Prof. Dr. Luise Pufahl Awarded the TUM Supervisory Award 2024 for Excellence in Doctoral Supervision
We are thrilled to announce that Prof. Dr. Luise Pufahl of the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology has been honored with the TUM Supervisory Award for 2024. This prestigious recognition highlights her exceptional commitment to doctoral supervision, underscoring her significant contributions to creating a supportive and impactful environment for her doctoral candidates.
Prof. Pufahl is an expert in business process management and process mining. Her research centers on analyzing and automating resource- and knowledge-intensive business processes, employing cutting-edge methodologies such as operations research, process mining, simulation, and machine learning. Her work has wide-ranging implications, with practical applications in sectors including healthcare and logistics.
The TUM Supervisory Award is not merely a recognition of professional achievement—it embodies the core values of the TUM Graduate Council. It serves as a reminder of the importance of fostering a supervisor-candidate relationship that goes beyond academic guidance, emphasizing trust, mutual respect, and a commitment to each candidate’s personal and professional growth. Prof. Pufahl’s dedication to these principles has been central to her success, as she continuously inspires and guides her students toward academic and professional excellence.
Prof. Pufahl’s receipt of this distinguished award is a testament to her dedication to nurturing the next generation of scholars and leaders. Her mentorship continues to inspire her students and enrich the broader academic community at TUM. We congratulate Prof. Dr. Luise Pufahl on this remarkable achievement. Her unwavering commitment to academic excellence and mentorship makes her a true role model, not only for her doctoral candidates but for the entire TUM community.