Patrick Rössler

Prof. Dr. Dr. Patrick Rössler holds the Professorship for Communication Studies with a focus on Empirical Communication Research/Methods at the University of Erfurt and serves as Co-Director of the Interdisciplinary Research Center for Historical Media (IFhM) and Head of the Research Center for Biographies of Former Bauhaus Members (BeBa). He leads the Qualiteach subproject for digital teacher training and acts as Treasurer of the Erfurt Association for Communication and Media.

• University: University of Erfurt
• School: Faculty of Philosophy
• Academic Rank: Professor

Rössler’s research bridges Empirical Communication Research, Historical Media Studies, and Bauhaus Documentation. His projects explore visual communication, parasocial opinion leadership, and digital media’s societal impact, with grants from DFG, Thüringer Aufbaubank, and federal programs.

Recent publications highlight Bauhaus women’s contributions, media content diversity, and cross-cultural communication. His awards include the Antiquaria Prize nomination (2020) and multiple design accolades. He has held leadership roles in the German Society for Journalism and Communication Studies (DGPuK) and the International Communication Association (ICA).

Scientific Awards:

• Antiquaria Prize nomination (2020)
• Art Book of the Year (2019)
• Historical Book of the Year (2019)
• Nomination for 'Germany's Most Beautiful Books' (2018)
• 'Ars Legendi' award top 3 placement (2010)

Rössler’s professional activities include editing transfer (DGPuK journal), co-founding research groups on Visual Communication and Methods, and serving on ICA and DFG committees. His journalistic work spans contributions to Stuttgarter Zeitung, Berlin Film Festival reporting, and media production roles.