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No cables, no radio: researchers at the Fraunhofer IPMS in Dresden are transmitting industrial data through factories using light. The system works with very low latency, without electromagnetic interference, and in real time. How it works – and why it could matter for the factories of the future.

New defense and cyber research hub opens in Leipzig

Cyberattacks, disinformation, hybrid warfare — modern threats are often invisible and difficult to detect. In Leipzig, the Fraunhofer Institute for Communication, Information Processing and Ergonomics is now researching how such risks can be identified and countered at an early stage. At the same time, a new Saxon research network is bringing together 18 institutions to work on security and resilience. | more

A screen as small as a postage stamp

A screen barely larger than a postage stamp, yet packing more than four million pixels: researchers in Dresden have developed a microdisplay aimed at making augmented reality glasses brighter, sharper, and more practical for everyday use. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

New coating makes hydrogen technology cheaper

New coatings from Dresden are intended to make important components for hydrogen technology cheaper and more durable. | more

Wearable sensors immediately detect stress in the forest

New sensors from Saxony are designed to detect environmental changes immediately. This not only helps in the forest. The AI also helps to measure even the smallest pollutants directly on site. | more

Rethinking metal coating: lasers instead of melting

An excavator that lasts longer. A factory that uses less energy. Researchers at Fraunhofer IWS in Dresden have developed a solution for exactly that. With a new laser direct cladding process, they can protect metal parts from wear more effectively than before – while reducing energy consumption by up to 90 percent. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

New measurement system for ultra-thin films

Ultra-thin material layers are found in almost every modern device. Their performance depends on precise measurements. A Dresden research project now aims to take thin-film characterization to a new level. | more

When a single photon protects a message

Eavesdropping-proof communication and powerful quantum computers need one thing above all: single photons that can be precisely controlled. A Saxon research team from HTW Dresden, Fraunhofer and two technical universities is now working on this – using tiny crystals and highly sensitive detectors. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

Rolling instead of pressing: a cheaper way to produce metal parts

Huge presses shape metal parts for cars, data centres and hydrogen technologies. However, they are expensive, large and energy-intensive. Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology (IWU) in Dresden want to change that. With a smart rolling process and real-time monitoring, manufacturers could reduce costs by up to 70 percent in the future – without compromising quality. | more

AI can tell when an apple is ripe

Data everywhere, energy in short supply: a €15-million research project aims to make AI far more efficient. Researchers in Dresden are developing brain-inspired chips and smart sensors that could help farmers determine when fruit is ready to harvest. | more

Hightech für mehr Sicherheit im Alter

VmedD bringt moderne Radartechnologie dorthin, wo sie wirklich gebraucht wird: In die eigenen vier Wände. Denn der Wunsch ist klar: So lange wie möglich selbstständig zu Hause wohnen. Gleichzeitig wächst bei Angehörigen die Sorge vor unbemerkten Stürzen oder nächtlichen Notfällen. Genau hier verbindet VmedD innovative Sensortechnik mit echter Alltagstauglichkeit – für mehr Sicherheit im Alter. | more

Fraunhofer makes adhesive in paper packaging superfluous

Paper packaging is considered the better choice. It is more sustainable, recyclable and environmentally friendly than plastic. But they still have one problem: they need adhesives or layers of plastic to seal them, which makes recycling more difficult. Researchers in Dresden want to change this - with a laser that creates its own adhesive in the paper. | more

Metal extraction: Tiny bacteria become miners

Extracting copper from waste - with the help of bacteria and electron beams. What sounds like a crazy idea is reality. The Fraunhofer FEP in Dresden is running a new plant that combines the two. The yield increases, the waste shrinks. A look at a technology that could change the supply of raw materials. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

The chip of the future is free of toxins

Perpetual chemicals, PFAS for short, can be found in raincoats, pans and every chip. Researchers at Fraunhofer ENAS in Chemnitz are working with European partners to ban these toxic substances from chip production. Their new process could make the semiconductor industry cleaner, more energy-efficient and healthier. | more

More speed for autonomous cars and smart factories

Modern cars and factories need networks in which data not only arrives quickly, but also with pinpoint accuracy. The Fraunhofer IPMS in Dresden has developed a chip component that is ten times faster than previous solutions and works with nanosecond precision. The technology makes self-driving cars safer and production plants more efficient. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

New sensor chip makes pH measurements more reliable

Previous pH measuring devices have a weak point: sensitive electrodes. Researchers at the Fraunhofer IPMS in Dresden are now replacing them with robust chips. The technology could improve measurements in medicine, agriculture and environmental protection. | more

No more annoying bike noises

Rattling and cracking noises spoil the joy of a new e-bike. Researchers at the Fraunhofer IWU Dresden have developed a test bench that detects annoying noises at the prototype stage. This enables manufacturers to optimize their premium bikes in a targeted manner and bring them to series production. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

New hope for blood cancer patients after stem cell transplantation

Researchers in Leipzig have developed a new method to prevent dangerous rejection reactions after blood stem cell transplants. The Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology treats donor cells with special antibodies prior to transplantation. Unlike previous approaches, this therapy does not weaken the entire immune system. Initial tests in the laboratory have been very promising. | more

Instead of plastic waste: compostable rapid tests made from bioplastics

Millions of tons of plastic waste from rapid tests - is that necessary? HTW Dresden says no and is developing tests made from biodegradable material. The plastic is made from plant starch and composts in 90 days. Researchers in Saxony want to create a sustainable alternative for medical diagnostics. | more

Hightech für mehr Sicherheit im Alter

VmedD bringt moderne Radartechnologie dorthin, wo sie wirklich gebraucht wird: In die eigenen vier Wände. Denn der Wunsch ist klar: So lange wie möglich selbstständig zu Hause wohnen. Gleichzeitig wächst bei Angehörigen die Sorge vor unbemerkten Stürzen oder nächtlichen Notfällen. Genau hier verbindet VmedD innovative Sensortechnik mit echter Alltagstauglichkeit – für mehr Sicherheit im Alter. | more

Mulch films made of cellulose to protect soils from microplastics

Every year, thousands of tons of plastic film are left behind in Europe's fields, polluting the soil with microplastics. Together with European partners, the Fraunhofer FEP in Dresden is developing an innovative solution: mulch films made of cellulose that decompose themselves after harvesting. Particularly clever: special structures channel water directly to the plants and are intended to quadruple water use. | more

Robots instead of manual labor: Fraunhofer IWS automates the freezing of tissue

Tissue samples are needed to test new drugs. Until now, freezing these has been a laborious manual process. Together with partners, the Fraunhofer IWS in Dresden has developed an automated system. The platform processes ten times more samples than before and makes errors less frequent. This speeds up the development of new therapies. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

New special camera detects rotten tomatoes and plastic counterfeits

A special kind of camera is being developed at the Fraunhofer IPMS in Dresden: it combines artificial intelligence with spectral analysis to detect the chemical properties of materials. The compact technology makes quality checks in factories, recycling plants and fields faster, more precise and more sustainable. From fresh food to single-origin plastic recycling - the development opens up numerous applications. | more

New measuring adapter accelerates materials research

A new measuring adapter from Dresden is revolutionizing materials research. Researchers at Fraunhofer IPMS can use it to test eight samples simultaneously - a breakthrough for the development of displays, solar cells and sensors. The innovation saves time and accelerates the path to better electronics. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

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