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X-ray CoreLab now available

New laboratory space with modernized X-ray diffractometry equipment has been set up at Helmholtz-Zentrum:

All regular HZB scientists as well as visiting scientists can now use the diverse X-ray diffractometry equipment at the X-ray CoreLab, effective immediately. Each instrument is up-to-date with the latest versions of…

PicoQuant expands its VisUV picosecond pulsed laser platform

Modules emitting in the near infrared or with high optical powers are now available:

PicoQuant has introduced two new pulsed laser modules VisUV-1064 and VisUV-532-HP, rounding out the VisUV platform line-up. Up to now, modules based on this platform provided laser pulses at 266 nm, 355 nm, and…

SENperc PV awarded at SNEC Show 2016

SENTECH presented the new, innovative SENperc PV – a metrology tool for quality control in PERC solar cell manufacturing. Al2O3/SiNx layer stacks and single films for passivation of PERC solar cells are measured. The…

exceet Member Company AEMtec Earns EN 9100 Certification

Compliance with internationally recognized quality standards for aerospace and defense technology confirmed:

AEMtec GmbH, a member company of exceet Technology Group, has earned internationally recognized certification under EN 9100. This certification, carried out by Swiss-based SQS, requires an especially high standard…

Method to transform sunlight into movement

By means of thin plastic films chemists from the Netherlands and Germany managed to use sunlight more efficiently:

A team of researchers from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin in Germany and Technische Universiteit Eindhoven in the Netherlands have developed thin plastic films, which continuously move upon exposure to sunlight. These…

SENperc PV awarded at photovoltaic exhibition in China

SENTECH’s new metrology tool for solar cell production was one of the "Top 10 Highlights" at the SNEC PV Power Expo 2016:

SENTECH presented the new, innovative SENperc PV – a metrology tool for quality control in PERC solar cell manufacturing. Al2O3/SiNx layer stacks and single films for passivation of PERC solar cells are measured. The…

Humboldt-Innovation cooperates with Handelsblatt Global Edition

Series launched presenting Berlin’s startup scene :

Humboldt-Innovation (HI), the technology transfer office of Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (HU), is an indispensable support unit for academic startups and an active member of the vibrant and international…

Lufft joins Germany's innovation elite

Sensor manufacturer ranks among the top 100 companies:

For the twenty-third time, the TOP 100 - Germany’s most innovative small and medium-sized companies - are acclaimed. This year, G. Lufft Mess- und Regeltechnik GmbH belongs to this innovation elite. The Fellbach…

Method combination of LIBS and X-ray fluorescence for the control of the recycling of sewage sludge ashes

Adlershof scientists develop industrial laboratory prototype for the elemental online analysis:

LTB Lasertechnik Berlin has developed an industrial laboratory prototype for the elemental online analysis of sewage sludge ashes in a cooperation project with Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und –prüfung (BAM)…

Coexistence of superconductivity and charge density waves observed

Physicists at BESSY II studied an artificial structure composed of alternating layers of ferromagnetic and superconducting materials. Charge density waves induced by the interfaces were found to extend deeply into the…

Enlightening and flexing memories

European Team of researchers developed a light-responsive organic thin-film transistor:

Researchers from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, led by Professor Stefan Hecht, who is a member of IRIS Adlershof, in collaboration with the University of Strasbourg & CNRS (France) and the University of Nova Gorica…

Findings in the field of spintronics

Helmholtz researchers are developing new materials systems for data storage:

Graphene on silicon carbide could be an interesting candidate for future spintronik components. Squeezing gold atoms between the semiconducting substrate and graphene does enhance spin-orbit interaction at hot spots…

Pfeiffer Vacuum introduces the new, compact and high performance HiPace 300 H turbopump

Ideal for high and ultra-high vacuum:

Many applications in research, analytics and industry require a reliable high or ultra-high vacuum. Pfeiffer Vacuum introduces the new HiPace 300 H turbopump, the highest compression turbopump in the pumping speed…

Quick detection of adulterated animal-based foods

Adlershof’s ifp participates in research project in cooperation with the BfR:

Does sheep cheese contain cow milk as well? Is some pork mixed into the beef salami? These and other questions about adulteration of animal-based foods are the focus of the research project "Animal ID" of the Federal…

Forging new products in electronics, optics and photonics

INAM Innovation Network for Advanced Materials founded in Berlin Adlershof Berlin, 7th June 2016 :

Scientists and business representatives of the Science and Technology Park have come together to form a new network. The INAM Innovation Network for Advanced Materials spans the whole value chain from basic research…

SCIENION inks Joint Development and Marketing pact with AXELA

SCIENION AG, a developer of a revolutionary new ultra-low volume liquid handling technology, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a strategic, joint development agreement with AXELA Inc. AXELA provides…

6th International Evening in Adlershof

WISTA-MANAGEMENT GMBH together with the law firm Dr. Zacharias welcomed refugees and companies for the 6th International Evening on May 18th 2016 in the Science and Technology Park Berlin Adlershof. Besides IGAFA as…

German Know How for India

Ambassador Gurjit Singh visited Europe's leading Technology Park Berlin Adlershof:

Ambassador Mr. Gurjit Singh visited the Adlershof Science and Technology Park, Berlin on 17th May 2016. He met the CEO of Adlershof Mr. Roland Sillmann and the Managing Director Dr. Helge Neumann. Amongst others,…

Helmholtz Association is supporting research in photovoltaic and hydrogen energy technology

1.9 million Euros additional funding for Helmholtz Innovation Lab HySPRINT:

HZB will be setting up the new Helmholtz HySPRINT Innovation Lab for jointly developing new combinations of materials and processes in energy applications with commercial partners. Silicon and metal-organic…

Adlershof Journal May/June 2016

No longer a balancing act: Diversity brings out the best in us! :

Zeropointzerozerozero: precision mechanics make nanoscale components//Workbench and Willkommenskultur: jobs for Syrian refugees//Students with disabilities: the accessible HU campus in Adlershof   …