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Welcome to Dresden – tomorrow’s home for business, science and quality of life.

A place where innovative ideas grow into successful projects and products of the future. First-class research and development are closely intertwined here – and benefit from the outstanding factors that make the dynamic state capital the city it is.

Dresden Ambassadors

In Dresden, many young talents are working to shape our future in a sustainable way. Because whether for universities or companies: Dresden is a hotspot for greentech. But you can not only work in innovative industries here, you can also enjoy a relaxed evening after work. The Dresden Ambassadors show what the city has to offer.

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Dresden Ambassadors Episode 20: The future is being built here!

Did you know that Dresden is an important research centre for sustainable building? Leonie and Daniil from the Institute for Building Materials at TU Dresden show us how the TU advances the building transition and visit a travelling exhibition by the Plattform Bauwende Sachsen, aiming to reach people in rural areas. And with the new Dresden Stadtforum, we get to know a building that shows in a very practical way what the future of building could look like.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 18: Experience the world anew - with extended reality (XR)!

See the world differently - with Extended Reality (XR) made in Dresden! Linh and his colleagues at HTW Dresden open our eyes to Virtual (VR), Mixed (MR) and Augmented Reality (AR). The broad spectrum of eyewear technology supports, among other things, the study of building systems technology and opens up completely new aspects and experiences of education. But what do students actually say about it?

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 17: Driving the energy transition forward smartly - and then bouldering

Driving the energy transition forward - and that all the way to New Zealand: Robotron uses intelligent electricity meters and databases, enabling a greener future. How does it work and what else comes with it? Elisa, herself a student of business informatics at TU Dresden, explains it, together with her colleague Kai. And then she is off to Robotron's long-standing partner, SachsenEnergie, driving an electric car.

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Dresden Ambassadors Episode 16: Fitting out MEGA yachts with high-end technology

Anyone enjoying nature in Dresden's forest may come across the Deutsche Werkstätten. The company specialised in custom interior fittings for mega yachts. State-of-the-art 3D simulations and virtual reality are used here, together with the good old craftsmanship. Lea, currently an apprentice at the Werkstätten in Hellerau, gives us an insight into the furnishing of the luxury boats.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 15: Between ultra-thin coatings for solar cells and ... love!

Alex from VON ARDENNE shows you Dresden's many different perspectives: The company operates worldwide with coating systems for applications in research and industry. Among other things, the ultra-thin coatings are used in fuel cells or solar systems. Alex's Swiss colleague Gian-Piero emphasizes the sustainable, innovative and tailor-made approach to production.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 14: Clean air and water – from Dresden for the global economy

Experts develops sustainable solutions for exhaust gas purification and water treatment. Carolin and Nico show us where the “technological magic” is created and how the systems actually work.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 13: Everything Everywhere All in Quantenmechanik

It sounds like science fiction but it is reality in Dresden. At the Fraunhofer Institute IPMS, a research team explores the fascinating world of quantum technology. Anne-Julie provides us with an exclusive insight behind the scenes!

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 12: Green hydrogen applied in practice

From the Blaues Wunder Bridge and its spectacular views to green hydrogen: Carolin from Sunfire, together with her colleagues and project partners, shows us the future potential of this renewable energy source and why Dresden plays an important pioneering role.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 11: Setting the pace for tomorrow's traffic

What could the transport system of the future look like? Luise and Johannes are investigating this question. They are studying at the Faculty of Transport Sciences at TU Dresden.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 10: Off to a hydrogen-green future!

Carolin works at Sunfire. The company strives for a world without fossil fuels. The secret? Green hydrogen, obtained from electrolysers. The young woman from Dresden takes us into the factory hall where the technology of the future is stacked one on top of the other. A very special surprise awaits us on the roof.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 9: Learning from the human brain

In the this episode, Anne-Julie from Fraunhofer IPMS explains what a piece of cake and microelectronics have in common. She takes us into her employer's clean room, where scientists are working to develop new wafer technologies. The goal is to design microchips that use as little energy as possible for their enormous computing power.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 8: Full speed ahead with solar energy

For Franziska Jahn, a green city means not only beautiful recreational areas, but also a climate-neutral energy supply. This is exactly what SachsenEnergie AG, where Franziska works, is working on. The innovation power plant in Dresden-Reick shows exactly how this can be achieved. In about ten years' time, Dresden wants to be climate-neutral - with ideas that are already being tested there.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 7: Henry makes hydrogen sustainable

Henry Schneider's route through Dresden takes him to Linde Engineering. There he works on driving the energy transition with hydrogen technologies, from production to storage and use. He sees Dresden as an ideal environment for research and application.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 6: Ideas with a lasting effect

Sabine moved to Dresden a few years ago to study. At Biofabrik GmbH, she works on solutions for industries that face major challenges on their way to becoming more environmentally friendly. After spending some time in Sweden, she was happy to come back: Not only because you can work on exciting projects in Dresden - but also because you can enjoy your free time with a view of the Elbe.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 5: Solar panels by the metre

Stephan Kube works for Heliatek. The company has solutions that allow us to turn our cities into giant solar power stations without much effort. Stephan introduces us to this unique technology.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 4: What high-tech and wine tradition have in common?

