As one of the largest interdisciplinary research centres in Europe with top-class large-scale equipment, we work in the socially relevant fields of energy, bioeconomy, and information. Our goal is to find practical solutions for the challenges of the modern world.

In the field of hydrogen, for instance, we conduct research along the entire supply chain: from its climate-neutral production to its use in fuel cells. We are also developing innovative storage technologies and an efficient network infrastructure as the basis for a renewable energy supply.

The expectations of scientists regarding the impact of their research have evolved. More and more individuals advocate for turning our excellence into something beneficial for society.

In our work, we rely on our outstanding research infrastructure, which we also make available to external stakeholders from science and industry. For instance, we use the computing power of our supercomputers for the further development of artificial intelligence. This topic will lead our research to new frontiers in all areas. JUPITER, the first European exascale supercomputer, is currently being built at Forschungszentrum Jülich. This puts us well on the way to becoming Germany’s AI centre – and a European magnet for top researchers testing the computing of tomorrow.

Information

Our powerful supercomputers are among the world’s best. We are also working on computers that utilize completely new technologies, such as quantum computers or computers modelled on the brain.

Energy

Sun, wind, and water instead of coal and oil: what could a sustainable energy system that relies on renewable energy look like? Jülich scientists show how the climate transition can be improved, sped up, and made more economical.

Bioeconomy

Moving away from carbon to a bio-based circular economy: At Jülich, we are helping to make agriculture fit for climate change. We conduct research into how new applications for chemistry, energy production, and pharmaceutics can be developed from biological resources.

Research groups

Science is for team players. At Forschungszentrum Jülich, many research groups work together on an interdisciplinary and cross-departmental basis.

Us and the Helmholtz Association

As a founding member of the Helmholtz Association, Forschungszentrum Jülich contributes its expertise in the fields of energy, matter, information, and Earth and environment to Germany’s largest research organization.

Research infrastructure

Jülich’s research infrastructure is unrivalled in Europe, with supercomputers that are among the fastest in the world, electron microscopes that make atoms visible, and MRI scanners that can unveil thoughts.

Support for Early Career Scientists

The promotion of young talents in science is key to the Forschungszentrum Jülich. We complement a centre-wide support for early career researchers with programmes of excellence and counseling on funding opportunities.

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International and interdisciplinary

Our research thrives on collaboration – both international and interdisciplinary. At Jülich, scientists from many disciplines and from all over the world work together on solutions for the future. For instance, they develop strategies on how agricultural production can be maintained or possibly even increased in the era of climate change. This will help to ensure that the global food supply remains secure in future.

We are also initiating positive changes on our doorstep. With projects in the fields of hydrogen technology and the circular economy, we are supporting structural change in the Rhenish mining area and aim to create new jobs in the region. As a founding member of the Helmholtz Association, we want our research to have an impact.

More about Forschungszentrum Jülich

Who we are

Everything about the people who work for us, our management, and how we are organized, as well as our institutes and divisions.

What we stand for

Our values create the atmosphere on campus that makes cutting-edge research possible in the first place.

Facts & Figures

The brochure "Facts and Figures" provides a compact overview of the research centre, its focal points and activities.

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