To provide students with connectable basics, practical competencies and sought-after key qualifications, and also to pave the way for a smooth career start: These are the competencies sought in the UNICUM Foundation's "Professor of the Year" competition. Klaus Richter, stood out among the nominees. He took first place in the medicine and natural sciences category. Students and alumni nominated him for the award. "The election of Prof. Richter as "Professor of the Year" shows that the highest scientific reputation and excellent commitment to academic teaching are inseparable. I congratulate Prof. Richter very warmly on this award!", says Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Korber, Vice President for Studies, Teaching and Continuing Education at the University of Regensburg.