Clusters / Networks

The three networks of excellence at Landshut University of Applied Sciences represent a valuable tool for promoting contact between science and industry as well as for exchanging knowledge and expertise. Their many different activities have resulted in a variety of joint projects between the partners, as well as facilitating contacts with potential partner companies, the exchange of information and enhancing the expertise of employees.

Cluster for Lightweight Design

The Cluster for Lightweight Design is a network of companies, research institutions and service providers that supports and fosters cross-sectoral cooperation in lightweight design technologies. 

Its objective is to integrate industry and research more closely and enhance the competitiveness and innovative strength of its members and partners through interdisciplinary cooperation. 

Key topics: 

  • lightweight construction materials 
  • lightweight structural design
  • manufacturing technologies 

www.leichtbau-cluster.de

Cluster for Microsystems Technology

The role of the Cluster for Microsystems Technology is to act as a central point of contact and coordination for research institutions, manufacturers and users in the fields of microsystems technology. 

Its objective is to integrate industry and research more closely and enhance the competitiveness and innovative strength of its members and partners through interdisciplinary cooperation. 

Network for Medical Technology

The application-oriented Network for Medical Technology comprises partners from the fields of medicine, science and policy. In terms of subject matter, the network deals through a variety of event formats with medical applications, above all in the field of minimally-invasive imaging, point-of-care devices for emergency response, new materials, medical assistance systems, as well as applications in telemedicine and data networking. 

Alongside joint technology scouting with hospitals, emergency services and users of medical technology, a further area of emphasis is raising the level of expertise of companies in the field of quality management and connecting manufacturers and suppliers across borders. 

www.netzwerk-medizintechnik.de