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The aim of this format is to bring together Leipzig-based artists as well as other actors and to establish a regular meeting point where current questions, projects, and methods in the field of artistic research can be discussed. Through digital hybrid formats, there is also the possibility of inviting international guests.

A central focus lies on the role and function of artistic research as a genre of art within broader social contexts—particularly in times of volatile transformation. To what extent do new forms of knowledge production emerge through collaboration with other disciplines? And which new forms of public engagement and becoming public can be productively developed within the field of research-based art? All topics are discussed with a strong emphasis on practice.

The Round Table for Artistic Research Leipzig is initiated by the artist Dr. Emanuel Mathias in cooperation with the Society for Artistic Research.

Joint f/stop – Fotoszene excursion to Merseburg
Visit to the exhibition “This Is the Turbulence” featuring works by Emanuel Mathias

5:30 PM Guided tour of the exhibition with Emanuel Mathias and Laura Bierau (Merseburg University of Applied Sciences)

If you are interested in forming carpool groups, please indicate offers or requests when registering.
Alternative options:
4:04 PM S5x via Halle (platform 2) or bus 131 from Leipzig Angerbrücke.
Shared dinner and informal get-together (optional)
Registration by April 29 at fotoszene@f-stop-leipzig.de

Background of the exhibition
The occasion for the exhibition was the 70th anniversary of the Merseburg campus in 2024. The site brings together the history of two institutions: the Technical University (TH) Leuna-Merseburg (1954–1993) and, since 1992, Merseburg University of Applied Sciences. In addition to its history, the focus is on the university’s present-day self-conception, regional knowledge transfer, and its close ties to the Leuna chemical industry.
The exhibition features contemporary photography, installations, scientific and historical objects, as well as multimedia works. Conceived as a space for reflection and social exchange, it invites visitors to see the university from a new perspective and to engage in dialogue about scientific practice.
Further information is available on the project website.

f/stop – Fotoszene Ausflug nach Merseburg: „Das ist die Turbulenz“

New Publication as part of the Exhibition Cooperation titled Das ist die Turbulenz with the Hochschule Merseburg.

Graphic Design: Camille Lelous

Projectmanagement Laura Bierau 

The publication is available free of charge at the university’s stand at the Leipzig Book Fair.

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Opening on Thursday, September 25, 2025, 4:00 p.m.

Merseburg University of Applied Sciences

Exhibition runs until August 31, 2027

Merseburg University of Applied Sciences

Main Building D, Foyer 3rd Floor (Hg/D/3)

Eberhard-Leibnitz-Straße 2

06217 Merseburg