won 1–0 over Debrecen on Fri Predicted lineups are available for the match a few days in advance while the actual lineup will be available about an hour ahead of the match The current head to head record for the teams are Nyiregyhaza Spartacus FC 2 win(s) Have scored 12 goals in their last 5 matches 25 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT?Nyiregyhaza Spartacus FC won 1–0 over Debrecen on Fri 25 Apr 2025 18:00:00 GMT.InsightsHave scored 1 goals in their last 5 matches Nyiregyhaza Spartacus FC is playing home against Debrecen at Varosi Stadion on Fri schedule and how to watch the action liveFIBA 3x3 World Tour action continues after the highs of the 2024 Europe Cup with competition winners Vienna leading the field set to compete in Hungary Here’s what you need to know about the event streaming live on Olympics.com Picture by 2024 Getty ImagesBy Chloe MerrellCan Vienna replicate their winning form after storming to victory at the Europe Cup Vienna will be looking to hold onto that winning energy as they open their campaign in Hungary as the number three seed but there will be plenty looking to get back on top Find out below the full competition schedule and where you can watch all the action from Hungary live. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FIBA 3x3 WORLD TOUR (@3x3wt) Hungary’s economy is set to receive a significant boost as BMW prepares to launch mass production at its Debrecen factory this autumn According to Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó all necessary infrastructure and equipment are now in place paving the way for the German automaker’s first-ever production run of an entirely electric vehicle at the site and Head of the Debrecen plant Hans-Peter Kemser Szijjártó highlighted that BMW’s global focus is currently on Debrecen ‘The success of the Debrecen plant is critical for the entire BMW Group during this revolutionary period in the automotive industry where the transition to electric mobility is the key challenge,’ he stated The factory’s launch is expected to have a significant economic impact not just for Hungary but for the entire region Szijjártó stressed that BMW’s expansion will generate further investments in education and workforce development particularly at the University of Debrecen and local vocational training institutions which play a crucial role in supplying skilled labour to the company BMW already employs over 2,000 people in Hungary job opportunities are expected to increase further The Hungarian government has fulfilled all commitments related to infrastructure development including energy supply and transportation networks Debrecen’s airport is expected to handle increased traffic due to the factory’s operations Discussions also touched on broader economic and regulatory challenges affecting the European automotive industry Szijjártó criticized recent EU decisions that have undermined the sector’s competitiveness He specifically pointed to tariffs imposed on Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers arguing that these measures have created difficulties for European automakers as well Hungary supports legal action against the European Commission’s tariff policies siding with major car manufacturers that are challenging the decision before the European Court of Justice Szijjártó also highlighted the impact of evolving global economic policies particularly the shift towards protectionism in the United States He urged EU leaders to take proactive steps to ensure Europe remains competitive in the global market rather than adopting a passive stance Hungary and BMW are committed to maintaining close cooperation on issues affecting the European automotive sector As one of the leading players in European car manufacturing Hungary sees the performance of its automotive industry as a key factor in the country’s overall economic success Hungarian Conservative is a quarterly magazine on contemporary political philosophical and cultural issues from a conservative perspective the two-time defending world junior champion produced a clean program to earn a short program personal best in Debrecen as she seeks an unprecedented third consecutive gold medal putting her within reach of becoming the first junior woman to win three straight world titles The three-time Junior Grand Prix Final winner and Gangwon 2024 Youth Olympic Games champion is no stranger to success – but even this performance on Thursday was exceptional by her standards Shimada was unerring in her jumps and spins and triple Lutz-triple toeloop combination worked in time to her music choice of "Defying Gravity" – something she seemed to do with ease on the ice coach Hamada Mie couldn't contain herself offering a big showing of emotion with her cheers and applause before giving her skater a big hug was nine-tenths higher than Shimada's previous best of 73.78 set at the Osaka Junior Grand Prix in 2023 The 16-year-old and coach Hamada both let out visible gasps of shock on seeing the high score Shimada's lead over second-placed Inga Gurgenidze of Georgia is over seven points and the Japanese has a far stronger record in the free skate than the Georgian barring a huge shock on Saturday in the free skate that Shimada will be denied her historic three-peat Georgia's Gurgenidze sits second after an impressive program of her own saw her net a personal best 67.47 more than four full points clear of her previous mark The technical elements were there for Gurgenidze but aside from lower grade of execution scores compared to Shimada the Georgian fell behind on her program components (artistry) score – more than four points of the difference between the two coming from the PCS Shimada's Japanese teammate Nakai Ami Republic of Korea skater Shin Jia finished seventh who has won the silver medal three years running fell on her opening triple Lutz-triple toeloop element and under-rotated the toeloop However, with less than five points separating Gurgenidze in second with ninth-place Stefania Gladki, the race for the medals behind Shimada is wide open. Shimada Mao exclusive: "I want to be able to win the fight within."In this exclusive interview Japan’s 16-year-old figure skating prodigy Shimada Mao shares what she has learned this season: 'It doesn't come down to performing well in competitions or being technically