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What will tomorrow’s energy supply look like—and what aspects of it are already a reality in Jena today? The City of Jena’s exhibition “ENERGY—WHAT MOVES US” provides answers to these and other questions about the energy transition.

Send digital data securely using “magical” light particles, or create images out of thin air! Researchers at Fraunhofer IOF are developing state-of-the-art systems to protect our data and diagnose diseases using quantum technologies.

Learn how artificial intelligence (AI), satellite imagery, and drones are revolutionizing archaeological research by enabling precise remote sensing and terrain mapping to uncover hidden sites and shed light on history using state-of-the-art

What do we feel—and why? How do fear, stress, or hope influence our thoughts and actions, especially during challenging times?

Can you defuse the bomb? The green light is the perfect way to tell if you've wired it correctly!

What holds the world together at its very core? To use ores, water, and energy resources sustainably over the long term, we need to understand exactly that. What is the Earth made of, and how was it formed? What processes take place within and on its surface? How do we know this?

Learn how general aviation is used as a flying weather observation network and how data science supports the maintenance and repair of aircraft engines through predictive maintenance.

At the UKJ, we care not only about the health of our patients, but also about the well-being of the animals used in our experimental research

Artistically crafted specimens and easy-to-understand models convey the fundamentals of anatomy and offer fascinating insights into the body’s inner workings. The historical significance of this 200-year-old collection can be experienced, for example, through Goethe’s intermaxillary specimens.

How are high-precision components made from modern materials? See firsthand how 5-axis CNC machines are used to manufacture complex free-form optical surfaces with the highest precision and to finish ceramic-printed watch components.

About robots that can detect transparent objects and special cameras that make the invisible visible

Series of posters with explanations

How are camera systems designed that can capture information from different distances without moving the lens?

In addition to guided tours and an exhibition, we also offer hands-on activities for all ages...

The generation and storage of electrical energy (electricity), the storage and utilization of carbon dioxide, and the production of “green hydrogen” are at the heart of the energy transition we are striving for. We provide an overview of current research.