TUM President elected head of the Bavarian University Conference

Thomas F. Hofmann is the new Chairman of the University of Bavaria

The core task of the University of Bavaria is to identify trends and issues in higher education policy, promote cooperation between Bavarian universities, and facilitate the transfer of knowledge and experience between universities.

Hofmann thanked his predecessor, the president of the University of Bayreuth, Prof. Stefan Leible, for his successful commitment to the community of Bavarian universities. "Together we are stronger. It is precisely this diversity, the different sizes, perspectives, and areas of focus, that allow us to advance the Bavarian university landscape as a whole. I am confident that we will succeed in further increasing the effectiveness of Bavaria as a university location in international competition."

Bavaria's Minister of Science Markus Blume: "Congratulations to TUM President Prof. Dr. Thomas F. Hofmann on his election as Chairman of Universities in Bavaria. He stands for scientific excellence, strategic vision, and international networking—ideal prerequisites for representing our universities nationally and internationally. At the same time, I would like to express my sincere thanks to Prof. Dr. Stefan Leible for his outstanding commitment and prudent leadership of University of Bavaria in recent years. Together, we will continue on the path he has successfully paved. Whether artificial intelligence, quantum technology, or security research, the coming years will bring profound changes, and at the same time geopolitical challenges. International competition for talent and the responsible shaping of innovation are key issues for the future. We will master these challenges through trusting cooperation between the state and universities. Bavarian universities can continue to rely on the Free State in the future!"

Hofmann has been president of TUM since 2019 and has just been confirmed in office for another six years. The food chemist was named University Manager of the Year in Germany in 2024. During his tenure, TUM has risen to the top of all universities in the European Union in several international rankings.