Forschungsvereinigungen müssen für die Antragstellung im Rahmen der IGF autorisiert sein. Noch nicht autorisierte Forschungsvereinigungen können einen Antrag auf Autorisierung im Förderprogramm Industrielle Gemeinschaftsforschung (IGF) stellen, wenn die Kriterien gemäß der Anlage Förderrichtline erfüllt sind.
Die Industrielle Gemeinschaftsforschung (IGF) ist ein europaweit einzigartiges, themenoffenes und vorwettbewerbliches Förderprogramm des Bundesministeriums für Wirtschaft und Energie (BMWE), das kleinen und mittleren Unternehmen (KMU) einen einfachen Zugang zu praxisorientierter Forschung ermöglicht.
Eine Kurzdarstellung veranschaulicht den Prozess von der Idee bis zur Veröffentlichung des Forschungsergebnisses.
Hier finden Sie eine Übersicht aller IGF-Forschungsvereinigungen.
IGF bewegt: Erhalten Sie in Bild und Ton Einblicke in die IGF.
Mit den Mitteln der IGF werden im transnationalen Netzwerk CORNET auch Projekte gemeinsam mit internationalen Kooperationspartnern durchgeführt ...
Im Rahmen des IGF-Kongresses wurde das IGF-Projekt des Jahres 2025 gewählt. Unter 23 Einreichungen hat der Wissenschaftliche Rat der IGF drei Finalisten nominiert. Das Gewinner-Team wurde durch das Publikum gewählt.
Ein kleiner Ausschnitt der bisher rund 12000 geförderten Projekte bietet einen Einblick in die Vielfalt der Forschungsthemen.
Die Projektdatenbank der Industriellen Gemeinschaftsforschung (IGF) umfasst rund 12000 abgeschlossene und laufende IGF-Vorhaben seit dem Jahr 1995 und wird regelmäßig aktualisiert.
Hier finden Sie Veranstaltungen mit Bezug zu IGF-Forschungsvorhaben.
ALD for Industry 2026
International Conference ALD FOR INDUSTRY for fundamental science, industrialization and commercialization of Atomic layer deposition (ALD)
The 9th International Conference ALD FOR INDUSTRY will again bridge the gap between fundamental science, industrialization and commercialization of this technology. Atomic layer deposition (ALD) is a process for depositing a variety of thin film materials from the vapor phase of matter. The growth of this technology is not only based in microelectronics applications, but also in areas of industrial Li-Ion batteries, photovoltaics, optics, light, biomedicine and quantum technology.
This event is already established since 2017 and attracts annually more than 100 participants and numerous exhibitors to visit Dresden. The Conference with Tutorial provides the opportunity to learn more about fundamentals of ALD technology, to get informed about recent progress in the field and to get in contact with industrial and academic partners. Increase your visibility and present your company in our accompanying exhibition.
This time, the Conference will take place in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
https://efds.org/event/ald-for-industry-2026/
EFDS Event: Workshop „Designing Interfaces – Innovations in Environmental and Biosensor Technology and Applications“
Discover the innovation potential of bioanalytical and environmental sensor technologies! This workshop will highlight key topics such as thin-film-based biosensors, microfluidic and lab-on-a-chip systems, advanced material innovations, functional coatings, and surface modification processes. Technologies from the fields of vacuum and plasma will also be presented as important tools for the development, production, and optimization of sensory systems.
In presentations, experts will provide insights into current developments and their applications – from fundamental concepts to practical examples. The workshop will cover diverse approaches, including medical and diagnostic biosensors, environmental and process monitoring, printed and flexible sensor technologies, photonic and optical sensing solutions, as well as implantable sensors and encapsulation strategies. The aim is to convey a broad understanding of the possibilities in modern sensor technology and to stimulate new ideas for applications in healthcare, environmental analysis, and industrial process control.
The workshop offers an open platform for exchange and network für researchers, developers, industry representatives and anyone interested in biofunctional and environmentally prospects.
Come along, inspire each other and shape the future of these exiting topics together!
Workshop „Photonic Integrated Circuits | Mapping Thin-Film Processes to Industrial Architectures“
Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) are a key enabling technology for modern photonic systems and are used in a wide range of applications, including optical communication, data centers, sensing, medical technology, quantum technologies, and autonomous driving/systems. A central factor for their performance and scalability is the precise design, fabrication, and integration of thin‑film processes into industrial PIC architectures.
The workshop provides an overview of current developments and challenges along the entire process chain – from thin‑film materials and deposition technologies to their scale‑up and industrialization on photonic platforms relevant for manufacturing environments. Key topics include process integration, scalability, robustness, and manufacturability of photonic integrated circuits, as well as cross‑cutting aspects related to their implementation in industrial contexts. Both technological fundamentals and selected practical perspectives on industrial realization will be addressed, with the aim of fostering exchange between research and industry and stimulating new solution approaches.
The event is aimed at experts from research, development, and industry who are working with photonic integrated circuits, thin‑film technologies, and photonic system integration, as well as those planning to engage in this field in the future.
Come along, inspire each other and shape the future of these exiting topics together!
Venue: Fraunhofer Heinrich‑Hertz‑Institut HHI, Einsteinufer 37, Berlin 10587, Germany
Contact person: Anja Härtel
Phone: +49 351 871-8372
E-Mail: haertel@efsd.org
Event Link: https://efds.org/event/pics/
PSE2026 - 20th International Conference on Plasma Surface Engineering
PSE2026 will take place in Erfurt in Germany. PSE Conferences offer a vibrant platform for exchanging the latest advances in research, development, and industrial applications. Contributions from both academia and industry are warmly welcome. The event fosters collaboration, discussion and innovation, connecting experts to explore how fundamental insights translate into practical solutions.
PSE2026 will take place from August 31 – September 3, 2026 at Trade Fair Erfurt in Germany. PSE Conferences offer a vibrant platform for exchanging the latest advances in research, development, and industrial applications. Contributions from both academia and industry are warmly welcome. The event fosters collaboration, discussion and innovation, connecting experts to explore how fundamental insights translate into practical solutions. The conference is framed by inspiring plenary lectures and motivating role models, highlighting key trends and achievements. Detailed conference topics are highlighted in the adjacent panel.
The international event is accompanyed by an industrial exhibition. It is more than just a showcase, the exhibition is the beating heart of the conference. From coating
machines and plasma technologies to advanced materials, analytics, and automation – here you will find the innovations shaping the future of surface engineering. Meet leading providers, exchange ideas with international experts, and seize opportunities for new collaborations. Networking, discussions, customer care, and social events all take place right here.
At PSE2026 we expact nearly 600 participants and 70 exhibitiors.
Conference Topics: Plasma and ion sources, Process Technologies, Properties and applications, Characterization and simulation
MAIN TOPIC: “Surface engineering for clean energy solutions”
TREND TOPIC: „Thin films and micro structuring methods for integrated smart systems“