As leading contract research organization we provide research and development services to our customers and partners from industry, other research organizations and universities for more than 30 years. Transferring requirements into workable and customer friendly solutions we secure a competitive edge and head start in innovation. Based on our profound experience in microsystem technology we accept challenges others don’t due to a lack of knowledge/experience or interest.
With our project work we contribute to the Fraunhofer Strategic Research Fields of Hydrogen Technologies, Resource Efficiency and Climate Technologies, Digital Healthcare and Bioeconomy.
Innovative mRNA-based therapeutics and vaccines offer hope in the fight against cancer, genetic disorders and infections. As part of the RNAuto project, seven Fraunhofer Institutes developed an automated, digitally controlled production system that operates quickly, flexibly, and cost-effectively.
Biodegradable seed coating for effective seedling protection and supply
As part of the SeedPlus project, researchers from three Fraunhofer institutes have developed a biodegradable seed coating that features integrated water storage capacity and protection from herbicides to facilitate high germination rates.
Our Division Bioanalytics & Diagnostics presents together with the High-Performance Center for Single-Cell Technologies LZ-EZT at the accompanying exhibition “Medicine, Technology & Research”.
Faster certainty: InBaDtec brings water analysis out of the lab and directly to the point of use
When water samples are tested for microbiological contamination today, the process still often begins and ends in a laboratory. The InBaDtec platform is designed to fundamentally change this. The system brings the analysis to where it is needed.
From concept to first test drive: pure ammonia propulsion realized for the first time
An engine powered exclusively by ammonia, without blending in fossil energy sources: IMM will present the core technology behind this breakthrough at Hannover Messe 2026.
In vertical hydroponic systems, plants literally grow upward—without soil, with controlled fertilizer input, and in a water-saving setup.
Together with an international consortium, Fraunhofer IMM developed a multi-ion monitoring system designed to automatically control nutrient input in such systems, making the use of water, fertilizer, and other operating resources more efficient.
Green methanol and DME competitive in the medium term
The Fraunhofer IEE and its project partners have developed key technological, economic, and systemic foundations for the sustainable production of green hydrogen and its derivatives methanol and dimethyl ether (DME) in Chile.
FlowDLS: Real-time precision in nanoparticle analysis
With flowDLS, Fraunhofer IMM has developed a system based on dynamic light scattering (DLS) that measures particle sizes in real time. What makes flowDLS special?
Read more in our Newsletter "FlowDLS: Real-time precision in nanoparticle analysis".
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