Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, headquartered in Munich, Germany, is Europe's leading organization for applied research. With over 75 institutes and research units across Germany, each focusing on different fields of science and technology, Fraunhofer drives innovation in sectors such as health, security, communication, energy, and environment. The organization's commitment to applied research fosters collaborations with industry, service sectors, and public administration, translating scientific findings into practical applications and promoting technological advancement globally.
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Physical Measurement Techniques IPM have developed a fluorescence-based sensor that measures the oxygen content of people’s breath directly and in real time in an effort to provide accurate figures in the future.
Fraunhofer researchers have worked alongside partners to develop an implant (termed scaffold), designed to significantly improve treatment success rates and speed up the healing process.
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA have developed a new software platform for virtual clinical in silico studies.