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#Live | 𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 "𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱" 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 We’re excited to share that Andrej Kržič `s PhD thesis, “Quantum key distribution with entangled photons in daylight,” is among the five finalists for this year’s Quantum Future Award, presented annually by the Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung. The award ceremony takes place today. Andrej’s research, conducted at Fraunhofer IOF in the field of quantum technologies, focuses on data security in the information age based on quantum mechanics. His work demonstrates an experimental system for quantum key distribution (QKD) over free-space channels in daylight. This represents a significant step toward global, 24/7 quantum communication, paving the way for satellite-based implementations. Today is the day! Andrej will deliver a three-minute live pitch to present his research to the audience and jury. Don’t miss the chance to support his work by tuning in and casting your vote for the audience award! ⏰ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm 📍 Watch live here 👉https://lnkd.in/e2hbgtBT

#News | 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗢𝗙 On November 22, despite cold weather and sleet, more than 12,000 science enthusiasts visited the Long Night of Science in Jena. 1,300 people stopped by our institute to explore cutting-edge research. Across four themed exhibition areas, we showcased technologies and innovations “made in Jena”. Expert lectures provided deeper insights into our work. Prof. Dr. Norbert Kaiser shared how nature serves as a source of inspiration for optical technologies, while Dr. Falk Eilenberger highlighted Fraunhofer IOF’s role in the upcoming CO2M satellite mission. Rohan Kundu demonstrated how micro-optics can improve road safety with applications in vehicle lighting systems, and Pascal Birckigt captivated guests with a pop-up lecture on optical systems for space exploration, held right in the exhibition area. Interactive exhibits and activities brought science to life for all ages, with highlights including a quantum-inspired game and the crowd-favorite SPOT robot dog. We were delighted to welcome so many curious minds at Fraunhofer IOF! ✨ Read a comprehensive recap of the event here: https://lnkd.in/esyibNpq

#Media | 𝗗𝗲𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗸 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 In July, a journalist on assignment for Deutschlandradio, Carolin Riethmüller, visited Fraunhofer IOF to find out more about the Q-net-Q project. IOF researchers Prof. Fabian Steinlechner and Dr. Thorsten Goebel together with Prof. Thomas Hühn of Hochschule Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences gave valuable insights into the project and the current state of research of quantum technologies. The final radio feature aired yesterday as part of the program “Science in Focus”. Listen now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJ_NDwV5 (in German) The Q-net-Q project is being implemented as part of the European program EuroQCI with national co-financing from Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung.

#News | 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗼𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗧𝟯𝗗 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗴 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁 At this year’s PDV GmbH User Forum, our colleagues from the Imaging and Sensing Department showcased the future of 3D scanning and robotics in a spectacular way.   Representatives from over 150 institutions from across Germany gathered to discuss “Digital Transformation – The Big Leap Forward!”, but the evening dinner held an unexpected twist. 🔍 Just before the meal, a "murderous incident" occurred in the hall. To solve the case, Fraunhofer IOF deployed cutting-edge technology.   Walking robot Spot and our 3D scanner, goSCOUT3D, scanned the scene in no time. The result? A detailed digital twin of the incident for the police investigation file. This virtual replica remains accessible and enables detailed analysis, even after the "crime scene" is cleared.   Find out more about goSCOUT3D and Spot here 👉https://lnkd.in/evHQvdMK During the Long Night of the Sciences at Fraunhofer IOF on November 20 from 6 p.m. till midnight, interested parties also have the opportunity to see the scanner and robot in action. Pictures: © Stefan Eberhardt | medien-partner.net

#Upcoming | 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗢𝗙 On Friday, November 22., the Long Night of the Sciences will take place in Jena and, of course, Fraunhofer IOF will participate. 💡 In addition to a wide range of exhibits from 6 p.m. to midnight and hands-on science, there will also be exciting lectures: 6:30 – 6:50 p.m.: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘉𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘌𝘺𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘓𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 by Prof. Dr. Norbert Kaiser. 7:00 – 7:20 p.m.: 𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘳𝘰-𝘖𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 by Rohan Kundu. 7:30 – 7:50 p.m.: 𝘕𝘢𝘯𝘰-𝘖𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩 by Dr. Falk Eilenberger. 8 p.m., 9 p.m., 10 p.m., 11 p.m. at Fraunhofer IOF 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘰𝘴𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘛𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘴 𝘝𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 by Dr. Pascal Birckigt. Join us for a night of live, interactive science! 📍 Where: Beutenberg Campus, Albert-Einstein-Straße 6 & 7, Jena 📍 When: November 22, 6 p.m. – midnight More details: https://lnkd.in/eX3Y_bJa

