Winnerslist Landmarks in the land of ideas
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Clean Peptide Technology – environmentally friendly peptide production
A novel process makes it possible to produce peptide molecules without harmful solvents
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‘Nano Maize’ drug transporter
Researchers are developing an inhalable drug transporter for precise delivery of medication into the lungs.
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Heyfair – Rethinking hygiene
A new disinfectant prevents infections by improving hygiene in hospitals
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My recycling app
An online platform gives waste disposal companies and businesses a way to organise their recycling processes digitally
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EinDollarBrille social enterprise
An association has developed a complete solution for establishing basic optical care in developing countries
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Future City Langenfeld
A city becomes a testing ground for ideas for the retail trade of the future
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Underwater pumped-storage power station
Deep-sea energy storage allows large quantities of electricity to be stored in an eco- friendly way
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Miniscule quantum sensor for new measurement methods
Researchers develop a sensor small enough to test hard drives and measure brain waves
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cera2heat heating technology
A start-up is revolutionising the packaging market with its innovative heating technology, and saving resources in the process
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Userlane – Making software understable for everyone
A navigation system makes it possible to use any kind of computer programme immediately without any prior knowledge
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Entern – autonomous robots for planetary exploration
Space robots that independently explore caves and craters on celestial bodies
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rfrnz – Digital contract analysis for solicitors
New analysis software makes it easier for lawyers to review contracts
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Schaeffler OriginCheck App
Customers can use a smartphone app to verify the authenticity of a brand manufacturer’s roller bearings
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Smart Service Power – Technology platform for home care
An intelligent technology platform supports at-home care
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KULTURISTENHOCH2
Students volunteer to accompany senior citizens with small pensions and disabilities to cultural events
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Privalino – Safe chatting for children
A start-up app protects children from cyberbullying and online abuse
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Hydro Solution water filtration method
An inexpensive new filtration method empowers people in Africa to produce their own drinking water
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WoodShirts – T-shirts made of wood
A start-up uses wood fibres to produce T-shirts that are soft, tear-resistant, and environmentally friendly
