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INTERNATIONAL CUTTING-EDGE RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS
from Kaiserslautern

The science and innovation region of Kaiserslautern is a hotspot for digital transformation in Germany. Not only are there a large number of renowned research institutes here, but many companies have also settled here in recent years, from major international corporations to hidden champions and SMEs to start-ups.
All of these institutions and companies are driving research and innovation in the field of digital transformation – you can find their latest success stories here:

FRAUNHOFER ITWM IS PART OF A STRONG CENTER FOR QUANTUM RESEARCH

Fraunhofer ITWM is participating in the international project “UpQuantVal,” which is co-financed by the EU to advance quantum sciences. Together with 18 partners, the aim is to bridge the gap between research and industry.

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EXCELLENT QUALITY AT THE WESTPFALZ CLINIC

The Westpfalz Clinic is one of Germany’s best hospitals. This was the finding of a study conducted by the F.A.Z. Institute. The Kirchheimbolanden site ranked fourth among hospitals in Rhineland-Palatinate with 50 to 150 beds.

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RPTU’S “AI COMPASS”: STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM CUTTING-EDGE AI RESEARCH

The RPTU will introduce the “AI Compass” starting in the 2025/26 winter semester. This teaching unit provides all first-year students with practical knowledge of the basics and social issues of artificial intelligence.

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SPARKASSEN FOUNDATION AWARD WINNERS 2025

The Sparkassen Foundation has honored eight graduates of RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau for their outstanding, practice-oriented theses in the fields of civil engineering, biology, chemistry, mechanical engineering, and other subjects.

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TEAM FROM KAISERSLAUTERN UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES AND ENSISA MULHOUSE WINS THE TRINATRONICS THREE-COUNTRY MECHATRONICS COMPETITION

Five students from Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences and ENSISA Mulhouse have developed a robot called “HelpFix” that is designed to act as a guide dog. The project won first place in the international Trinatronics competition.

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“CITY LIBRARY NOW ACCESSIBLE TO ALL.” – NEW DOORBELL ENSURES BARRIER-FREE ACCESS

As part of the #1BarriereWeniger project, Kaiserslautern City Library has installed a service bell to make access easier for people with wheelchairs, walkers, or strollers.

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