#News | 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗙𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗢 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗢𝗙   On November 4 and 5, we hosted the second consortium meeting of the PriFUSIO project at our institute. Through engaging discussions, participants reviewed recent milestones and charted the course for the project's next phases.   𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗙𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗢: Funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung), PriFUSIO aims to develop key technologies for climate-neutral fusion power plants of the future by developing optical materials and components as the basis of efficient high energy lasers for inertial confinement fusion.   At Fraunhofer IOF, we’ve contributed by developing high-power coatings and gratings, as well as precision methods for measuring residual scattering and absorption. Through close collaboration with project partners, significant progress has been made in identifying the specific requirements for optical components and optimizing processes to withstand the extreme conditions of laser fusion - moving one step closer to the project’s goals.   👉 Learn more about the PriFUSIO project here: https://lnkd.in/eqUaFy-r   A big thank you to all partners for the intensive exchange!   Focused Energy Inc. Marvel Fusion TRUMPF Laser AG Heraeus Quarzglas International GmbH SCHOTT AG LAYERTEC GmbH LASEROPTIK GmbH Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. (LZH) Fraunhofer ILT

#Upcoming| 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗢𝗙 𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁   🔍 At Fraunhofer IOF, we are pioneering the future of optics manufacturing through innovative solutions like additive manufacturing and inkjet printing. This technology allows for the cost-effective production of highly customized micro- and macro-optics, integrating components like conductor tracks, LEDs, and photodetectors directly into optical systems.   At Formnext - Where ideas take shape we want to explore the future of optics together with you! Visit us at hall 11.0 booth D31, November 19 – 22!   Discuss with us our research, which focuses on optimizing the entire process chain – from surface pre-treatment to printing and post-treatment – enabling fast, flexible, and material-efficient production for industries such as automotive, medical, and communication technology. With scalability for both mass production and small series, we're transforming the way individualized optical components are created.   Let's connect – we look forward to meeting you!   👉 https://lnkd.in/epZF5dXB

#Live | 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗻𝗼𝘄 – 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀𝟰𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 Join our third webinar in the Photonics4Future series today from 2 – 2:45 PM! Dr. Anne-Sophie Munser talks about the “Characterization of Optical Surfaces and Coatings” and its importance for applications in fields such as aerospace, lithography, and optical metrology. The participation is free of charge and possible without pre-registration via Microsoft Teams here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ea5HUHrY

#Upcoming | 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗼𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗢𝗙 Lights on at Fraunhofer IOF!💡 On November 22, Fraunhofer IOF in Jena invites all science enthusiasts to the Long Night of Science #LNDWJena to experience the fascinating world of optics and photonics firsthand. From 6 p.m. to midnight, we’re opening our doors to curious minds of all ages. 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱𝘀: 🚗 Light and Mobility – Explore future traffic technologies, meet robot dog "Spot," and witness cutting-edge 3D scanning in action. 🤖 Seeing and Feeling in the Future – See how robots interact with transparent objects and learn about cameras that unveil the invisible. 🔐 Quantum Leaps into the Future – Experience secure data transfer with quantum light and innovative imaging techniques for sensitive samples. 🌌 Adventure Space – Learn how glass technologies from Jena help unlock cosmic mysteries and how Fraunhofer IOF’s space technologies collect vital data in space and about Earth. Don’t miss our 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 at the Abbe Center of Photonics Auditorium🎤: 6:30 – 6:50 p.m.: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘉𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘌𝘺𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘓𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 Prof. Dr. Norbert Kaiser explores how nature inspires groundbreaking research at Fraunhofer IOF. 7:00 – 7:20 p.m.: 𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘳𝘰-𝘖𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 Rohan Kundu showcases how advanced micro-optics enhance safety in modern vehicles. 7:30 – 7:50 p.m.: 𝘕𝘢𝘯𝘰-𝘖𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩 Dr. Falk Eilenberger reveals how Fraunhofer technologies support the ESA mission CO2M to better observe climate change. 8 p.m., 9 p.m., 10 p.m., 11 p.m. at Fraunhofer IOF 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘰𝘴𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘛𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘴 𝘝𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 Dr. Pascal Birckigt explains how Fraunhofer IOF’s innovative glass technologies enable high-precision sensors for gravitational wave detection and talks about their role in the Einstein Telescope as well as their potential for astronomy and Earth observation.   🍔 For your culinary needs, a food truck will be stationed in front of the Abbe Center of Photonics.   Join us for a night of live, interactive science! 📍 Where: Beutenberg Campus, Albert-Einstein-Straße 6 & 7, Jena 📍 When: November 22, 6 p.m. – midnight More details: https://lnkd.in/eX3Y_bJa

#Upcoming | 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀𝟰𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 NOVEMBER 14, 2024 | 2 – 2:45 PM | DR. ANNE-SOPHIE MUNSER: “CHARACTERIZATION OF OPTICAL SURFACES AND COATINGS” Understanding and controlling surface quality across the entire photonic process chain is essential for high-performance optics. On November 14th, from 2:00 to 2:45 PM, we invite you to a deep dive into methods for characterizing optical surfaces with Dr. Anne-Sophie Munser. The third webinar of our Photonics4Future series will provide an in-depth look at roughness analysis through the Power Spectral Density (PSD) function and its relationship to scatter light, giving you valuable insights into controlling surface quality across the entire photonic process chain. Additionally, we will cover particle and defect detection based on light scattering, essential for applications in fields such as aerospace, lithography, and optical metrology. Discover our portfolio and expand your knowledge of advanced surface characterization techniques and their impact on high-performance optics. The participation is 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 and possible 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗲-𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 via Microsoft Teams. Save the date now and tune in on Thursday at 2 PM 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8FQE3cV