Univ. Bremen
Prof. Dr. C. Lämmerzahl, Prof. Dr. A. Ladstätter- Weißenmayer
Fascination Space
(S2, elective, 3 ECTS)
Learning Outcomes:Overview over a number of actual topics in space sciences
Knowledge and Understanding:   
Applying Knowledge and Understanding: 
Prerequisites 
ProgramOverview over a number of actual topics in space sciences and fundamental physics
• Global biochemical cycles of elements, important biophysical processes in atmosphere and ocean, carbon-, methane-, nitrogen and water cycle, greenhouse gases
• Quantum technologies in space
• Test of the Equivalence principle
• The Pioneer Anomaly
• Satellite based geodesy
• Clocks in space – fundamental physics and practical applications
• Exoplanets
• Asteroids
Description of how the course is conductedDifferent lecturers from the University of Bremen and cooperating institutes, as well as representatives from regional industrial companies, will introduce students and all interested staff members of the University of Bremen to space research and application in a generally understandable format through lectures and in-depth discussions.
Description of the didactic methods 
Description of the evaluation methodsOral exam
Adopted Textbooks 
Recommended readings