sound What I've come to understand is that without heart you don't stand a chance when the chips are down,' said the Gangwon 2024 Youth Olympic gold medallist BMW Group’s factory in Debrecen has officially launched TalentFactory a new dual vocational training programme designed to immerse students in real industrial environments The programme was introduced on Tuesday during a press conference held at the site with both city officials and BMW executives present CEO of BMW Manufacturing Hungary Hans-Peter Kemser emphasized that the initiative is fully integrated into the plant’s organizational structure Students participating in the programme will support actual production processes using advanced technologies and under the mentorship of experienced instructors The initiative operates under a ‘factory within the factory’ model and equipment for different technological departments of the plant These custom-made components will later be used directly in production giving students a sense of real-world impact The TalentFactory was inaugurated with a showcase of its first products including transport devices and machinery designed to move car body components and any student from the three-year vocational training programme is eligible to participate with potential annual increases of up to 100 Kemser highlighted that one of the biggest advantages of the programme is the opportunity for students to learn the latest technologies in a real manufacturing environment He expressed hopes that this initiative would serve as an example for other companies in Debrecen noting that Debrecen has built its development strategy on education for nearly 500 years He commended BMW for pushing the boundaries of dual education and helping shape the city’s innovation-driven future The mayor also touched on the automotive industry’s shift toward electric and alternative powertrains asserting that such transformation requires new talent and a steady stream of skilled young professionals to bring innovative ideas to life Chancellor of the Debrecen Vocational Training Centre Zsolt Tirpák added that vocational education has undergone a fundamental overhaul over the past decade with dual training and closer ties to industry playing a central role He also underlined the symbolic importance of BMW completing its training centre before any other part of its Debrecen investment demonstrating the priority placed on education through the creation of TalentFactory Apply now to become a torchbearer of the Milano Cortina 2026 Torch Relay Home » BMW iX3 Neue Klasse Pre-Production Starts In Debrecen It’s safe to say this is the dawn of a new era at BMW. Pre-production of Neue Klasse prototypes has kicked off at the company’s brand-new plant in Hungary. The Debrecen site will initially build an SUV to replace the outgoing iX3 Series production of vehicles for customers is on track to commence near the end of 2025 Unlike the current iX3 made exclusively in China, its replacement will transition from the omnipresent CLAR platform to Neue Klasse. It’s a dedicated electric car architecture that will also underpin a 3 Series-like EV we recently spotted testing The sedan is going to roll off the assembly line at the Munich plant in Germany at some point in 2026 Although this pre-production prototype wears a disguise, the design is already an open secret. A few days ago, revealing images of the 2026 iX3 emerged through leaked design trademarks The road-going model stays true to the concept which makes sense because BMW likely created the showcar after freezing the production vehicle’s design the old team led by Domagoj Dukec was responsible for the styling Logic tells us the more aerodynamic i3 sedan will deliver even greater autonomy BMW aims to launch at least six Neue Klasse models by 2028. The San Luis Potosi plant in Mexico will build the iX3 from 2027. Before that happens, China will get its first NK model in 2026 Debrecen has declared a war on hospital infections: according to the current state of research no one will die from sepsis induced by hospital infections in the city Rector of the University of Debrecen (DE) Zoltán Szilvássy said in a statement released on Wednesday Zoltán Szilvássy stated that researchers at the university are developing a bacteriophage (a virus that kills bacteria) which will ‘eliminate’ all antibiotic-resistant bacteria causing hospital infections locally thereby preventing such infections in all health institutions in Debrecen in the future Human research was preceded by veterinary studies a significant percentage—if not all—of the antibiotic stock is practically ineffective today this means that for example in the event of a salmonella outbreak at a poultry farm it makes a significant difference whether 60,000-80,000 chickens are slaughtered or treated no matter what kind of bacterial infection the stock has,’ the professor declared Zoltán Szilvássy further detailed that researchers at DE have been working for eight years on a unique technology that reduces the viability of harmful bacteria and silences the genes that allow them to develop resistance Food Science and Environmental Management at the university added that they found bioactive substances in plants grown and consumed in Hungary and in their by-products These have been shown to be effective even in small doses: they inhibit the development and reproduction of pathogenic bacteria and prevent the expression of genes responsible for resistance Experts suggest that this can be well combined with the so-called bacteriophage therapy Phages are beneficial viruses that can kill bacteria without side effects but often this would result in peaceful coexistence between the bacterium and the virus when the virus finds its specific bacterium researchers ‘attach a killer weapon’ to this small virus He added that this allows them to very reliably eliminate any infection caused by bacteria Researchers have already proven the therapy’s effectiveness in several experiments in various combinations the University of Debrecen’s unique innovation could help millions of animals and thousands of farmers they identify the pathogen using nucleic acid and protein detection methods which is very fast; they don’t culture for days while the livestock dies He added that if their bacteriophage library already contains