DWI - Leibniz Institute for Interactive Materials

Research at DWI focuses on the development of materials with active and adaptive properties, after being founded in 1952 with an original emphasis on keratin research and protein chemistry. The capability for active adaptation and interactivity is one of the most profound challenges of today’s materials research and will ultimately lead to the evolution of structural via functional to intelligent materials. At DWI scientists with backgrounds in polymer sciences, biotechnology and chemical engineering closely collaborate on mastering this challenge. The research approach at DWI is based on integrating molecular components, whose structure and dynamics are orchestrated by complex interactions on various length scales, into macroscopic materials, devices and in the end systems. For exceeding the passive functionalities of existing materials, DWI researches on switchable material properties, the application of memory effects, the integration of energy conversion systems, as well as on internal feedback mechanisms. Beyond materials aspects the DWI team aims at an integration of active characteristics into interacting material systems. The fields of application are diverse, dealing with surface finishing, biomedical technology, biotechnology and sustainable chemical engineering. Five research programs cover DWI’s main areas of interest: - Synthiofluidics – Microphase- and microfluidic-controlled syntheses and processes - Aqua Materials – Water-containing materials formed from aqueous solution; chemistry in aqueous systems - Functional Films and Surfaces – Surface-controlled functionality - Transport and Exchange Systems – Separation- and reaction-controlling systems and processes - Biointerface and Biohybrid Systems – Biohybrid systems and control of bioreactions in material contact

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Fraunhofer-Center für Silizium-Photovoltaik CSP

The Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics (CSP) Our profile The Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics (CSP) conducts applied research in the area of crystallization, solar modules and solar wafers. With top competencies, Fraunhofer CSP explores the field of ingot manufacturing and material development. Moreover, the manufacture and assessment of solar cells and modules as well as electrical, optical, and micro-structural materials and component characteristics are also carried out. Ultra-modern research and analytical equipment is available for these activities. Our range of service - Development and optimization of silicon crystallization techniques, their scalability and the material properties relevant for photovoltaics - Manufacture of mono- and multicrystalline silicon ingots in industral size - Pilot line for the generation of thin silicon wafers - Development of contact technology, optimization of contact processes for crystalline silicon solar cell strings - Improving the efficiency of solar cells through »Photon Management« - Characterization of the microstructure and the composition of materials used in photovoltaics - Structural, chemical, electrical and optical materials analysis and solar cell characterization - Increasing the yield in the industrial production of solar cells - Assessment of the reliability of modules and individual components Contact Fraunhofer CSP Walter-Hülse-Straße 1 06120 Halle Tel: +49 345 5589-0 Fax:-101

Fraunhofer EMB

Die Fraunhofer EMB wurde 2008 gegründet und befasst sich mit industrienaher Forschung im Bereich der Lebenswissenschaften. Hier werden innovative Zelltechnologien entwickelt, die in den Bereichen Diagnostik & Prävention, Medizin, Kosmetik und in der Bioökonomie zum Einsatz kommen. Darüber hinaus gibt es einen Schwerpunkt im Bereich der Lebensmitteltechnologie und Aquakultur. Moderne, landbasierte Aquakulturanlagen ermöglichen die technische Erprobung neuer Kreislaufsysteme und die Ko-Kultivierung unterschiedlicher Arten.

Fraunhofer IEM

The Fraunhofer Institute for Mechatronic Systems Design IEM is an expert for intelligent mechatronics in the context of industry 4.0. Scientists from the fields of mechanical engineering, software engineering and electrical engineering collaborate interdisciplinary at the Paderborn site. Focusing on “Advanced Systems Engineering“, Fraunhofer IEM explores innovative methods and tools for the development of intelligent products, production systems and services. Underlying core competencies are intelligence in mechatronic systems, Systems Engineering and Virtual Prototyping. Fraunhofer IEM currently counts 108 staff members and is managed by a three-member steering committee: Prof. Ansgar Trächtler (executive director), Prof. Roman Dumitrescu and Prof. Eric Bodden.