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Fraunhofer IAP specializes in the development of (bio)polymers and nanomaterials, plastics processing, functional integration, lightweight construction technologies, and the chemical recycling of plastics. We combine extensive expertise in polymer research with knowledge from engineering, materials science, nanotechnology, and biotechnology. This enables us to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow in a targeted manner.

Our focus is on bioeconomy and sustainability, energy transition and mobility, health and quality of life, as well as industry and technology. Around 260 employees at seven locations develop customized solutions from the initial idea to industry-oriented prototypes for the packaging industry, energy, environmental and wastewater technology, aviation, the automotive industry, rail vehicle construction, lightweight construction and the construction industry, the textile industry, biotechnology, and medical technology.

Fraunhofer-Institut für Angewandte Polymerforschung IAP

Geiselbergstraße 69 | D-14476 Potsdam  

https://www.iap.fraunhofer.de

The Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS in Dresden ranks among the leading research partners in laser, materials, and system engineering. The institute develops practical system solutions for industry and society—from tailor-made single solutions and cost-efficient approaches for small and medium-sized enterprises to turnkey systems for international markets. Its work unites laser applications, advanced surface functionalization, and new materials and processes.

Research activities span aerospace, energy and environmental technology, medical technology, the automotive industry, mechanical and tool engineering, electrical engineering, microelectronics, and photonics and optics. The institute’s five strategic innovation fields—battery technology, hydrogen technology, surface functionalization, photonic production systems, and additive manufacturing—shape its long-term orientation. Its mission centers on translating scientific insight into viable industrial solutions at pace.

Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS

Winterbergstraße 28 | D-01277 Dresden

www.iws.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer IVV is a leader in the fields of food, packaging, product effectiveness, processing machinery, recycling, and the environment. In our daily work, we not only address current challenges, but also continuously advance future topics such as the bioeconomy, circular economy, and digitalization. We develop high-quality food and safe packaging from renewable raw materials and residual materials. Using new technical applications and intelligent digital solutions, we ensure smooth mechanical processing and keep environmental impacts low. In the interests of conserving resources, we are working on innovative recycling processes and turning recyclates back into high-quality materials.

At our locations in Freising and Dresden, around 300 employees are working on new applications in the fields of process engineering and packaging. Using our technologies and expertise, we find tailor-made solutions for a wide variety of challenges and bring them to market maturity.  

Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV

Heidelberger Straße 20 | D-01189 Dresden   

https://www.ivv.fraunhofer.de

The Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU is your innovation-driven partner for applied research and development in production engineering, with locations in Chemnitz, Dresden, Leipzig, Wolfsburg, and Zittau.

We unlock potential for competitive manufacturing, across industries like automotive, aerospace, or precision engineering. Our research and contract research encompass the entire manufacturing ecosystem, from individual components to processes, methods, complex machine systems and human interaction.

As one of the leading institutes for resource-efficient manufacturing, we bank on highly flexible, scalable cognitive production systems using nature as an example and take a holistic approach to the entire process chain. We develop and optimize technologies and intelligent production plants. Our services include innovative lightweight structures and technologies for processing new materials, and the latest technologies of additive manufacturing (3D printing). We provide solutions for climate-neutral factory operation and large-scale production of hydrogen systems.

Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU

Nöthnitzer Straße 44 | D-01187 Dresden

www.iwu.fraunhofer.de