Latest News at the Institute

Here we collect current press releases, impressions of recent events, publications such as professional articles, professional portraits or interviews in online media or other interesting news. Each department and each division bundles these news according to subject area and interests on the individual pages. There they also provide further exciting information such as job vacancies or upcoming events.

In addition to the latest news, you will find further press releases and publications in our archive.

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Presse Release / 05.02.2025

Dynamic Electricity Prices and Flexibility Marketing for Schoonschip

Since January 2025, the floating energy community Schoonschip of 30 houses has been connected to energy and flexibility markets. Our solution makes it possible to forecast consumption and generation to optimize the use of electricity.

 

Podcast Streuspanne / 04.02.2025

Can Statistics Be Used to Predict the Next Federal Chancellor?

In the latest episode of the »Streuspanne« podcast, we take a look at election polls and their uncertainties. On the occasion of Donald Trump's surprising re-election, we take a look at how forecasts are made, what pitfalls they have and how we can assess their quality. Elections are also coming up in Germany – can we expect a similar surprise here?

 

Press Release / 28.01.2025

Ministry Funds New Quality Assurance Project

All companies want to produce as efficiently as possible, make optimum use of their machines and avoid wasting resources. In the new Re(Pro)³ project, we are researching how inline process and product monitoring can help companies achieve this. The Rhineland-Palatinate Ministry of Science and Health is funding the project.

 

News / 27.01.2025

Happy Birthday EURO!

Today, the Association of European Operational Research Societies (EURO) celebrates its 50th birthday! Half a century of innovation and collaboration in the field of operations research. This day also marks the start of the »Operational Research Awareness Day«, which will take place every year on January 27. Our institute director Prof. Dr. Anita Schöbel is President of the EURO. We develop mathematical models and algorithms to optimize complex decisions under the keyword »Operational Research«.

 

Podcast Streuspanne / 24.01.2025

Mini Series »Artificial Intelligence and Statistics« – »Shallow Learning«

In the third episode of our mini series, we look at the topic of »Shallow Learning«. Listen in and join us as we answer the following questions: What exactly is it all about? What challenges does this form of AI entail and what does it have to do with the McDonald's ordering system and Microsoft's chatbot? [Our podcast is only available in German]

 

Press Release / 23.01.2025

E-world Energy and Water 2025

Saving energy and using it sensibly – this goal runs through many of our projects. That's why we will be at E-world Energy and Water 2025 in Essen from February 11 to 13 to present our latest developments in the context of »Using AI, Digital Twins and Smart Algorithms to Achieve a Resource-Efficient Energy Industry«.

 

News / 15.01.2025

»STANCE« Whitepaper

The new whitepaper is about neuromorphic technologies that enable efficient computing solutions inspired by the human brain. As part of the »STANCE« alliance, we are promoting this progress and facilitating access for companies and research. The STANCE Knowledge Hub serves as a central platform that pools knowledge, breaks down barriers and connects researchers with industry.

 

News / 14.01.2025

Quantum Computing in 2025

The United Nations has declared 2025 the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ). They are therefore honoring the 100th anniversary of the development of quantum mechanics.

As a place of quantum research, we at Fraunhofer ITWM are participating in the anniversary year with educational programs and other events.

 

Interview RHEINPFALZ Newspaper With the Head of the Institute / 08.01.2025

»We Are All Pulling Together in Research«

In the interview, Prof. Dr. Anita Schöbel talks about her everyday life as head of the institute and her research activities. Among other things, the interview covers mobility, the lack of young talent and current energy issues. She also provides insights into the ongoing projects at the Fraunhofer ITWM.

 

Press Release / 02.01.2025

Simulation Tool for Climate-Friendly District Heating Management

District heating networks are becoming increasingly complex due to the feed-in of renewable energies and the trend towards decentralization. Our simulation tool »AD Net Heat« simulates the heat flows in the entire network, forecasts peak loads and helps with the planning of new networks.

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