Security and defense research

With its security and defense research, the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft strengthens Germany’s technological sovereignty and resilience. The institutes are developing applied solutions for defense and civil security, ranging from reconnaissance, sensors and decision support to cybersecurity, information security and protecting critical infrastructure. Working in close collaboration with the Bundeswehr, government ministries and industry, Fraunhofer combines scientific excellence with operational relevance and accelerates the transfer of security-related technologies to practical application.