Institutsseiten

Institutsseiten are the official web pages that describe an academic institute within a university or research organization. They function as the institute’s public face online, presenting its mission, research areas, organizational structure, facilities, and contact information. Typical sections include about the institute, research groups or areas, staff and leadership, publications and projects, news and events, education and training opportunities, services and facilities, and links to related centers or partners.

Content and structure: The pages usually include a concise description of the institute, followed by profiles of researchers and groups, a publications feed, information on current projects, seminars and events calendars, and access to resources such as libraries or laboratories. Visuals such as lab photos, maps, and branding elements are common. Many institutes offer multilingual versions to serve international audiences.

Technology and governance: Institutes pages are usually built within a university or organization-wide content management system and adhere to branding guidelines. Good practices include clear navigation, searchability, semantic HTML, metadata, and accessibility (WCAG) considerations. They should be responsive and maintainable.

Maintenance and impact: Content is managed by a dedicated communications or web team with defined workflows, review processes, and published timelines. Regular updates, accurate staff listings, and linked publications enhance credibility. Well-maintained Institutsseiten support recruitment, collaboration, and external visibility of the research enterprise.