- NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATION -

The summer school adresses international young professionals from industry as well as PhD students, postdoctoral researchers and selected Master graduates with a background in any aspect of ocean technology or marine science!

2026, the RoOT Summer School will take place for the fifth time. Over a two-week course, 16 selected participants from academia and industry will have the opportunity to gain detailed insights into various interdisciplinary aspects of ocean technology, with a special focus on activities of the Ocean Technology Campus Rostock.

This year’s edition will focus on:

Challenges and Chances of Offshore Wind Energy

Balancing Climate Goals and Ecosystem Health

Generously supported by

The RoOT Summer School 2026 brings together early-career researchers and young professionals to explore one of the most pressing transformations in the marine domain: the rapid expansion of offshore wind energy.

Over two intensive weeks at the Ocean Technology Campus Rostock, participants will examine offshore wind from multiple perspectives — integrating environmental monitoring, marine technology, data-driven methods, ecological and social dimensions, and innovation processes.

The program combines:

• Introduction to offshore wind systems
• Environmental and underwater acoustic monitoring approaches
• Marine sensor technologies and field applications
• Hands-on workshops
• Industry insights and implementation challenges
• A collaborative design sprint focused on future-oriented solutions

Rather than approaching offshore wind as a purely technical infrastructure project, the Summer School addresses a broader and more systemic question:

How can we align renewable energy expansion with ecological and social responsibility while ensuring long-term ocean sustainability?

Participants will engage directly with experts from academia and industry, and develop interdisciplinary perspectives at the interface of engineering, marine science, and applied innovation.

* A limited number of needs-based fee waivers is available for applicants who are currently unable to cover the participation fee.
Fee waiver requests can be submitted directly within the application form, which opens in February 2026. All requests are treated confidentially and do not affect the evaluation of the application.