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(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IFF, together with partners BEIA Consult International and INELSO Innovative Electrical Solutions, is developing a module-level sensor system under the ZeroDefect4PV project to improve monitoring and maintenance of large photovoltaic power plants. The system uses sensors attached … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer ISST and Fujitsu Research have developed a federated unlearning method that allows companies to remove their data from decentralized AI models when leaving collaborative projects. By rewinding the training process to a point before the data was … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IGB is developing a biodegradable, plant-specific fertilizer through its HanAkku project to combat the environmental damage caused by overfertilization. Using hemp shives as a natural carrier, the fertilizer delivers nutrients in a controlled, slow-release manner tailored to … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IFAM is developing an electrochemical recycling process through the MeGaBat project to recover critical raw materials like lithium, cobalt and nickel from battery recycling wastewater. Using specially designed electrodes, the system selectively extracts metal ions and converts … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IPA is developing a digital assistance system through the GenderHeart project to improve aftercare and early detection of cardiovascular disease in women, who face higher mortality rates after heart attacks and strokes compared to men. The system … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer has announced the winners of the Hugo Geiger Prize, recognizing three doctoral researchers for their contributions to applied science in quantum communication, sensor technology, and biomedical diagnostics. The award-winning projects demonstrate strong potential for real-world application, from … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Covestro and Fraunhofer UMSICHT have signed an agreement to develop a pilot plant for smart pyrolysis technology designed to recycle rigid polyurethane foam waste from appliances and construction materials. The facility, expected to begin operations in 2028, will … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT is planning to expand its development and production capacities in the Ostalb district of Germany, with the Triumph site in Aalen identified as the preferred location for the project. The expansion is driven by growing demand for … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer is developing the gammaSTAR software platform and SpinIt project to accelerate the transfer of innovative MRI technologies into clinical routine use. The vendor-neutral gammaSTAR platform allows researchers to develop and test MR sequences independently of scanner manufacturers … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer researchers have studied how artificial intelligence can be integrated into the Bundeswehr’s planned virtual learning environment to improve training and teaching quality. The project evaluated several AI functions, including a secure chatbot, a competence assessment tool called … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer has developed the NeurOSmart technology platform to enable safe and intelligent collaboration between humans and robots in industrial environments. The system combines LIDAR-based sensor technology, AI-supported data processing and neuromorphic chips that mimic brain-like decision-making to provide … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer is developing the GiantEye high-energy computed tomography system to enable nondestructive testing of large and complex objects with unprecedented detail. The system uses a gantry-based design that allows large components such as vehicles, aircraft parts and high-voltage … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer researchers are developing an adhesive-free sealing technology for paper packaging through the PAPURE project, enabling fully recyclable packaging without plastic coatings or adhesives. The process uses a carbon monoxide laser to modify paper surfaces so they can … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IAO is showcasing industrial metaverse technologies at Hannover Messe 2026, including photorealistic AI avatars, digital twins, and immersive collaboration systems designed to improve engineering and service development. Visitors can interact with virtual experts, including a digital twin … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Covestro has provided advanced polycarbonate and TPU-based materials for the SUE Self-driving Urban E-Shuttle, an autonomous electric minibus developed by UE | STUDIOS and unveiled at its world premiere. The project, funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Researchers led by the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence have developed an AI-enabled underwater welding robot capable of performing welding tasks largely autonomously. Created within the government-funded MARIOW project, the system combines a deep-sea robotic arm, AI-based … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer researchers are developing a portable gas chromatography sensor system that enables rapid, on-site detection of counterfeit foods and contaminated materials without the need for laboratory analysis. Created under the PUMMEL project, the device combines chip-based gas chromatography … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer IIS is developing an affordable solution for continuous infrastructure monitoring by adapting radar sensors originally designed for the automotive sector. In response to growing concerns about Germany’s aging bridges and railways, the approach repurposes robust vehicle sensor … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer researchers, together with agricultural partners, have developed the PhenoTruck®, a mobile laboratory designed to enable rapid, on-site detection of climate-driven pests threatening fruit farming and viticulture in Germany. By combining drone-based sensing, hyperspectral imaging, artificial intelligence, and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer researchers have developed a targeted oral care technology that selectively inhibits periodontitis-causing bacteria while preserving the beneficial oral microbiome. The innovation, created at Fraunhofer IZI and commercialized by the spin-off PerioTrap, avoids the drawbacks of conventional antiseptic … Read the full press release →