Knowledge. Creation.

Grasping the present. Shaping the future. We research to revolutionize information processing, to transform the energy sector, and to develop a biobased circular economy. Across disciplines, creatively, and successfully.

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Atmospheric Research

Cloud machine Amazon: How thunderstorms and plants influence cloud formation and climate

Tropical thunderstorms, plants and chemical processes in the atmosphere have a decisive influence on cloud formation and climate. These are the findings of an international research consortium in two studies, one of which was carried out with the participation of Forschungszentrum Jülich and has now been published in the journal Nature.

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Supercomputing

New Cooperation: John von Neumann Institute for Computing (NIC) Enters into Partnership with Goethe University Frankfurt

The John von Neumann Institute for Computing (NIC) has been providing computation time on supercomputers for science and industry for more than 25 years. A fourth partner, the Goethe University Frankfurt am Main, has now joined the team.

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Neural Networks

Spiking neural networks reach a new level

Three studies present new models of spiking networks in the brain which are now part of EBRAINS. Electrical spikes of neurons are at the core of neural information processing. The new generation of open models are powerful tools to study the complex dynamics in large networks, with implications for basic neuroscience, neuromorphic computing and AI.

Our 3 strategic research priorities

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Information

The priority of information combines Jülich research in three areas: simulation and data science in high-performance-computing (HPC), brain research, and research on bio- and nanoelectronic information technologies of the future. Quantum technologies are another priority at Jülich.

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Energy

Jülich energy research concentrates on an energy system based on renewable energy. Scientists research technologies on all scales – from the atomic level right up to industrial innovations – covering the entire value chain from basic to applied research.

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Bioeconomy

The sustainable bioeconomy is a biobased circular economy that does away with fossil resources and utilizes renewable resources instead. Scientists from Forschungszentrum Jülich are developing new value creation processes.

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Helmholtz Research Fields

As a founding member of the Helmholtz Association, we are part of the largest German research organization and contribute our top-class expertise to four of the six Helmholtz Research Fields: Energy, Matter, Information, and Earth & Environment.

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At Jülich, we conduct research in the fields of digital transformation, climate protection, the energy transition, and the sustainable circular economy. Our research strengthens the technological and digital sovereignty of our country. It is important to me to use the potential that arises from scientific findings and innovations for practical application.

Prof. Dr. Astrid Lambrecht, Chair of the Board of Directors of Forschungszentrum Jülich

Topics

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Supercomputing

Modern science? Inconceivable without supercomputers! We are one of the leading European locations for high-performance computing – and we are developing the next generation of supercomputers.

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AI

AI is already revolutionizing many areas of life. With our infrastructure and expertise, we are working towards fully and safely exploiting the potential of this technology in the future.

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Quantum technologies

Quantum computers are changing computing in a fascinating way. At Jülich, we are testing systems and prototypes that users from all over Europe can utilize for their development work.

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Neuromorphic computing

Computers modelled on the brain have the potential to be much more energy-efficient than conventional computers. We are developing concepts for neuromorphic systems.

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Sustainability

Our findings make an important contribution to achieving global sustainability goals. Our research is also sustainable and we use resources responsibly.

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Hydrogen

Hydrogen is set to become a mainstay of the energy transition. But sustainable and marketable technologies are needed first. We are testing possible solutions.

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Battery research

Nothing works without powerful batteries – be it everyday life or the energy transition. We are working on next-generation batteries that will meet the demands of a climate-neutral energy system.

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Atmosphere and Climate

Often invisible to the human eye, they influence the global climate: chemical and physical processes in the atmosphere. We are tracking down these processes.

effzett - Forschungszentrum Jülich's magazine: Don’t stress me out!

The way in which young people deal with mental health problems depends, among other things, on the structure of their brain – or, to be precise, on the presence of a well-developed protective layer for neurons, the myelin sheath.

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