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Fraunhofer lead markets – our strategic customer segments

Applied research is the hallmark of Fraunhofer. Industry is our partner. In line with our research fields, Fraunhofer has defined strategic customer segments, which we call “lead markets”. By promoting innovation, Fraunhofer lead markets give Germany a global competitive edge, secure the technological sovereignty of Germany and Europe as well as deliver sustainable value creation for society.  

These strategic customer segments provide industry customers with access to Fraunhofer’s industry-oriented services:

                     

                     

                     

                    

                     

                     

                     

                     

                     

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Public sector

The German Mittelstand and SMEs

Large companies

What can Fraunhofer do for its customers?

What does Fraunhofer do? What kind of collaboration with Fraunhofer is possible? What can Fraunhofer do for its customers?

 

 If you are considering working with Fraunhofer for the first time, you are sure to have lots of questions. We hope you will find the answers to some of your key questions below.

 

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Outstanding pre-competitive research

Strategic Research Fields
 

Forming the core focus of our research portfolio, the seven Fraunhofer Strategic Research Fields aim to address needs and markets that will shape our future. Within these fields, our outstanding pre-competitive research specifically targets projects that have high commercial potential, thereby enhancing our impact on society and across multiple sectors. By pursuing the Fraunhofer Strategic Research Fields, we aim to continuously strengthen the roles of Germany and Europe as key hubs of business and innovation while fostering our technological sovereignty and promoting sustainable value creation.

Transfer of ideas and innovations into the economy

Valuable technological knowledge and expertise is generated at the Fraunhofer Institutes each and every day. For 75 years, Fraunhofer has been fulfilling its responsibility for the successful transfer of this knowledge and know-how to the economy and society by contributing to new products, services and processes. The successful commercialization of technology hinges on a broad and sophisticated set of transfer mechanisms.

 

Fraunhofer Match − a fast solution

Fraunhofer Match is the central platform for placing research requests with Fraunhofer. Our 76 Fraunhofer institutes cover all areas of applied research. You tell us about your challenge or project − and Fraunhofer Match will put you in touch with researchers who have the right expertise to help you work out solutions.

The Fraunhofer Academy − Professional education

The Fraunhofer Academy is the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft's provider for continuing education. Together, we stand for applied cutting-edge research: Wherever new technologies and processes are applied, the Fraunhofer Academy creates the conditions for a new culture of innovation in companies for an economically successful future through continuing education.

 

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A voice from the business world

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  • Growth as part of change

    Viewpoint: Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG.

    Oliver Zipse, Vorsitzender des Vorstands der BMW AG.
    © Rainer Häckl

    There is little commitment to growth in Germany’s policy sector. We need a mental paradigm shift for our country and for Europe as a whole: more carrot and less stick, more entry strategies than exit ones. Viewpoint from Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG.

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  • Harnessing AI for good

    Viewpoint: Dr. Roland Busch, president and chief executive officer of Siemens AG

    Dr. Roland Busch, Vorstandsvorsitzender der Siemens AG
    © Enno Kapitza

    AI will unlock greater productivity, enabling more innovation and sustainability. It is the big opportunity of our time. To harness it, Germany needs a wise immigration policy — and a culture of openness.

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  • Pragmatism trumps the sledgehammer approach

    Martin Brudermüller, CEO of BASF SE, offers his view

    Martin Brudermüller, Vorstandsvorsitzender BASF SE
    © BASF SE

    Everyone agrees on the goal: Europe will become the first climate-neutral continent by 2050. However, there is still debate around how to achieve the great task of this century. One thing is clear, though: It cannot happen without a strong and competitive chemical industry.

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Events and trade fairs

  • Nanocenter Dresden / November 04, 2024 - November 05, 2024

    European School for Young Materials Scientists

    The 2024 European School for Young Materials Scientists aims to bring together young scientists, mainly PhD students, working in the exciting fields of Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Nanoscale Materials, Nanoanalysis, Multi-scale materials characterization, as well as Microscopy.

