BIM, AI and the future of construction: New lecture series at IU Campus Hannover
In the winter semester of 2026/2027, IU invites to nine evenings with experts from the field
In the winter semester 2026/2027, Prof. Dr Saman Jung-Lundberg and Prof. Dr Gregor Zimmermann invite to nine evenings with experts from the field - open to students, practice partners and external interested parties.
Hanover, 4 November 2026. How are digitalisation and artificial intelligence changing planning and construction? The free lecture series "BIM / AI / Digitalisation – Construction" at IU Campus Hannover explores this question in the winter semester of 2026/2027. Since its launch on 6 October 2026, guests from planning, consulting, research, and construction have presented their projects, experiences, and technologies, each with practical examples.
Education for all, with a practical focus
This series underscores IU's commitment to making education accessible and practical for everyone. It is aimed not only at students, but also at companies and professionals. Anyone interested in BIM (Building Information Modeling) and AI in construction can participate in discussions, ask questions, and network. The guest speakers bring current practical knowledge directly into the lecture hall, where students and other interested parties can directly apply it to their studies or jobs.
Nine evenings, one common thread
The series comprises six main sessions on the first Tuesday of each month and three additional sessions on the third Tuesday from January to March 2027. Each session begins at 5 pm. The main topics are:
- BIM management at Deutsche Bahn and the current status of BIM implementation in transport infrastructure planning
- BIM and AI in public construction, for example in PPP projects and public procurement
- AI in construction and materials technology, from research to application
- Case studies on infrastructure projects and digital twins for bridges
Lecture, discussion, exchange
Each evening follows the same format: a guest lecture of approximately 45 minutes, a Q&A session, and a moderated panel discussion. Industry partners from the audience are also welcome to participate in the discussion. The subsequent get-together provides an opportunity for students, companies, and guests to network.
The contributions of the guest speakers will be published as scholarly articles in an anthology by Springer. Publication is planned for autumn 2027.
All dates at a glance
(every Tuesday at 5 p.m.)
October 6, 2026
"From model to added value – what BIM can really achieve" (German)
Caroline Wauker, M.Sc., Head of the BIM Planning Team
November 3, 2026
“BIM & AI in Civil Engineering” (German)
Ljuba Taschenva, Bollinger+Grohmann
December 1, 2026
“AI in public procurement: Potentials and risks” (German)
Tim Heinemann, consultant to the public sector, Berlin
Dr Isa Sadoni
January 5, 2027
“AI in concrete technology” (German)
Prof. Dr-Ing. Gregor Zimmermann, IU Hannover
January 19, 2027
"The new Lippe bridge in Lünen – planning and implementation" (German)
Dipl.-Ing. Ludolf Krontal
February 2, 2027
“SmartBRIDGE – Digital twins for road bridges in Hanover” (German)
Dr.-Ing. Frederik Wedel, Head of Analytics
February 16, 2027
“BIM management in railway construction” (German)
Jakob Kazdahn, PJL Baumanagement GmbH
March 2, 2027
"BIM in the planning of transport facilities in railway construction" (German)
Alexander Meyer, PJL Baumanagement GmbH
March 16, 2027 (date subject to change)
“AI in supplementary audits: Potentials and current status” (German)
Prof. Dr Saman Jung-Lundberg, IU Hannover
Location
IU Campus Hannover
Schiffgraben 49-51
30175 Hannover
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Organisers
Prof. Dr-Ing. Greg Zimmerman
Professorship of Civil Engineering, IU Hannover
Prof. Dr-Ing. Saman Jung-Lundberg
Professorship of Civil Engineering, IU Hannover
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