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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.

Insects are by far the most species-rich class of animals. They inhabit the most unusual habitats. But what makes them so successful? We introduce the subjects of our research and discuss their lifestyles and their contribution to science.

With our film about the world of cell biology, we’d like to invite you to enjoy the beauty of life and simply relax.

Gaming as if it were 1980

Optics Balzers Jena GmbH – Harnessing Light with Optical Filters

Stadtwerke Jena - We're Here for Jena and the Region

How can a glow stick glow—without bending it? Why can a Tonic soda glow? We'll get to the bottom of these questions together with you.

Making its debut! Take a look at the fascinating plant collection at the Haussknecht Herbarium. Discover what a plant specimen more than 100 years old reveals about the future—and how AI helps us unravel the mysteries of plants!

We offer guided tours, hands-on activities, and interesting exhibits.

What do lasers have in common with medicine, the environment, food, and even your daily cup of coffee? More than you might think!

witelo and Imaginata are visiting JEDI to showcase their favorite experiments: Together with the JenaWirtschaft team and students from the Carl-Zeiss-Gymnasium, we invite you to experiment, marvel, and join in the fun.

Creatures of the Night and Unknown Beings: We showcase current research projects on the hidden diversity of animals.

We'll show you how optical systems are created and how they work. Come experiment with light and optics with us!

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.

Surfing Through the World of Technology