Fraunhofer researchers and their partners have developed an innovative and eco-friendly method of producing soda, essential for a wide range of industries, in the Green Soda project. The process is ...

Despite being widely popular, moths, and their larvae in particular, are not always welcome in forests, parks and gardens. Some moth species constitute a real threat to forests when they appear en ...

Electric vehicle batteries consist of multiple modules, each one comprising many individual battery cells. These modules are the centerpiece of any battery and are responsible for the lion’s share of ...

Production of fine chemicals such as those used in pharmaceuticals is typically complex and laborious. An interdisciplinary team of Fraunhofer researchers worked together across different projects to ...

Take a bite? To entrepreneur Amelie Reigl, sharks mainly symbolize strength and efficiency. Medical innovation relies on animal testing. Or does it? Planned Fraunhofer biotech start-up TigerShark ...

The plasma source is introduced close to the paper’s surface. The image shows the direct interaction of the plasma with the paper. Water droplets on the coated paper with hydrophobic properties.

Forest fires are increasing worldwide. Researchers at Fraunhofer EMI and CAURUS Technologies GmbH are working on an innovative extinguishing method that will allow fires to be fought quickly and ...

Germany is a leader in research, enjoying an outstanding reputation worldwide. But the big challenge here, in the “land of thinkers,” is how to turn scientific excellence into economic success.

On October 1, Prof. Miriam Unterlass is taking over as the director of the re-nowned Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research ISC in Würzburg. Having previously taught at the University of Konstanz ...

Finding answers to questions about the future of cities: Dr. Alanus von Radecki relies on smart data management. Dr. Alanus von Radecki helps cities and municipalities harness the power of data, ...

Accelerating the future: Dr. Hunter King aims to support the hydrogen sector with his spin-off, Integrative Nanotech. Making hydrogen safer and more efficient to use is Dr. Hunter King’s vision. His ...

Super useful: Amandine Perez focuses on proteins made from sunflower seeds. More plants, less meat, dairy and eggs: The world urgently needs a rethink of how and what people eat. How start-up Sunbloom ...