Laura Nousch introduces us to fuel cell research at the Frauenhofer Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems (IKTS). The Frauenhofer IKTS is just one example of why Dresden plays an important role in research into new power generators.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 3: Science, but make it excellent

Kaori Nakashima works in science communication at the Physics of Life (PoL) Cluster of Excellence - and is at home in Dresden. In the city, scientists not only work at different universities, but also come together from different disciplines and pool their expertise in clusters of excellence. Kaori introduces us to one of these clusters in this episode of Dresden Ambassadors. In the "Physics of Life" cluster of excellence, interdisciplinary research is carried out between physics and biology.

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 2: Setting the stage for sustainability

Leopold from the Dresden University of Fine Arts researches recyclable stage sets and takes us behind the scenes. Every play needs a set - but much of the decoration ends up in the rubbish when the season is over. Cardboard instead of plastic, corn instead of foam: thanks to modern production methods, more and more sustainable materials are finding their way onto the stage. In Dresden, art and high-tech go hand in hand!

Dresden Ambassadors Episode 1: Lisa makes lightweight construction recyclable

Lisa Dahrmann researches the recycling potential of lightweight materials at the Institute for Lightweight Construction and Plastics Technology (ILK) at TU Dresden and takes us around the city on her cargo bike.

What makes Dresden the home of tomorrow

Greentech

Pioneers of green technologies for the future

Robotics

Robotics think tanks are revolutionizing Industry 4.0

5G / 6G

Home to the next generation of mobile communications

Startup

Support for new businesses.

Smart City

Urban projects in Dresden

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence up close and personal

Smart Health

The 'cradle' of the medical future in Dresden

Work and career

Living and working on the Elbe in Dresden

Information materials

to the Dresden site

Meetings.Moments.
Memories.

Dresden. Congress city with the best conditions.

Cutting-edge research

Did you know that filter paper, bras and toothpaste were all invented in Dresden? Along with many other ideas that have improved the lives of people all over the world. Because the spirit of invention runs deep in this city. Today, it is the many universities and research institutes that are responsible for many fantastic new ideas. Whether it be mobile communications, artificial intelligence, microelectronics, smart materials or e-mobility, this startup city is laying the foundations for innovative solutions to kick-start their worldwide career in Dresden.

The research being conducted by the Dresden University of Technology (TU Dresden), driven by leading national and international scientists, is setting trends for social and global challenges. It is the only university in central Germany to be classified as a university of excellence. Through its faculties and professorships, it pools scientific expertise in the region and beyond, making a key contribution to Dresden’s innovative strength, and ensuring it becomes an important partner for research institutes and businesses within Germany and abroad.

A number of startups and uni spin-offs are using their new products to shape the future. The pioneering spirit is palpable – and visible – for businesses based here: With over 100 registered proprietary rights a year, the TU Dresden holds one of the largest numbers of patents of any university in Germany. And yet it is just one of several prestigious scientific addresses in Dresden.

Know-how in the business hub that is Dresden

Playseat testing at the CeTI (TU Dresden)

Dresden is a changing city. New ideas and innovative products are quickly promoted here among major players, SMEs and startups. And its future-oriented economic structure is key to its strong evolution. Products from the fields of robotics, the Internet of Things, Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence, 5G mobile communications, life sciences and sustainability are all developed here for national and international customers.

Dresden’s particular strength lies in microelectronics and nanotechnology. The Saxon state capital is Europe’s largest microelectronics hub. Did you know that every third EU-made microchip for Smartphones and cars comes from Dresden? Europe’s largest industry network for the semi-conductor and microsystems industry is also based here in the form of Silicon Saxony.

Life on the Elbe

But it’s not just knowledge and business that are breaking new ground here. Above all, Dresden is a city offering outstanding quality of life. Its architecture, nature and cultural heritage are well known – and loved – by people all over the world. The Semperoper, Frauenkirche and Saxon Switzerland attract over six million tourists to Dresden and surrounds every year.

The vibrant art and cultural scene is omnipresent. The Dresden State Art Collections are the oldest and second largest museum group in Germany. The Green Vault (Grünes Gewölbe) and Old Masters Picture Gallery are among the most renowned collections on the planet. World-class art is well and truly at home in Dresden.

Dresden locals and businesses enjoy quick access to all the city’s facilities, good transport connections, and a central location in the heart of Europe. The public transport system like trains and buses ensure lush greenery in a short ride away – indeed often just around the corner. Because green spaces and woodland make up 70 percent of the city.

Another plus underlining Dresden’s sustainability is the fact that the city has for years had one of the highest birth rates in Germany. Dresden is tomorrow’s home – including for future generations.