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Welcome to Fraunhofer ITWM!

We are one of the world's largest mathematical research institutes and our goal is to further develop mathematics as a key technology, give innovative impetus and implement it in practice together with industry partners. Methodologically, our research areas are based on modeling, simulation and optimization. Integral parts of our projects are consulting and implementation, support in the application of high-performance computer technology and providing tailor-made software solutions. We not only use simulation software, but also develop it ourselves, often in cooperation with leading software companies.
Nowadays, companies of all sizes use simulations on regular bases which gives them benefit in terms of product innovation and quality assurance. Our customers are mainly in the automotive, mechanical engineering, textile, computer industry and finance sectors.

Departments and Fields of Activity

News

Interview RHEINPFALZ Newspaper With the Head of the Institute / 08.01.2025

»We Are All Pulling Together in Research«

In the interview, Prof. Dr. Anita Schöbel talks about her everyday life as head of the institute and her research activities. Among other things, the interview covers mobility, the lack of young talent and current energy issues. She also provides insights into the ongoing projects at the Fraunhofer ITWM.

Press Release / 02.01.2025

Simulation Tool for Climate-Friendly District Heating Management

District heating networks are becoming increasingly complex due to the feed-in of renewable energies and the trend towards decentralization. Our simulation tool »AD Net Heat« simulates the heat flows in the entire network, forecasts peak loads and helps with the planning of new networks.

Book Article »Forscherinnen im Fokus« / 13.12.2024

AI Instead of 007: The Exciting Cases Await in Mathematics

This article is taken from our book »Female Researchers in Focus – We Create Change«. We introduce Dr. Henrike Stephani and her career path to the Fraunhofer ITWM. In the article, she describes her reasons for studying mathematics and talks about her research in disaster relief using Deep Learning.

Portrait Victor Adeyemi / 11.12.2024

International Young Talent at the Fraunhofer ITWM

Victor Adeyemi from Nigeria completed an internship at Fraunhofer ITWM during the last three months. His main focus: quantum computing. From the challenges of obtaining a visa to culinary and climatic differences – Victor overcame many hurdles to pursue his professional goals.

News / 09.12.2024

Rhineland-Palatinate Funds Project on Ageing Research and Resilience

The Mainz University Medical Center, the Leibniz Institute for Resilience Research and the Fraunhofer ITWM have received funding of 417,000 euros from the state of RLP for their project »Digital Resilience Support for Relatives of People With Dementia (Dream)«.

News / 03.12.2024

Funding »Optical Quantum Metrology«

We are extending our terahertz expertise to the mid-infrared range. Together with the Fraunhofer IOF, we are investigating non-linear crystals for the optical frequency conversion of ultrashort laser pulses from the near to the mid-infrared range. The Fraunhofer Cluster of Excellence Advanced Photon Sources CAPS is funding the project with a total of 250,000 euros.

Interview / 26.11.2024

Innovative Simulation Tools for Optimizing Foam Production

Dr. Konrad Steiner, Head of the »Flow and Material Simulation« department, talks about our FOAM simulation tool in an interview. The department will be at Foam Expo Europe from December 3 to 5, 2024, presenting our products and research into foam production for lightweight construction.

Review Math Talent School / 22.11.2024

Young Mathematicians in the Professional World

Four groups with pupils from very different parts of Germany, bit they all have one thing in common: they love mathematics, physics and computer science. We introduce you to a young talent from each team.

Upcoming Events

Kaiserslautern / Lecture / 16.01.2025

»QPerfect« visits Fraunhofer ITWM – Expert Exchange on Quantum Computing

Experts from »QPerfect« visit our institute in January.

They will give a lecture on the latest developments in the field of Quantum Computing and demonstrate a quantum simulator.

Blick über den Tellerrand / Hybrid Talk / 28.01.2025

Metalheads – Why Do We All Have So Much Metal in Our Heads?

Heavy metals such as zinc, copper, manganese and iron are vital for us - literally nothing works in the body without them. In her lecture, Prof. Dr. Sabine Becker talks about the importance of heavy metals for our body and the effects of a lack of them.

San Francisco / USA / Conference / 25.01.2025 – 30.01.2025

SPIE Photonics West 2025

SPIE Photonics West is an international event focusing on research into photonics technologies. In addition to plenary lectures, interested parties can also take part in intensive courses and exhibitions. Our experts Prof. Dr. Georg von Freymann and Dr. Erik Waller from the »Materials Characterization and Testing« department are on site with presentations.

Frankfurt am Main / Workshops / 31.01 – 01.02.2025

MINT-EC School Management Conference 2025

MINT-EC invites to the school management conference in 2025. Isabelle Dieckhoff (Fraunhofer ITWM) and Dr. Anna Lena Birkmeyer (Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau RPTU) present the Felix Klein Center, with offers such as the mathematics scholarship, early entry into studies or the Math Talent School.

Essen / Fair / 11.02. – 13.02.2025

E-world Energy and Water 2025

The fair is the central meeting point for the European energy industry. A team from our departments »System Analysis, Prognosis and Control« and »Financial Mathematics« as well as our division »High Performance Computing« are on site to present our innovative research results and solutions with a focus on the energy industry.

France, Paris / Conference / 17.02. – 21.02.2025

DTE and AICOMAS 2025

These joint conferences provide a platform to discuss the latest developments in the fields of Digital Twins, Artificial Intelligence and computational Methods.

Our experts from our division »Mathematics for Vehicle Engineering« are on site to give presentations.

Kaiserslautern / Fraunhofer ITWM / Workshop / 20.02.2025 – 21.02.2025

Practical Challenges – ToolIP Solves

The workshop on our image processing software ToolIP offers interested parties the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of typical modern image processing workflows. At the end of the course, you will have a solid knowledge of image processing and will be able to use ToolIP to develop creative solutions in industry and research.

Hannover / Fair / 03.03. – 05.03.2025

Tire Technology Expo

Our colleagues Alex Gallrein, Dr. Christoph Burkhart and Francesco Calabrese from the »Mathematics for Vehicle Development« division, »Tire Simulation« team, are on site. Together with the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS, they are providing information about our research in this area. Our colleague Axel Gallrein is part of the course »Tire modeling and its application in tire and vehicle development short course« as an expert.

Paris, France / Fair / 04.03. – 06.03.2025

JEC World 2025

The JEC World trade fair brings together companies, start-ups and experts in the field of composite materials. Participants can find out about applications in various industries and expand their networks.

Experts of the Fraunhofer ITWM will be presenting the exhibit »Zerstörungsfreie Prüfung von Verbundwerkstoffen« (Non-destructive Testing of Composite Materials) at the Fraunhofer joint booth.

Digital Seminar / 25.03. – 27.03.2025

MESHFREE – Beginners

»MESHFREE« can be used to simulate a variety of situations as it efficiently adapts to moving geometry elements. In the training course, we provide an overview of the tool and show how the software can best support your requirements. In addition, practical examples will be presented to illustrate the versatile application possibilities and advantages.

Kaiserslautern / Fraunhofer ITWM / Conference / 06.10 – 08.10.2025

KLAIM 2025

The KLAIM takes place from October 6 to 8, 2025 and offers a platform for mathematicians to exchange ideas and present current results on the main topic »Coupled Problems«. We look forward to exciting discussions and inspiring contributions!

Regular Seminars

Seminars of the Division »Mathematics for Vehicle Engineering«

In 2025, further training seminars of the division »Mathematics for Vehicle Engineering« will take place again!

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