The “Joint Workshop on Topology Optimization” took place on 5 and 6 June 2025 at Ruhr-Universität Bochum.

It was organized as part of the Research Group Linkage program between Prof. Dr. Klaus Hackl and Prof. Dr. Hung Nguyen-Xuan. The focus was on the joint research project on bio-inspired porous TPMS structures with applications in topology optimization. The participating doctoral students were able to learn new methods of numerical modelling and optimization and gain international research perspectives. In particular, practical applications, algorithmic