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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.

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

Discover the fascinating diversity of microorganisms that live in and on us, and take a peek into the otherwise invisible world of bacteria and fungi.

Surfing Through the World of Technology

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

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.

Self-healing and shape-memory polymers, as well as polymers used as drug carriers, are the focus of current research, in which automation, digitalization, and AI are playing an increasingly important role.

The invisible radiation

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.

Dive into the fascinating world of chemistry! Conduct your own experiments, solve tricky puzzles, and discover just how exciting chemistry classes and teacher training can be.

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.

We’ll give you a glimpse into our research on molds and show you how we’re searching for new antibiotics. You’ll learn how we work safely with molds in the lab and discover the fascinating “language” of microorganisms.

Do you want to build and solder something yourself and get your circuit up and running? Then come join us in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology!

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