➀ Three Empa researchers were awarded the 2025 Empa Entrepreneur Fellowship to advance innovative products based on their research in terahertz optics, infrastructure monitoring, and laser microstructuring;

➁ Projects include ultradünne Terahertz components for 6G communication (Elena Mavrona), high-resolution strain sensors for wind turbines (Mohammad Jafarpour), and scalable laser surface microstructuring for energy and healthcare (Nicolas Zaugg);

➂ The fellowship supports commercialization efforts, including prototype development, partnerships, and startup preparations aimed at bridging research excellence with industrial applications.

➀ The Fraunhofer IEE-led HyLeiT project developed next-generation power converters using silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors for electrolysis plants, enhancing DC power quality and grid stability.

➁ Modular converter solutions with improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness were created, alongside real-time simulation models to optimize grid integration and system reliability.

➂ Partners like Infineon and SMA Solar contributed to advancing electrolyser technology, supporting decarbonization in industries and mobility, with plans for commercial deployment in renewable energy grids.

➀ Researchers at FH Dortmund aim to reduce energy losses in high-performance battery storage systems by increasing voltage levels tenfold to twentyfold, minimizing resistance-induced heat waste;

➁ A real-world lab in Ense will test 10,000–20,000V battery systems, analyze lifespan impacts, and develop insulation standards for medium-voltage DC applications;

➂ The modular high-voltage design eliminates active cooling, reduces maintenance, and enables scalable configurations, potentially revolutionizing energy storage efficiency and infrastructure.