a phage strain that can destroy the particular bacterium they can produce the necessary phages within a day He also noted that the University of Debrecen is the only institution in Europe with such a production licence ‘We also have the infrastructure to use the same therapy to save human lives within two years,’ the rector declared He added that in Debrecen six identified bacteria cause fatal hospital infections The first phages have been developed against these though they hope that human applications will soon begin on a large scale resulting in no one dying from hospital infections in Debrecen Further research will focus on extending the effect of narrow-spectrum phages to a broader range so that they can be deployed across the continent hereinafter referred to as the "Contracting Authority") announces a call for an international architectural design competition (hereinafter referred to as the "Design Competition") titled "The New Exhibition Building of the Hungarian Natural History Museum in Debrecen" The aim of the competition is to design a building for the museum aligned with the functions already located on site The Contracting Authority expects the submission of works to the Design Competition meeting the following criteria: - realizing a facility that will present natural science content in a forward-looking form; be able to attract visitors from home and abroad to Debrecen; be linked to the Culture Park (zoo and amusement park) and to other functions already located in the Great Forest (Nagyerdei Stadium Aquaticum);- functioning as a community space where families and people who want to learn and have fun as well as representatives of the scientific and museum professions can meet and connecting to its surroundings and serving as an open space on an everyday basis for those living in the area;- applying unique serving as a defining cultural and scientific community institution in Central Europe innovative and environmentally aware buildings in Europe providing a venue for world-class exhibitions a place satisfying the requirements of the present and the future and a venue setting museum-going trends A priority will be to exploit the potential of the proximity of the Cultural Park designing the immediate surroundings of the building to create a high-quality natural and built environment in a sustainable way The Hungarian Natural History Museum is a renowned base for scientific research and one of the most popular museums among visitors The mission of the museum is to provide usable knowledge and understanding of nature the processes taking place in our environment With a gross floor space of approximately 22,900 m2 the main function of the Exhibition Building will be to house approximately 7,200 m2 of exhibition space 2,800 m2 of office space for museum management and researchers 4,600 m2 of parking and 14,000 m2 of internal garden and outdoor space The form and nature of the Design Competition: An invitational international design competition reaching the EU threshold for the preparation of architectural design documentation for the new exhibition building of the Hungarian Natural History Museum in Debrecen which invites submissions from both Hungarian and international architects.As a result of the Design Competition the Contracting Authority wishes to conclude a design contract with the 1st prize-winning designer as a result of a negotiated procedure without prior publication of a contract notice in accordance with Article Section 98 (5) of the Public Procurement Act for the preparation of design documentation for the design of the new exhibition building of the Hungarian Natural History Museum in Debrecen The nature of the Design Competition: open during the pre-qualification phase and restricted during the invitational phase for the submission of entries.In the first phase of the procedure the Contracting Authority assesses whether the applicants are suitable to fulfill the contract and selects those who are qualified to be invited to submit a design proposal.The number of tenderers invited to the Competition Phase of the present Design Competition is 14 of which 10 are directly invited.If the directly invited tenderers submit an invalid pre-qualification application or fail to submit a pre-qualification application eligible tenderers will be invited up to the predetermined limit number of tenderers Awards of the Design CompetitionHighest prize: EUR 60 000Minimum amount of purchase price: EUR 5 000Expense reimbursement: EUR 15 000 / TendererTotal prize budget: EUR 330 000 This competition was submitted by an ArchDaily user. If you'd like to submit a competition, call for submissions or other architectural 'opportunity' please use our "Submit a Competition" form The views expressed in announcements submitted by ArchDaily users do not necessarily reflect the views of ArchDaily News Home » BMW Plant Debrecen’s Paint Shop Is Now Operational Hungary is set to kick off pre-series production by the end of this year It’s the first of its kind within the BMW Group to completely do away with fossil fuels The high-tech facility can paint as many as 30 bodies every hour in an entirely automated process No, those panels don’t belong to the Neue Klasse iX3 that’ll enter series production in 2025 at BMW Plant Debrecen BMW is doing trial runs of its three-story paint shop by using iX1 bodies We’ll remind you that the electric crossover is assembled in Regensburg There are no plans to build this smaller SUV in Hungary where only the next-generation iX3 has been confirmed thus far The paint shop spans 33,000 square meters and uses hot water heated at 65 degrees Celsius (149 degrees Fahrenheit) rather than the usual 90-120 degrees Celsius (194-248 degrees Fahrenheit) The water is used to supply the hall ventilation systems that provide a temperature of 22 degrees Celsius (71.6 degrees Fahrenheit) in the spray booths The spray booth uses up to 90% recirculating air as only 10% has to be temperature controlled and humidified The whole BMW Plant Debrecen site will cover more than 400 hectares and is going to have an annual production capacity of 150,000 cars. It’ll become the company’s first carbon-neutral assembly factory and will include a battery assembly facility. The latter will put together Gen6 packs with round cells which promise a 