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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.
Klemens Haselsteiner, CEO of STRABAG SE, shares his thoughts
The construction industry accounts for about 38 percent of global CO2 emissions. As such, the entire industry is responsible for ensuring that value chains become more sustainable. That means it’s not only time for us to rethink construction, but to actually “redo” it.
more infoOpinion article by Thomas Ingenlath, CEO of the Swedish electric car manufacturer Polestar.
Electrification is just the beginning: Even if the automotive industry transitioned to selling entirely electric cars tomorrow, its emissions would still be far above its total CO2 “budget.” At this crucial juncture in history, all the stakeholders in the sector must realize that it’s time to work together.
more infoOpinion article by Prof. Klaus Josef Lutz, chief executive officer at BayWa AG
The pandemic, the war in Ukraine and this summer’s heatwaves are all inspiring a rethink in the food production industry. Smart farming, agrivoltaics and alternative proteins could see major breakthroughs.
more infoDr. Volker Treier, Chief Executive of Foreign Trade at the Association of German Chambers of Commerce and Industry e. V. (DIHK), shares his thoughts
With container ships stuck in traffic jams and staff shortages in the logistics sector, we can no longer rely on goods arriving “just in time.” The time has come to build up greater resilience.
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Being powered by sustainably generated electric current electrochemistry has all potential to be a real „green“ synthesis route at lab and industrial scale. In our webinar we point out the relevance of microreactor technology for the implementation of electrochemical processes and outline your benefits in a possible cooperation in terms of time, money and resources.
more infoThe 21st Fraunhofer Seminar Models of Lung Disease wil be taking place at the Fraunhofer Institute for Toxicology and Experimental Medicine ITEM in Hannover on June, 22 and 23.
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Fraunhofer is represented at LASER World of Photonics with three thematic booths this year. From lidar to eMobility technologies, from manufacturing technology to laser sources - Fraunhofer researchers are exhibiting their innovations in hall A3, booth 441. The focus is on laser projection systems for vehicles, ships or medical applications in hall A2, booth 415. In the World of Quantum in hall A1, booth 521, five institutes will take visitors on the "Fraunhofer Quantum Journey" and show their new developments in the fields of quantum computing, communication, sensing and imaging.
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Lithium-sulfur batteries are envisaged to enable energy storage devices with high specific energy at low material cost. The recent research provides significant progress in terms of materials for active and passive cell components as well as on understanding of mechanisms finally leading to improved Li-S cell performance.
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The five days workshop aims to bring together undergraduate and PhD students in an intensive study program on fundamental and applied aspects of laser technology.
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Sodium batteries are the most promising alternative to Lithium cells. The SBS4 wants to strengthen the community around Na batteries and intends to enable an open exchange of information on current scientific results and research interests as well as on market requirements.
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Fraunhofer IWS provides a dedicated platform and launches the Dry Coating Forum. DCF is a forum for material suppliers, equipment manufacturers, cell makers and end users to exchange information about current trends, developments and challenges in the field of dry coating technologies.
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At the 4th Dresden Battery Days, international electrochemical energy storage experts will discuss steps to sustainable and circular battery value chain.
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For the twelfth time in a row, Laser Symposium 2023 brings together world's leading laser experts, end-users and newcomers from both industry and academia. With a focus on latest laser developments and their suitability for industrial applications, it offers an ideal platform for scientific and technical exchange on various aspects of laser materials processing.
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