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November 26
- Dr. habil. Thomas Kämpfe Appointed Professor at Technical University of Braunschweig➀ Dr. habil. Thomas Kämpfe has been appointed as a professor at the Technical University of Braunschweig's Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, and Physics, taking over the chair for Neuromorphic Computing. ➁ He has a diverse research background in nanoelectronics and ferroelectronics, and has made significant contributions to in-memory computing with his habilitation research on ferroelectric hafnium oxide. ➃ Kämpfe's research and teaching experience will enhance the development of energy-efficient AI transistors at the CMOS Design Institute.
November 25
- Special Research Area Approved: Bergische Universität Investigates New Approach in Mathematical Modeling➀ The German Research Foundation (DFG) has approved a new special research area at the Bergische Universität Wuppertal, led by Prof. Dr. Birgit Jacob, to study the fundamentals of a new approach in mathematical modeling. ➁ The research focuses on 'Port-Hamiltonian Systems', a new paradigm for powerful mathematical modeling of dynamic systems. ➂ The project aims to develop a solid mathematical theory for the fundamental processes of Port-Hamiltonian systems, enabling a better understanding and prediction of complex systems.
November 22
- Verdienstorden Rheinland-Pfalz - High Award for an Environmental Campus Creator➀ Professor Dr. Klaus-Uwe Gollmer receives the Verdienstorden of the State of Rheinland-Pfalz for his long-term commitment to promoting MINT subjects and digitalization. ➁ Gollmer emphasizes the importance of giving young people technological tools and fostering self-determined innovation. ➂ The IoT2 Workshop, an open-source platform for non-computer scientists, has influenced computer science profile schools in Rheinland-Pfalz, encouraging self-built projects among students.
November 21
- Ph.D. Candidate at TU Ilmenau Receives Prestigious Dr. Wilhelmy-VDE Prize➀ Dr. Liana Khamidullina, a former doctoral candidate and current post-doctoral researcher at TU Ilmenau, receives the esteemed Dr. Wilhelmy-VDE Prize 2024 for her dissertation in electrical engineering and information technology. The prize, worth 3,000 Euros, is awarded annually by the Dr. Wilhelmy Foundation and the Association for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technology (VDE) to outstanding young female engineers. The award ceremony takes place at the VDE Bayern Evening 2024 in Munich. ➁ The prize recognizes exceptional dissertations in the field of electrical engineering and information technology, aiming to promote the positive image of female scientists and address the shortage of skilled professionals in relevant fields. ➂ Khamidullina's dissertation, which involves developing and analyzing new signal processing concepts, was evaluated with the highest distinction 'summa cum laude'. Her groundbreaking work enables a wide range of interdisciplinary applications in areas such as mobile communication, radar technology, and biomedical signal processing.
November 19
- Non-Invasive Disease Diagnosis via Odor Detection➀ Researchers at Saarland University are developing a non-invasive diagnostic method to detect diseases such as cystic fibrosis and Covid-19 by analyzing odor patterns. ➁ The research aims to identify unique scent profiles for various infections, similar to fingerprints. ➂ The team is working on collecting volatile organic compounds from breath, saliva, sputum, and sweat to create diagnostic tools that could be used in clinical settings for early detection of infections.
- Human-Centered, Resource-Efficient, Resilient – R&D Solutions for Future-Proof Production➀ The Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology IPK presents research projects and solutions addressing the challenges of modern manufacturing; ➁ The focus is on data management, flexible manufacturing processes, machine efficiency, human resource support, and sustainable production; ➂ The article highlights the importance of holistic system solutions and interdisciplinary collaboration in research and innovation.
November 18
- New Head of Scientific Service at the Cyber Agency➀ Michael Domberg takes over as the new head of the Scientific Service department at the Cyber Agency on October 1, 2024; ➁ Domberg brings a strong background in IT security and military service, with a focus on strategic intelligence; ➂ He aims to further professionalize and standardize the processes of the Cyber Agency and promote employee development.
November 16
- Berlin School of Economics and Law Offers a Taste of University Life from November 25 to 29, 2024➀ The Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin (HWR Berlin) invites students from grade 10 and above, as well as professionals, to explore study programs and campus life from November 25 to 29, 2024. Participants can attend lectures, meet students, receive individual counseling, and get a taste of university life.➁ Courses from all departments will be open for trial students at the Schöneberg and Lichtenberg campuses.➂ Exclusive information sessions will be held on finding the right study program and tips for applying for bachelor's degree programs.
November 15
- Achieving Climate Neutrality - Fraunhofer ISE Study Shows Regional Transformation Pathways for German Energy System➀ The Fraunhofer ISE study outlines technological paths for climate neutrality in Germany by 2045; ➁ The study uses a cross-sectoral energy system model to quantify cost-optimized development paths for energy, transport, industry, and building sectors; ➂ Key findings include the role of electrification and hydrogen in the transformation, the need for grid expansion, and the importance of flexible energy generation and consumption.