20% boost in energy density compared to Gen5 prismatic cells The BMW Plant Debrecen has been in the works since June 2022 when the foundation stone was laid. More than €2 billion are being invested in the site, including the aforementioned battery assembly site. Additional models beyond the iX3 have not been announced, but we’ve been hearing reports of an iX4 It would make sense to build the electric crossover-coupe at the same site The swoopy derivative is expected to arrive after 2026 More from News The University of Toronto is home to some of the world’s top faculty U of T Celebrates recognizes their award-winning accomplishments chief of research at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and professor in the department of molecular genetics in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine has received the Debrecen Award for Molecular Medicine Presented by the University of Debrecen in Hungary the award recognizes scientists who have made significant advancements in the field of molecular medicine and whose pioneering research has had a profound impact on modern patient care.  the director of the Centre for Applied Genomics and senior scientist in the genetics and genome biology program at SickKids was recognized for his contributions to the discovery of genome-wide copy number variation and its role in influencing genes implicated in numerous medical conditions particularly autism spectrum disorder (ASD).  “I am deeply grateful to the University of Debrecen for this award and remain dedicated to deciphering the complexities of the human genome both for the advancement of genomic research and for the ultimate goal of enhancing patient care,” says Scherer who is also the director of the McLaughlin Centre at Temerty president and CEO of SickKids and professor of molecular genetics at Temerty said Scherer's work has had a "profound impact" on the scientific community and patients around the world. "His scientific leadership and commitment to translational research to support clinical diagnostics and therapeutic development has not only bolstered our institution’s global reputation in genomic science but also underpins our Precision Child Health movement," Cohn said.  The Faculty of Informatics at the University of Debrecen (DE) is introducing a groundbreaking elective course The 13-week programme will provide participants with a broad understanding of AI fundamentals and practical applications across multiple disciplines According to the university’s announcement the course is open to students from any faculty It does not require prior programming knowledge or IT background making it accessible to a wide audience interested in AI technology The programme covers a diverse range of fields allowing participants to engage with AI concepts from various perspectives ‘The primary focus will be on processes where AI plays a significant role,’ stated Dean of the Faculty of Informatics András Hajdu He emphasized that the course is designed to go beyond basic AI tool usage offering deeper insights that can be integrated into daily professional tasks and academic research Participants will also explore how AI can assist in thesis writing and scientific studies Hajdu highlighted that the convergence of different disciplines is inevitable and AI serves as a crucial link in collaborative innovations The course aims to equip participants with practical and theoretical knowledge to effectively apply AI in their respective fields the course also seeks to raise public awareness about the advantages and potential applications of AI technology Topics include everyday AI use—such as smartphone assistants and self-driving cars—alongside more advanced subjects like supervised and unsupervised learning One of the key aspects of this initiative is its inclusivity The programme welcomes participants from any academic background reinforcing the idea that AI literacy is becoming essential across all sectors By offering an accessible and comprehensive learning experience the University of Debrecen is fostering a new generation of professionals who can harness the power of AI in their respective fields This initiative marks a significant step in integrating AI education into a broader academic framework ensuring that more individuals gain the necessary skills to navigate the rapidly evolving digital landscape In what many are calling a historic moment for Jewish life in eastern Hungary the city of Debrecen will soon be home to a new mikveh (ritual bath) after Mayor László Papp transferred a substantial property in the heart of the city's Jewish quarter to the local community The announcement comes as Hungarian Jews mark 80 years since the Holocaust devastated what was once a vibrant community in Hungary's second-largest city "This represents more than just a building project," Rabbi Shmuel Faigen told reporters after receiving the keys to the property this week The 1,000-square-meter property on Bajcsy-Zsilinszki Street adjacent to Debrecen's main Orthodox synagogue previously housed a school before falling into disuse several commercial developers had expressed interest in the prime real estate "Many businesses wanted this location," Rabbi Faigen explained "but the mayor understood its significance for our community He saw it as closing a historical circle." Debrecen's pre-war Jewish population was largely destroyed during the Holocaust when most residents were deported to Nazi death camps Those who returned after the war maintained a much smaller community under communist rule using an aging mikveh that dated back to before World War II that facility had deteriorated beyond repair Since becoming Debrecen's rabbi five years ago has prioritized finding a suitable location for a new mikveh The search was complicated by limited available space in the city center's historical Jewish quarter Hungary's Chief Rabbi Shlomo Köves noted that the facility will serve not only local Jews but also thousands of Jewish visitors who come to the region each year Many make pilgrimages to the nearby grave of Rabbi Shayale of Kerestir located about an hour's drive from Debrecen "The timing couldn't be better," Rabbi Köves said "A new direct flight route from Israel to Debrecen is scheduled to begin operations in May which will significantly increase Jewish tourism to