Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructure of Materials and Systems IMWS

We analyze the properties of microelectronics and microsystem technology components and thus increase the reliability and performance, for example, of computer chips and sensors.

We open up new potential for the use of polymers - for example, as lightweight construction materials for the automotive and aviation industry, in efficient tyres or as plastics made of renewable raw materials.

How good are the materials used in medical engineering and biotechnology? How can cosmetic care products be improved? What can materials made from natural materials achieve? We find out.

We use our top expertise to improve technology, from wafer manufacture to module production. We develop new materials to make photovoltaics more cost effective, more efficient and more reliable.

We work on the latest generation of lighting technology and improve the reliability, efficiency and color stability of LEDs.

Using material diagnostic methods, we analyze and characterize components used in hydrogen production and storage.

We drive innovations for microstructure-based optimization of optical materials and coatings, as well as for laser processing technologies used in industrial applications.

Using new technologies, we are working on the efficient, resource-saving, and climate-neutral use of carbon resources.