Fraunhofer Institute for Microengineering and Microsystems IMM

Fraunhofer Institute for Microengineering and Microsystems IMM

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As leading contract research organization we provide research and development services to our customers and partners from industry, other research organizations and universities for more than 30 years. Transferring requirements into workable and customer friendly solutions we secure a competitive edge and head start in innovation. Based on our profound experience in microsystem technology we accept challenges others don’t due to a lack of knowledge/experience or interest.


With our project work we contribute to the Fraunhofer Strategic Research Fields of Hydrogen Technologies, Resource Efficiency and Climate Technologies, Digital Healthcare and Bioeconomy.

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Hydrogen Technology Expo 2026

October 20-22, 2026 | Hamburg

HTE World is a solutions-oriented forum to discuss the development of new technologies to bring hydrogen into the mainstream for stationary and mobile applications.

Visit us in hall B5 booth 5G26.

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Fraunhofer IMM Develops System Solution for Ammonia-Powered Engines in Inland Water-way Shipping

How can ammonia produced from renewable sources be utilized for propulsion? This is the question addressed by the AmHyPower project. IMM will show the technology at SMM trade show in Hamburg  (1 - 4, 2026, H. A4, B. 231).

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Maritime trade fair SMM 2026

September 1-4, 2026 | Hamburg, Germany

Visit us at the leading international trade fair for the maritime industry and talk to our experts in applied research.

Hall A4 Booth 231

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Microfluidic Systems for On-Site Detection of Microorganisms

We congratulate Dongzhe He on the successful defense of his doctoral theses in the field of microfluidic systems.

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Improving the Availability of mRNA-Based Drugs

Innovative mRNA-based therapeutics and vaccines offer hope in the fight against cancer, genetic disorders and infections. As part of the RNAuto project, seven Fraunhofer Institutes developed an automated, digitally controlled production system that operates quickly, flexibly, and cost-effectively.

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Biodegradable seed coating for effective seedling protection and supply

As part of the SeedPlus project, researchers from three Fraunhofer institutes have developed a biodegradable seed coating that features integrated water storage capacity and protection from herbicides to facilitate high germination rates.

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Faster certainty: InBaDtec brings water analysis out of the lab and directly to the point of use

When water samples are tested for microbiological contamination today, the process still often begins and ends in a laboratory. The InBaDtec platform is designed to fundamentally change this. The system brings the analysis to where it is needed.

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From concept to first test drive: pure ammonia propulsion realized for the first time

An engine powered exclusively by ammonia, without blending in fossil energy sources: IMM will present the core technology behind this breakthrough at Hannover Messe 2026.

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