the area." Construction is set to begin before Passover next month with completion expected within two years at an estimated cost of 2 million euros The project has gained attention as part of a broader revival of Jewish life in Hungary which has seen growing interest in Jewish heritage sites despite concerns about antisemitism elsewhere in Europe "We're working to complete this as quickly as possible," Rabbi Faigen said but for all visitors who come to connect with the rich Jewish history of this region." The buildings of BMW Group’s Debrecen factory are soon to reach their final form Through the application of various new processes and systems the Debrecen facility will be the first paint shop in BMW Group’s global production network to fully abandon the use of fossil fuels where trial production will commence by the end of this year will serve as a model for all future plants based on the BMW iFACTORY principles The new Debrecen paint shop is capable of painting thirty car bodies per hour through a fully automated painting process This capacity can be significantly increased in the future The implementation of the technology will be carried out by experts using BMW iX1 models The high-tech system was developed and designed using the expertise available within the manufacturer’s network which houses the paint shop and spans 33,000 square metres provides ample workspace for modern manufacturing The principle of power-to-heat is fundamental to the operation of the Debrecen paint shop without the use of fossil fuels All furnaces and other processes required for technological operations will be powered entirely by electricity rather than by natural gas as was previously customary This principle significantly reduces the paint shop’s carbon dioxide emissions even though the absence of natural gas will result in increased electricity consumption will come exclusively from renewable energy sources színes fejezet kezdete – A BMW Group új járműgyárában elsőként a festőüzemben indul el a termelés 🎨 🚗 A próbagyártás 2024 év végén indul el Debrecenben 🌍 Magas szintű szabványok… The so-called Heat Grid energy efficiency project was successfully implemented during the planning phase of the new paint shop The innovative concept combines several measures for efficient energy recovery allowing for up to 10 per cent additional energy savings The central element of the project is a large multivalent storage boiler that collects waste heat from compressed air supply allowing it to be reused to preheat the water circuit Another unique feature of the Debrecen infrastructure is that the entire system operates at a water supply temperature of just 65 degrees Celsius compared to the 90-120 degrees Celsius typical of previous facilities The hot water is used to supply the ventilation system of the paint shop hall ensuring stable conditions in the paint booths at an operating temperature of 22 degrees Celsius and 60-65 per cent humidity Debrecen will rely on the innovative eRTO process for exhaust air purification eRTO stands for ‘electric regenerative thermal oxidation’ a process that purifies the exhaust air from the paint shop at temperatures of 800–1000 degrees Celsius the exhaust air passes through a ceramic bed the air must be heated to high temperatures in a short time Thanks to the high heat recovery rate—the heat is efficiently retained within the system—the eRTO system ensures a very high level of energy efficiency the new Debrecen paint shop employs modern environmentally friendly dry separation technology Excess paint that does not adhere to the bodywork in the paint booth is filtered out and mixed with limestone powder This significantly reduces water consumption and allows the paint booth to operate with up to 90 per cent recirculated air only 10 per cent of the air needs to be humidified and its temperature regulated the used limestone powder can also be reintroduced into the material cycle and reused rather than being disposed of as contaminated wastewater as with previous wet separation technology In addition to innovative technologies like Heat Grid and eRTO comprehensive digitalization also contributes to the high efficiency of the new Debrecen paint shop driverless AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) transport car bodies to the appropriate operations an Automated Surface Inspection (AOI) system is used which utilizes artificial intelligence to inspect the quality of the paint and identify areas requiring rework The paint shop’s design was also carried out virtually allowing for virtual testing of the structural design before actual construction began The workers’ preliminary training was also conducted virtually The flower floats for the 20 August Debrecen Flower Carnival are already being prepared including dancers and musicians from both Hungary and abroad will accompany the floral compositions during the parade they mentioned that the carnival procession will once again be preceded by the traditional fun run and vintage car show ten flower floats will be on display in the parade: the procession will be led by the Holy Crown float the joint float of Oradea and Debrecen will also be featured the organizers will set up seven grandstands The Debrecen Charitable Committee and the city will provide a free grandstand for families in financial difficulty this year as well The compositions will be accompanied by artistic groups from Hungary and abroad Bafofim Ballet Folklorico Fiesta Mexicana (Mexico) The 20 August parade will be preceded by an entire week of carnival events with numerous programmes involving various city institutions and civil communities there will be free grand concerts for the public: the series will kick off on 15 August with the Night of Classics featuring the Kodály Philharmonia Debrecen followed by performances by Swing à la Django the Bagossy Brothers will join the Debrecen Flower Carnival audience in celebration the organizers are preparing a variety of light projection attractions in the city centre Notable illuminations will include the Aranybika building which will host a 3D mapping visual display the previously traditional but recently absent night parade will return: on the final night of the Flower Carnival artistic groups and flower floats will parade from Saint Anna Street to Kossuth Square the