On the evening of May 19, the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft honored outstanding projects by its researchers at its annual assembly in Hamburg.
Three Joseph von Fraunhofer Prizes, one Stifterverband Science Prize "Forschung im Verbund" (Joint Research) and − for the first time at the Fraunhofer annual assembly − the Fraunhofer Founder Award were awarded as part of this year’s assembly.
Joseph von Fraunhofer Prizes 2022
Since 1978, the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft has awarded annual prizes for outstanding scientific achievements by its employees. These awards are for achievements that have practical applications and a potential to directly and decisively help solve societal challenges and safeguard the future of Germany as a business location. This year, three prizes were awarded, each worth 50,000 euros.