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  • Fraunhofer IKTS, Dresden / November 06, 2024 - November 08, 2024

    ISPA 2024 | International Symposium on Piezocomposite Applications

    ISPA 2024 will bring together researchers, scientists, and industry professionals from around the world to explore and discuss the latest advancements and applications in the field of piezocomposites. This years' symposium will feature three main research and application focuses: energy harvesting, high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) applications as well as sonar Applications.

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  • Berlin / November 07, 2024 - November 08, 2024

    12th FOKUS FUSECO Forum: Forward to 6G!

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    In the middle of 6G research and development and still within the pre-standardization phase, we are happy to welcome old and new friends from all over the world to our institute in Berlin again. In its role as an internationally recognized industry-oriented event, the FUSECO Forum mirrors the lessons learned from global public and private 5G network deployments and 5G evolution research and standardization, while at the same time, we can witness increasing interest in private industrial campus network deployments and industries preparing to become ready for the 6G age. Together we will discuss the new momentum in international standardization and building up new ecosystems sparked by the latest innovations in the fields of Open RAN, sub THz Radio Systems, Non-Terrestrial Networks, Network Automation, AI/ML, Open Source Toolkits, as well as new envisaged 6G use cases demanding a critical assessment of emerging 6G technologies and architectures.

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  • Fraunhofer Campus Dresden.  / November 11, 2024 - November 12, 2024

    Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

    11th Workshop Lithium-Sulfur Batteries
    © Fraunhofer IWS

    Following the tradition and success of the past years, the 11th “Lithium-Sulfur Batteries“ Workshop will again bring together an international audience of scientists and industry representatives. Renowned experts will present the latest results, new materials, processes and applications in the field of lithium-sulfur batteries. Plenary lectures by internationally renowned speakers will offer delegates excellent possibilities to get acquainted with the latest developments and research results.

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  • Düsseldorf, Germany / November 11, 2024 - November 14, 2024

    Fraunhofer at the MEDICA / COMPAMED 2024

    Exciting prospects for the future of healthcare: At the MEDICA and COMPAMED 2024 trade shows, the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft will be presenting innovative research pro-jects and results from the field of medical engineering — from quantum technologies and solutions from the fields of materials science, additive manufacturing and imaging to laboratory diagnostics and laser technology.

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  • Munich / November 12, 2024 - November 15, 2024

    Trade fair

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    The electronica is the world's leading trade fair and largest innovation platform, it is the most important international meeting place for the electronics industry. Eight Fraunhofer Institutes are providing insights into their latest electronics innovations this year. The range of exhibits extends from sensors to prototyping and pilot manufacturing of microdisplays, as well as micro- and nanosystems. Other focal points include edge AI or embedded AI, as well as IC design and green ICT.

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  • Mannheim / November 25, 2024 - November 27, 2024

    AIRBAG 2024: 16th International Symposium on Integral Car Safety Systems

    © Fraunhofer ICT

    The 16th AIRBAG symposium will be held at a demanding time for automotive manufacturers and suppliers, as they transition towards electrification, digitalization and the roll-out of autonomous driving functionalities. This transformation offers numerous challenges but at the same time significant opportunities for the development and implementation of innovative safety systems.

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  • Freiburg / November 27, 2024 - November 28, 2024

    MoLaS – Mobile Laser Scanning Technology Workshop 2024

    The 5th MoLaS workshop focuses on technological trends 3D mapping with LiDAR. Leading experts will present key technology drivers and future applications of LiDAR technology. This year's event will focus on infrastructure monitoring with mobile laser scanners.

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  • Düsseldorf, Areal Böhler, Germany / March 12, 2025 - March 13, 2025, German Time CET

    Circular Valley Convention

    Circular Valley Convention
    © Messe Düsseldorf

    As an international convention, the Circular Valley Convention comprises high-calibre conferences, an expo and exclusive events. The new trade fair format covers the entire spectrum of the circular economy in all its dimensions and brings together decision-makers from companies, start-ups, research, politics and society in one place.

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