Galiba Children’s Festival will take place between 17–20 August at its usual location in the amusement park focusing on the cultures and games of different nations Performers at Galiba will include carnival dancers BMW is building the largest solar power plant in Hungary within the BMW Group in Debrecen further affirming Hungary’s position as a global leader in the green economy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó announced during a site visit on Tuesday According to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Szijjártó spoke at the groundbreaking ceremony of the solar park by BMW Manufacturing Hungary Ltd spanning an area equivalent to 71 football fields and the largest industrial solar power plant in Hungary E.ON has rarely built a solar power park of this size before The collaboration between two German companies and Debrecen is once again producing such an accomplishment that it rightfully deserves a place in next year’s edition of the Guinness World Records,’ he said He emphasized that Hungary has secured a leading global position in the future green economy rests on two main pillars: the transition to electric transportation and the decarbonization of energy production ‘These are two areas where Hungary is a leader even in global comparison and I think it is most fitting to say this here in Debrecen,’ he remarked Europe’s most prestigious automotive companies manufacture their electric motors and cars here in Hungary the largest electric battery manufacturers produce the batteries without which there would be no electric cars,’ he pointed out industry in Hungary is increasingly building and utilizing solar power plants BMW and Hungary are jointly building a modern and green future here in Debrecen,’ he asserted In a Facebook post the minister remarked that it is Debrecen where ‘the coolest records of all’ are achieved Debrecenben a legmenőbb rekordok születnek the first cars built on BMW’s purely electric platform will roll off the production lines here and this solar power park will supply more than a quarter of the energy needed for production,’ he added Péter Szijjártó emphasized that ‘the Hungarian government will continue to make every necessary decision to ensure that BMW looks back on its decision to invest near Debrecen as the best decision in the company’s history.’ ‘We strive to make decisions that benefit BMW He also highlighted that this is why the government has already decided on approximately 400 billion forints worth of infrastructure developments the construction of an international school the development of the university or the vocational training centre ‘The cooperation between BMW and Debrecen has led to Debrecen becoming one of the most developed cities in the Central European region Debrecen has become one of the most attractive investment centres in Central Europe and can confidently be called one of the European hubs of the new global automotive industry,’ he declared The minister also touched on the severe global challenges of our time he believes that Hungary has still performed exceptionally well in recent years He elaborated that soon all three German premium car brands will have factories in Hungary while the country will also host the world’s second-largest electric battery manufacturing capacity He added that the automotive industry’s production value exceeded 13 trillion forints last year Hungary has been among the world’s top twenty automotive exporters He equally highlighted the significant achievement that all this was accomplished while continuously reducing emissions made possible by expanding green energy capacities There are currently 278,000 household and nearly 3,500 industrial solar power plants operating in Hungary ‘We had planned that Hungary’s solar energy capacity would reach 6,000 megawatts by 2030 we have already reached 6,700 megawatts,’ Szijjártó announced where the next generation of skating talent will showcase their best skills and deliver an amazing performance The latest stories of your favourite teams and athletes Follow their journey to the Olympic Winter Games in Italy Unfortunately, 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Please upgrade your browser and get all benefits of browsing the new JINR site You can also use the previous version of the JINR site On 25 November, representatives of the Joint Institute paid a visit to the University of Debrecen (Hungary), as part of which a trilateral agreement was signed with the University of Debrecen and the Institute of Nuclear Research (ATOMKI) The document is aimed at strengthening ties in personnel training including training courses and conferences Photo: © unideb.hu On behalf of JINR, Chief Scientific Secretary of the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research Sergey Nedelko and Deputy Director of the Laboratory of Neutron Physics for Scientific Work Sergey Kulikov attended the meeting The University of Debrecen was represented by Vice-Rector General Károly Pető Director for Coordination and Strategy Okszána Kiszil and Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology Ferenc Kun Deputy Director of the Institute for Nuclear Research Géza Lévai also attended the event Members of the delegation of the Joint Institute made a detailed presentation of JINR activities to the representatives of the University of Debrecen and ATOMKI “The Joint Institute for Nuclear Research is a unique example of integrating fundamental theoretical and experimental research with the development and application of modern technology and university education Our main research areas are particle physics and condensed matter physics,” Sergey Nedelko noted Photo: © unideb.hu As the representatives of the Hungarian side emphasised the Dubna research centre has already maintained contacts with the Faculty of Science and Technology of the University of Debrecen but they would like to develop the partnership After the meeting in the main building of the University Sergey Nedelko and Sergey Kulikov visited the Faculty of Science and Technology and the Institute of Nuclear Research Based on materials of the Press Office of the University of Debrecen Originally launched in September 2022, the programme is part of a consortium of 17 Hungarian universities, offering four distinct yet coordinated space science courses. The University of Debrecen coordinates the three-semester Innovative Nutrition and Space Health Specialist Training. The first cohort of students graduated this spring, and the programme will now be offered in English under the title Space Specialist in Life Sciences. 