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  • 19.05.2025 – 09:37

    Technische Universität München

    TUM professor develops AI chip

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Cyber-secure and energy-saving AI chip developed for decentralized use without the cloud A new AI chip developed at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) works without the cloud server or internet connections needed by existing chips. The AI Pro, designed by Prof Hussam Amrouch, is modelled on the human brain. Its innovative neuromorphic architecture enables it to perform calculations on the spot, ensuring full cyber security. ...

  • 08.05.2025 – 10:06

    Technische Universität München

    Why people reject new rules – but only until they take effect

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Study shows psychological reasons for responses to smoking bans and the like Why people reject new rules – but only until they take effect • Many people react negatively to rules that restrict personal freedom • Study shows that rejection decreases significantly after the rules are introduced • The reason is a psychological mechanism that causes rejection of a change in ...

  • 06.05.2025 – 08:49

    Technische Universität München

    Identifying pathogens within minutes instead of days

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Mass spectrometry detects bacteria without time-consuming isolation and multiplication Identifying pathogens within minutes instead of days - Identification directly in tissue and stool samples - So far 232 medically important bacterial species detectable - Database must now be further expanded Speed and reliability are crucial in the diagnosis of diseases. Researchers at the ...

  • 30.03.2025 – 15:16

    Technische Universität München

    TUM spin-off launches first rocket

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Success for innovation ecosystem in aerospace TUM spin-off launches first rocket Isar Aerospace, a spin-off of the Technical University of Munich (TUM), has conducted the first test flight of its rocket - and thus also the first launch of a carrier rocket designed to transport loads into orbit from Western Europe. In future, the system will be used to launch small and medium-sized satellites into space, which are crucial for ...

  • 12.03.2025 – 09:03

    Technische Universität München

    Thanks to exoskeleton and electrical stimulation: Regaining mobility quickly after a stroke

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Interaction of exoskeleton and electrical stimulation Regaining mobility quickly after a stroke Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a system that helps patients learn to move their paralyzed arms and hands quickly after a stroke. This requires targeted stimulation of the muscles in the ...

  • 26.11.2024 – 13:10

    Exyte

    Exyte Receives Micron's Outstanding Supplier Performance Award in Supplier Diversity

    Stuttgart, Germany (ots/PRNewswire) - Exyte, a global leader in the design, engineering, and delivery of high-tech facilities, was presented with the Outstanding Supplier Performance Award in Supplier Diversity at the Micron Supplier Day 2024. The event, held in San Francisco, CA, USA, was attended by top-level management of Micron and its suppliers, including Exyte. ...

  • 21.11.2024 – 11:44

    Technische Universität München

    New method for designing artificial proteins

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Designing large new proteins with AI New method for designing artificial proteins - Efficient design of new proteins with desired properties - Size of newly designed proteins is approaching that of antibodies - Predicted protein structures successfully validated in experiments Protein design aims to create customized antibodies for therapies, biosensors for diagnostics, or ...

  • 21.11.2024 – 11:40

    Technische Universität München

    TUM ranked 12th worldwide for interdisciplinary research

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE New THE Interdisciplinary Science Rankings TUM ranked 12th worldwide for interdisciplinary research The major challenges facing the world today can be addressed only through collaborative efforts encompassing multiple scientific fields. Consequently, the British magazine Times Higher Education (THE) has created a new ranking that measures the interdisciplinary dimension of ...

  • 09.11.2024 – 10:19

    Technische Universität München

    Windfall profits from oil and gas could cover climate payments

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Companies took in half a trillion dollars more than expected in 2022 Windfall profits from oil and gas could cover climate payments A central issue at the UN Climate Change Conference, set to start on November 11, will be the negotiations on new payments from industrialized nations to poorer countries. However, the question of whether and how these payments will be financed ...

  • 29.10.2024 – 07:55

    Technische Universität München

    Significant Extension of Zinc Battery Lifespan

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE TUM Researchers Develop New Chemical Method for Improved Energy Storage Significant Extension of Zinc Battery Lifespan - Improvement to several hundred thousand charge cycles - Protective layer for zinc anode - Important result in basic research - Large-scale engineering implementation still pending The transition to renewable energy requires efficient methods for storing large ...

  • 09.10.2024 – 09:40

    Technische Universität München

    Artificial intelligence for AI policy

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE AI4POL research project develops tools for more efficient regulation Artificial intelligence for AI policy How can Europe efficiently achieve its goals in the regulation of artificial intelligence? And how can the EU itself use AI for this purpose? In the AI4POL project, an international research team will investigate whether EU regulations actually support its citizens. ...

