Trade fairs, conferences and events

Why do we need hydrogen? The answer is simple: For a climate-neutral economy. Wherever direct electrification is not possible, hydrogen can replace fossil fuels - directly or in bonded form for example as powerfuel Where can I get hydrogen and how can I use it? Green hydrogen is produced by splitting water with the help of renewable energies. In our program, you will learn how to produce, transport and use green hydrogen. In the process we share with you the latest research knowledge from the Fraunhofer IST and show you how hydrogen is already being used by our associate companies. You will have the opportunity to exchange ideas with scientists and entrepreneurs, but you will also get an introduction to the components of tomorrow's hydrogen economy. You don't need any prior knowledge. We will start from where you are now. We look forward to meeting you!

This year, the 19th edition of the International Conference on Plasma Surface Engineering PSE will take place in Erfurt. With this year's topics "Plasma Surface Engineering enabling Sustainability" and "Hydrogen Technologies", the focus will be on sustainability. In addition to various presentations at the conference, the agenda includes an exhibition as well as networking opportunities, tutorials and workshops. Fraunhofer IST will be represented in various contributions to the event's program.

Automechanika 2024 is the world's largest trade fair for the automotive industry with a focus on the aftermarket, bringing together industry, dealership trade, maintenance and repair segment. The event is one of the most important B2B platforms for the transfer of knowledge between technology and science. Together with the Fraunhofer IWU, the Fraunhofer IST is participating in the Future Mobility Workshop 4.0, in which future technologies can be experienced interactively and presents a plastic automotive component repaired by using polymer extrusion.

The ZVO Oberflächentage in Leipzig will take place from September 11 to 13, 2024 in Leipzig. The congress offers a total of 98 lectures on various topics of surface and galvanic technology and an industrial exhibition. The ZVO Surface Days are characterized by a special practical orientation that enables networking between science and technology. The Fraunhofer IST is participating in the program with various presentations.

After last year’s success, the "Fraunhofer Photonica" summer school will again take place in September 2024. Five Fraunhofer research institutes are once again opening their doors to the world of photonics. Starting on September 15 and ending on September 21 of this year, the summer school will provide many insights into the research focuses of the different Fraunhofer institutes to up to 20 young researchers. The summer school will focus on the following topics: Laser-based light sources, Light and plasma as a tool for manufacturing, Photonic quantum technologies and Green Photonics. It is aimed at students enrolled in a suitable Master's study program as well as students who are about to finish their Bachelor’s degree and students who recently graduated from a Master's level study program. The application deadline is on May 15, 2024.

Attention students, graduates and young professionals! The “Niedersächsische Summer School” offers practical career preparation for young scientists and deals with issues that are highly relevant in industry and research. This year, the focus is on the topic of fuel cells and batteries, which is particularly relevant in the context of the energy transition and the associated need for forms of electricity generation and storage. Prof. Dr. Sabrina Zellmer from the Fraunhofer IST is giving insights on polymer electrolyte membranes and MEAs for PEMFCs as part of the diverse program of the Summer School.

The International Conference on Space Optics is considered the largest global gathering for experts in the fields of optical, optoelectronic and photonic technologies. The focus of the conference is on the application of these technologies in space missions. It thus offers a platform for discussions on current research, past and new developments and flight experiences. The Fraunhofer IST is participating in the conference with a presentation on bandpass filters for hyperspectral imaging.

ERA-Net Cofund AquaticPollutants is an EU co-funded project of the three European Joint Programming Initiatives (JPI) Water, Oceans and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), which investigates trace contaminants, pathogens and antimicrobial resistant bacteria in the water and their impact on human health. The final conference of AquaticPollutants offers 18 funded research projects a platform to present their results. The results contribute to the reduction of water pollution which is a current problem in the world. As part of the final conference, Dr. Jan Gäbler from the Fraunhofer IST will present the results of the SERPIC project, which is investigating the use of clear water from wastewater treatment plants as an additional water resource for irrigation.

The 47th ak-adp Workshop for Sustainable Bonding Technology using Atmospheric Pressure Plasma is being organized by the User Group for Atmospheric Pressure Plasma and will take place in Jena from November 13 to 14. The event is divided into four sessions on the topics of adhesion, material combination, recyclates and recyclability. Fraunhofer IST is participating in the workshop with a contribution by Prof. Dr. Michael Thomas, who will give a presentation on optimal adhesion and debonding-on-demand.