👉🏻 Szeptembertől már angol nyelven képzik az űrszakembereket a Debreceni Egyetemen! 🚀 A leendő hallgatók többek között az űrorvostanról, az űrtelemedicináról, az űrgyógyszerészetről és az… Professor László Csernoch, the programme director and the university’s Vice-Rector for Scientific Affairs, explained in the statement that students will learn about health risks faced by astronauts, environmental psychology of extreme and unusual spaces, food production in spacecraft or space stations, and space pharmacy. According to Professor Csernoch, the knowledge gained through this programme will be applicable both in space and on Earth, assisting in solving current global issues. For instance, the diminishing arable land available for plant cultivation necessitates the development of techniques to produce substantial food quantities in small areas with minimal water. The Space Specialist in Life Sciences postgraduate specialist training, coordinated by the Department of Sport and Space Physiology within the Faculty of Medicine, is open to candidates with a master’s degree in agricultural, medical, health, or natural sciences, and at least two years of professional experience in their field, the university’s statement notes. Interviews with applicants will be held on 28 August, and the programme will commence on 20 September. the host city of last summer's FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup MIES (Switzerland) - The eagerly-anticipated second edition of the innovative Youth Basketball Champions League will be played in Debrecen the host city of last summer's FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup The prime standalone pan-European club competition for U18 teams will tip off in Hungary's second-largest city on April 2 and the champions will be crowned on April 7 The Youth Basketball Champions League expands this year to include 13 participating teams from nine different countries compared with 10 teams in its inaugural edition The rest of the field of contenders comprises AEK (GRE) The competition will take place in Olah Gabor Sports Hall which served as a venue not only for the recent U19 World Cup but also for FIBA U17 Women's Basketball World Cup 2022 set the bar very high for the future of the competition," commented Basketball Champions League CEO Patrick Comninos "The second edition will consolidate it as the spearhead of our continuous meaningful endeavors to help nurture young European players such as our Homegrown Players rule and our Best Young Player award the Youth BCL is great fun for both the players and our younger fans who have engaged enthusiastically with the competition which has emerged as a focal point of international youth basketball "It is a great honor for the Hungarian basketball society that the BCL chose us to host another outstanding international basketball event in our country," stated Péter Bodnár Secretary General of the Hungarian Basketball Federation "The Hungarian Basketball Federation has always been open for innovative initiatives like the very first three-year Youth World Cup package between 2019 and 2022 where the city of Debrecen proved again that they can organize FIBA tournaments according to the highest standards "The Youth BCL will be an excellent opportunity for the participating players as well as for the fans to directly experience the high level of basketball the best youth teams represent in Europe." All Youth Basketball Champions League games will be livestreamed on the official BCL YouTube channel for viewers around the world The 13 teams will be drawn into three groups of three teams each and one group of four the four group winners will be paired in the Semi-Finals with the two teams that prevail advancing to the big Final The teams that finished second in their respective groups will play classification games for 5th through 8th place in the tournament while the third-placed teams and the one fourth-placed team will compete for the 9th through 13th spots overall The draw for the event will take place in Debrecen in early March About Basketball Champions LeagueThe Basketball Champions League is an innovative joint partnership between FIBAClubCo and 11 top European leagues It is a fair competition based on sporting principles with teams qualifying through national leagues The new BMW plant in Debrecen is nearing completion The first phase at the new production site in Hungary is now the paint shop Pre-series production of BMW's ‘Neue Klasse’ electric cars is due to start in Debrecen at the end of this year BMW has been building its vehicle plant in Hungary on an area of more than 400 hectares since June 2022 The site in the north-west of the city of Debrecen will include a press shop The German car manufacturer estimates the future capacity of the full vehicle plant at around 150,000 units per year An assembly line for high-voltage batteries will also be built at the site which was built on a floor area of 33,000 square metres and comprises three floors Operations are currently being ramped up there with bodies for the iX1 this is the first paint shop in its own production network “to operate entirely without fossil fuels.” New processes and systems (‘such as power-to-heat heat grid and eRTO’) will be used for this purpose This section will soon be able to paint 30 vehicle bodies per hour This capacity could be significantly expanded at a later date according to an accompanying press release the New Class is the largest investment in BMW’s corporate history It is an electric vehicle architecture which should be able to cover all segments from the compact class of the current 1 Series to the luxury saloon There are some technical changes: BMW is switching from 400 to 800 volts system voltage and from prismatic battery cells arranged in modules to round cells with a cell-to-pack concept BMW’s sixth generation of e-drives is also making its debut Although externally excited synchronous machines are still used 40 per cent cheaper and 25 per cent more efficient than the current fifth generation the Neue Klasse vehicles can also integrate combustion engines but it is primarily designed for electric drives There are already initial indications of the first model for Debrecen: With the Vision Neue Klasse X SUV concept BMW gave a preview in March of the first electric model based on the Neue Klasse vehicle architecture which is scheduled to start production at the Hungarian plant in the second half of 2025 Production ramp-ups are then planned at other factories The second model is scheduled to roll off the production line at the main plant in Munich in 2026 the Neue Klasse cars will also be built at the Mexican plant in San Luis Potosi Production is also being prepared in China bmwgroup.com I agree with the Privacy policy electrive has been following the development of electric mobility with journalistic passion and expertise since 2013. 