Winnerslist Landmarks in the land of ideas
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DESIGNETZ energy transition project
Researchers, developers and users are jointly developing a blueprint for the energy system of the future
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'Engineers without Borders Challenge’ student competition
Young engineers develop solutions for real problems in developing countries as part of a competition
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nevisCura – intelligent skirting boards for elder care
Intelligent technology to prevent elderly nursing-home residents from falling
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Social-Bee integration services
A fledgling social temp agency helps refugees enter the job market in Germany
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Electronic skin for virtual reality
Soon, an ultra-thin magnetic sensor stuck to the skin will be enough to control virtual and real objects
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V-Industry –Platform for Collaborative Industry 4.0
Companies can use an internet platform to get connected and share their technology
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GlobalMatch – Search portal for international project partners
An online portal for finding tandem partners worldwide to put shared ideas into action
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Robot assistant: German Bionic CRAY X
A technical system helps people lift heavy loads, and prevents back strain
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eatapple edible straw
An edible straw avoids waste and whets the appetite for a more conscious use of resources
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Thriving Green – Spirulina farming in East Africa
To combat hunger, students in Kenya are building algae farms and training local people in their cultivation
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New approaches to art – inclusive museum tours
A project trains people with disabilities to become museum guides who open up new perspectives for visitors
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Regional Network HanseBelt
Companies form a network to combat the shortage of skilled workers in their region
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DrugTargetInspector – Computer program for cancer treatment
A data analysis procedure to help doctors find the best possible therapy for each cancer patient
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ACHAVA Festival Thuringia
A festival promotes understanding between different cultures and religions
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Experimental Hybrid OR
Tomorrow’s operating theatre is being tested in a university hospital
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College Curries
A start-up distributes spice blends produced by Indian women and helps to finance their children’s higher education
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Time-Tracker research app
African farmers use an app to keep a diary of their everyday lives for research purposes
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Cloud&Heat – Energy-efficient data centre
New technology reduces costs and energy consumption in large data centres
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FASE – Financing Agency for Social Entrepreneurship
A financing agency arranges the perfect match between social enterprises and investors
