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.
more infoApplied 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.
Viewpoint: Dr. Roland Busch, president and chief executive officer of Siemens AG
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.
more infoMartin Brudermüller, CEO of BASF SE, offers his view
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.
more infoMartin Daum, CEO of Daimler Truck AG.
Batteries are the hottest topic of conversation right now - and not just at the upcoming IAA Mobility trade fair in September. Battery-powered propulsion is the numberone technological option for making automotive traffic emission-free. However, trucks are not just big cars.
more infoThe use of hydrogen by fuel cells is - in the course of the global challenges of climate change and the associated energy turnaround - the focus of future-oriented research and development. For the efficient and economical production of fuel cells, laser technology offers highly efficient laser processes for the entire process chain due to its great flexibility and high degree of automation.
more infoAs one of the leading R&D institutes with many years of dry coating expertise, Fraunhofer IWS now provides a dedicated platform and launches the Dry Coating Forum (DCF). 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.
more infoFraunhofer IMM has developed a mobile device based on PCR technology for the on-site detection of Legionella (or other microorganisms), which perfectly meet the require-ments defined in ISO/TS 12869-2 freshly published in April, 2024. Distinguishing live bacteria from the dead is also integrated into our prototype.
more infoThe "Conference on Battery Direct Recycling", initiated by the Fraunhofer Center for Electromobility Bavaria FZEB of the ISC, is intended to provide a network of stakeholders from research, industry and politics on the topics Design for Recycling, methods and processes in Direct Recycling, Digitization, Life Cycle Assessment as well as policy and market.
more infoISPA 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.
more infoFollowing 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.
more infoThe 8th UKP Workshop Ultrafast Laser Technology will focus on processes and systems that can help companies capitalize on the full range of laser performance, such as high speed scanning or suitable beam shaping. Interesting presentations will provide valuable know-how about selecting the right laser source or individually modifying the laser beam profile in time and space in order to have optimal process conditions. Furthermore, experts will discuss how to push the boundaries of today’s ultrafast laser process engineering.
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