  • 21.08.2024 – 09:47

    Technische Universität München

    More academic freedom leads to more innovation

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Study establishes link for the first time More academic freedom leads to more innovation • Data analyzed from 1900 to 2015 in around 160 countries • Patent applications decline when scientific freedom is restricted • Loss of 4–6% in innovation capacity predicted The innovative strength of a society depends on the level of academic freedom. An international team ...

  • 02.08.2024 – 12:30

    Technische Universität München

    What gave the first molecules their stability?

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE New insights into the origins of life What gave the first molecules their stability? • Until now, it was unclear how complex molecules could survive in the primordial soup• Unstable RNA molecules are stabilized by double strands • RNAs may be able to form their own complementary strand The origins of life remain a major mystery. How were complex molecules able to form and ...

  • 25.07.2024 – 14:32

    Technische Universität München

    TUM and NTU Singapore sign flagship partnership

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Global network is growing TUM and NTU Singapore sign flagship partnership • TUM's fourth flagship partnership• Focus on quantum sciences • Connection with Joint Global Research Hub at TUM Campus Heilbronn The Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU) have set up a flagship partnership. The agreement strengthens TUM's ...

  • 19.07.2024 – 16:44

    Technische Universität München

    World’s first megawatt charger for electric trucks

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE Major advance for long-distance electric road transport World’s first megawatt charger for electric trucks • In the future, the legally required rest period will be long enough for a full charge. • Enormous environmental benefits from transition from diesel to electric power • Technology ready for use With partners from industry and research institutions, the Technical ...

  • 14.06.2024 – 10:09

    Technische Universität München

    Impact of Russian social media campaigns less pronounced than often assumed

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE War-related disinformation most effective among conspiracy-minded people Impact of Russian social media campaigns less pronounced than often assumed • 19,000 people in Europe and America surveyed on Russian disinformation • Major differences between countries • Whether propaganda is believed does not primarily depend ...

  • 27.05.2024 – 10:41

    Technische Universität München

    Multi-purpose mucus - What mucins can do in medicine

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE What mucins can do in medicine Multi-purpose mucus They are in our eyes, on our tongues, and in our stomachs: Protective layers of mucus, a slime consisting primarily of mucins. These are molecules which bind water to form a natural lubricant. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) use them to develop coatings for contact lenses and intubation tubes, healing ...

  • 16.05.2024 – 17:21

    Technische Universität München

    Risk perception influenced less by media than previously thought

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH NEWS RELEASE People don’t overestimate the frequency of dramatic causes of death Risk perception influenced less by media than previously thought For decades, researchers have assumed that people overestimate the risk of dramatic causes of death, such as road traffic accidents. The reason given for this was that such deaths are the subject of far greater media attention than more ...

  • 16.05.2024 – 10:19

    Technische Universität München

    GARMI care robot becomes a universal assistant

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH PRESS RELEASE From skill sets to an overall concept GARMI care robot becomes a universal assistant - At the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA2024) in Yokohama, Japan, geriatronics researchers from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) will present four new research projects - including work on gripping objects and new safety functionalities. - For the first time, ...

  • 02.05.2024 – 14:05

    Horizon3.AI Europe GmbH

    Horizon3.ai Unveils Rapid Response Service for Cyber Resilience

    Horizon3.ai Unveils Rapid Response Service for Cyber Resilience Empowering Organizations to Preemptively Address and Prioritize Confirmed Exploitable Vulnerabilities SAN FRANCISCO, May 2, 2024 – Horizon3.ai, a pioneer in autonomous security solutions, today announced the launch of its Rapid Response service, now part of the NodeZero™ platform. This one-of-a-kind capability marks a significant advancement in ...

  • 29.04.2024 – 09:48

    Technische Universität München

    TUM professor uses ChatGPT for choreographies with flying robots

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH PRESS RELEASE Combining robotics and ChatGPT TUM professor uses ChatGPT for choreographies with flying robots - Prof. Angela Schoellig has proved that large language models can be used safely in robotics. - ChatGPT develops choreographies for up to nine flying robots performing to selected music. - An additional algorithm guarantees that the drones will fly safely. Prof. Angela Schoellig ...

  • 17.04.2024 – 15:32

    Technische Universität München

    Siemens opens its largest cooperation center worldwide at TUM

    TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH PRESS RELEASE New Siemens Technology Center at TUM Campus Garching Siemens opens its largest cooperation center worldwide at TUM - Siemens Technology Center to be part of TUM’s Industry on Campus strategy. - TUM president Thomas Hofmann hails first-class infrastructure and innovative workspaces at the STC. - Research to focus on ...