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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.

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.

GÖPEL electronic reveals what's really inside every seventh egg.

Photo Exhibition: Climate Research Above the Tree Tops

The exhibition “Images of Science” features fascinating research images from the EAH Jena that are not only scientifically compelling but also aesthetically inspiring.

The heart is the engine of life—we'll show you how to keep it running on your own and how we can help you do that.

Perpetua mobilia? Inverted mirror images? They don't exist - or do they? How illusions work is sometimes not so easy to recognize. See for yourself!

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?

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

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

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.

How can we learn about our Earth from space? In “Adventure in Space,” we introduce you to technologies that reach for the stars.

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

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.

Optics Balzers Jena GmbH – Harnessing Light with Optical Filters