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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.

The invisible radiation

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.

Discover the German language in all its diversity: from dialects to current language trends to the movements of the mouth when speaking.

Optics Balzers Jena GmbH – Harnessing Light with Optical Filters

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

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.

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.

Experience chemistry with all your senses: Mix your own perfume, discover the scent of the oceans, solve scent puzzles, and write secret messages with colorful chemistry.

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

With Robo-Power, we're fighting the antibiotic crisis. Visit our unique robotics platform, JenXplor!

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

Glass research and manufacturing, preform production, fiber drawing, fiber post-processing, characterization, and fiber applications—the Leibniz-IPHT Center of Excellence brings together the entire value chain for specialty optical fibers under one roof.