November 14
- Smart-Meter Rollout in SMEs: What is Needed to Utilize the Potential➀ The Wuppertal Institute highlights the potential of smart meters for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in NRW, Germany, emphasizing energy efficiency and cost reduction. ➁ The challenges for SMEs to effectively use smart meters include lack of information and suitable software. ➂ The report proposes solutions such as information services, scalable software, and policy support to enable SMEs to benefit from smart metering.
- Elf Success Stories – Strengthening with Advanced Systems Engineering Innovations!➀ The publication 'Success Stories in Advanced Systems Engineering' showcases eleven industrial examples demonstrating how ASE can create intelligent, networked, and successful applications; ➁ The brochure, developed in the AdWiSE project funded by BMBF, highlights the steps taken by SMEs and large corporations in introducing ASE and the successes achieved; ➂ The stories serve as a guide and inspiration for those interested in ASE and for companies considering its implementation, emphasizing the diverse aspects of the new solution pattern in industrial practice and product development.
- Uni Siegen to Host International Conferences CARV-MCPC 2025➀ The University of Siegen will host two major international conferences, CARV and MCPC 2025, focusing on future industrial challenges such as handling global disruptions in production and supply chains and developing intelligent systems for customized product manufacturing. ➁ The conferences will take place from September 9 to 12, 2025, with experts from around the world expected to discuss current developments and future challenges under the theme 'New Paradigms for Anticipated Uncertainty'. ➂ The two conferences, CARV and MCPC, will address complementary topics: CARV on agile and reconfigurable production systems and sustainable manufacturing processes, and MCPC on the use of digital technologies and product personalization through individual mass production.
- New Real Lab for the Transformation of the Vehicle and Supplier Industry➀ A new real lab was opened at the Production Technology Center (PTZ) Berlin to support the transformation of the vehicle and supplier industry in the Berlin-Brandenburg region. The lab aims to facilitate the transition to a more environmentally friendly and efficient production. ➁ The lab offers modern manufacturing and assembly technologies, a testing environment for new technologies, and practical training programs. ➂ A digital production assistant is being researched to address the skilled labor shortage.
November 13
- ATHENE-Whitepaper zur technischen Umsetzung des Cyber Resilience Act➀ ATHENE Research Center has published a whitepaper to assist companies with the technical implementation of the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA); ➁ The whitepaper provides practical guidance and specific action recommendations for manufacturers and retailers of connected products; ➂ It discusses handling vulnerabilities, automated creation of software bill of materials (SBOMs), and integrating security tests into the development process.
- TwinSim4Brownfield Project: New Technology for Digitalizing Existing Production Plants➀ The BMBF is funding a three-year project at the Hochschule Kempten with around 660,000 Euros to integrate Industry 4.0 technologies like Digital Twins into existing production plants. ➁ Existing plants ('Brownfield') make up 80% of production sites in Germany and often lack digital construction information. ➂ The project aims to develop an automated method for creating Digital Twins to reduce the cost and time of project and product development.
November 11
- Creating Value with AI: 'Competencies and Framework Conditions Are Crucial'➀ Artificial Intelligence (AI) is expected to change business processes and our work life in various areas in the coming years. Its application can positively affect product and service quality as well as employees if automated processes in the daily work create new spaces for higher-value activities. For AI value creation to be successful overall, the perspective of users must also be considered in the implementation of AI. ➁ Irene Bertschek, Director of the Research Area 'Digital Economy' at ZEW - Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research Mannheim and Professor of 'Economics of Digitalization' at Justus-Liebig University Giessen, explains the opportunities and challenges associated with this. ➂ Bertschek emphasizes that while AI is not a panacea, it is crucial for companies to identify specific processes or tasks where AI can help solve problems. Data and skills are essential for AI to contribute to innovation and productivity in companies.
- Feuerwehr Conducts Practical Test at Technical University of Würzburg-Schweinfurt➀ The Freiwillige Feuerwehr Niederwerrn, Institute for Energy and High Voltage Technology (IEHT), and the Faculty of Electrical Engineering at the Technical University of Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) conducted a joint experiment to test the distance rules for fire department operations near electrical equipment. ➁ An experiment was set up on a secured parking lot with a high-voltage wire under 70 kilovolts, simulating a 110 kV overhead power line. ➂ The experiment demonstrated that the fire department's distance rules can be considered safe for a distance of ten meters from the wire at this voltage.
November 9
- Falling Walls Winner: New Technology for Solid State Batteries➀ Qkera, a startup from Technische Universität München, has developed new electrolyte components for solid-state batteries with high energy density and stability. The technology aims to break through battery technology for electromobility and other fields. ➁ The electrolytes consist of a lithium-ion-conducting ceramic-oxide material, offering safety and sustainability benefits. ➂ Qkera received support from TUM Venture Lab ChemSPACE and aims to send prototypes to battery manufacturers by the end of this year.