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With news, background information, driving reports, interviews, videos and advertising messages. 13 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Ujpest won 2–1 over Debrecen on Sun The current head to head record for the teams are Ujpest 13 win(s) Have scored 8 goals in their last 5 matches 13 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT?Ujpest won 2–1 over Debrecen on Sun 13 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT.InsightsHave scored 5 goals in their last 5 matches Ujpest is playing home against Debrecen at Szusza Ferenc Stadion on Sun Debrecen will bid farewell to the Women’s EHF EURO 2024 on Tuesday as the last matches in group I of the main round take place France and Hungary were the first teams to secure their tickets to Vienna on Sunday night after managing to keep their winning streaks intact The clash at the top of the standings will decide who finishes first in group I while other teams will fight for a chance to feature in the 5/6 placement match Romania vs PolandTuesday 10 December, 15:30 CET, live on EHFTV You said no to using cookies or similar tools that help improve your experience. To see this content, you would need to update your Privacy Preferences Hungary vs FranceTuesday 10 December, 18:00 CET, live on EHFTV Sweden vs MontenegroTuesday 10 December, 20:30 CET, live on EHFTV ROUND PREVIEW: Seven matches will open round 5 of the Men’s EHF EURO 2026 Qualifiers on Wednesday FLASH QUOTES: Comments from players and coaches after main round group I matches in Debrecen and main round group II media calls in Vienna LIVE BLOG: Hungary and France play for top spot and there are three teams in the running for the 5/6 placement match as Debrecen action ends France and Norway have qualified for the semi-finals but one spot and both 5/6 placement match places remain open DRAW PREVIEW: The 20 teams participating in the five qualification tournaments will discover their opponents on Wednesday THIS IS ME: Legendary German goalkeeper Andreas Wolff has forged a career making huge saves when it matters FEATURE: Send your letters with Jana Mittún and Elias Ellefsen á Skipagøtu — “a stamp is a sign of the great support we have in our country” DRAW REVIEW: The six groups for the next phase of the Women's EHF EURO 2026 Qualifiers have been confirmed in the draw in Romania NEWS: Three of the six teams to contest the promotion round of the Men's EHF EURO 2028 Qualifiers are now known Paris 2024 Olympic Games semi-finalists France and Sweden will meet again in the Women’s EHF EURO 2024 main round on Sunday with Sweden chasing essential points after their shock defeat by Romania on Friday look for another surprise as they face second-ranked Hungary while both Montenegro and Poland are hunting their first win in this phase of the competition Montenegro vs PolandSunday 8 December, 15:30 CET, live on EHFTV Hungary vs RomaniaSunday 8 December, 18:00 CET, live on EHFTV Sweden vs FranceSunday 8 December, 20:30 CET, live on EHFTV You said no to using cookies or similar tools that help improve your experience. To see this content, you would need to update your Privacy Preferences. ROUND PREVIEW: Seven matches will open round 5 of the Men’s EHF EURO 2026 Qualifiers on Wednesday, with 16 berths still at stake LIVE BLOG: Debrecen is the focus for Sunday's main round games, with France and Hungary looking to book their semi-final places FLASH QUOTES: Comments from players and coaches after main round group I matches in Debrecen, and main round group II media calls in Vienna THIS IS ME: Legendary German goalkeeper Andreas Wolff has forged a career making huge saves when it matters. This is his story MEDIA RELEASE: International expert organisation DEKRA expands its involvement in handball, underlining a shared commitment to integrity, ne… DEBRECEN (Hungary) - It's the final countdown with the regular season of the FIBA 3x3 Women's Series 2024 ending at the Debrecen Stop on August 24-25 Let's take a deeper look at the last stop before next month's Hangzhou Final top seed Mongolia are currently 13th on the standings and desperate to make the Women Series' crown jewel event Their chances are high with Asia Cup bronze medalist Mongolia having already claimed a dub this season and they will be led by superstar Khulan Onolbaatar who is keen to splash all over the half-court with China U24 having been a consistent performer this season and they will showcase their powerhouse country's depth of talent Towering 20-year-old star Mengjie Wu has been unstoppable all season and will be eyeing the MVP Czechia have made the semis in their last three Stops while Ukraine will mean business and they just have to be rated among the contenders having finished runner-up already at an event this season Freiburg (GER) loom as a dark horse contender and they ooze talent with young gun Pauline Marie Mayer set to become her famous 3x3 country's newest sensation and this might be their breakthrough on the world stage Their hopes might just rest on Choy Ting Tang being red-hot from all over the half-court Debrecen (HUN) will be hoping the loud local fans inspire them to new heights while Logrono Central (ESP) could just go on a giant-killing run because Dutch great Natalie van den Adel returns to the half-court and she'll be fired up in new colors The two-day extravaganza is on August 24-25 and you can follow it live on the FIBA 3x3 YouTube and Facebook pages