- Falling Walls Winner: New Technology for Solid-State Batteries➀ Qkera, a startup from the Technical University of Munich, has developed new electrolyte components for solid-state batteries. The technology aims to offer high energy density, stability, and low production costs. ➁ The company's electrolytes are made of a lithium-ion conducting oxide ceramic, which offers advantages in safety and sustainability. ➂ Qkera has received support from the TUM Venture Lab and has been selected as one of the 25 best science startups worldwide by the Falling Walls Science Summit.
November 8
- Current Study: KI-Index Handwerk.NRW 2024➀ The KI-Index Handwerk.NRW 2024 study presents the most extensive survey in Germany on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in crafts.➁ Over 1,200 craft businesses across all trades and regions of NRW participated.➂ The study finds that while AI is not yet widely implemented in crafts, there is significant interest.➃ The study, conducted by the KIDiHa project, is funded exclusively by the state of NRW.
November 7
- Robot Learns to Clean Sinks➀ A learning robot has been developed at the TU Wien; ➁ The robot can imitate a cleaning process and apply it to different situations; ➂ The robot learns through demonstration and can clean various surfaces despite being trained on a single edge.
- Nanotubes Catch Steroid Hormones in Water Purification➀ Researchers at KIT have studied the breakdown of steroid hormones in an electrochemical membrane reactor with a carbon nanotube membrane. ➁ The study finds that the adsorption of steroid hormones on carbon nanotubes does not limit their subsequent degradation. ➂ The research provides valuable insights for further development of electrochemical strategies to remove microcontaminants in water.
- Learning Machines: DFKI Presents New Findings at the Conference on Robot Learning➀ DFKI researchers present new projects at CoRL; ➁ TacEx simulation environment for tactile sensors; ➂ Analysis of dataset requirements for Diffusion Policies in humanoid robot locomotion training.
- Daimler and Benz Foundation Announces 2025 Bertha-Benz Prize➀ The Daimler and Benz Foundation will once again award the Bertha-Benz Prize, recognizing a young engineer for an outstanding dissertation. The prize, worth 15,000 euros, is open to female engineers who have contributed to social value with their dissertation results.➁ The nomination deadline is Saturday, March 1, 2025.➂ The foundation aims to support women in engineering disciplines and their career development.
November 5
- Physicist from the University of Jena receives ERC Synergy Grant for joint project to accelerate data transmission➀ A research project at the Universities of Jena and Karlsruhe (KIT) and the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) will receive €14 million from the ERC for six years of interdisciplinary research on combining electronics and photonics. ➁ The goal is to overcome the bottleneck of the electro-optical modulator to significantly increase data transmission speed. ➂ The project will involve optimizing and miniaturizing electro-optical components and incorporating new non-linear optical materials into photonic integrated circuits (PICs).
- High-tech Innovator Launches ISTA Professorship | Machine-Learning Expert Alex Bronstein Explores Boundaries of AI Research➀ Alex Bronstein, known for groundbreaking innovations, starts his professorship at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) with a focus on Machine Learning in biowissenschaften. ➁ Bronstein has a background in both academic research at the Technion, Israel, and industry at Intel, where he developed 3D sensing technology. ➂ He aims to expand the boundaries of machine learning for applications in biowissenschaften and contribute to strategic directions in structural and cell biology, as well as single-cell analyses.
November 4
- 5G in the Operating Room: Technological Advancements Unlock Opportunities for Hospitals➀ An interdisciplinary team in France and Germany has developed hybrid operating rooms using 5G and AI to improve patient outcomes; ➁ The project, 5G-OR, aims to reduce complications and streamline workflows; ➂ The team has implemented AI-assisted monitoring, AI-supported analysis of surgical data, robot-assisted telesurgery, and mobile robotic support in the OR; ➃ The focus is now on transferring these applications into clinical practice and expanding the network for broader user feedback and international collaboration.
- Promising Perspectives for Personalized Medicine: Fraunhofer IMM Experts Use Their Know-how in Microfluidics and Single-Cell Technologies to Print Organ Structures➀ The Fraunhofer IMM is using microfluidics and single-cell technologies to print organ structures for personalized medicine. ➁ They have developed a method to selectively print individual cells in specific patterns. ➃ The goal is to create tissues for transplantation or whole organs.
- More International Students - Rüsselsheim Campus Launches New Program➀ Hochschule RheinMain aims to attract more international students with a new program called PreStudyING@HSRM; ➁ The program is designed to help alleviate Germany's engineering skills shortage and increase the number of international students at the university; ➂ PreStudyING@HSRM offers intensive language and subject-related courses to prepare students for their engineering degrees.
- Research for the Future, Application Transfer for the Present➀ The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) is a key player in microchip manufacturing with its comprehensive range of services from lab to fab. ➁ The institute focuses on memory technologies, sensors, actuators, and MEMS systems, with a strong emphasis on sustainable microelectronics. ➂ Fraunhofer IPMS collaborates with industry leaders and offers a full-service offering for MEMS, MOEMS, and microdisplay technologies, including pilot production and technology transfer support.