Department 2: Research and Knowledge Transfer

Research and knowledge transfer are key competitive factors. They open up new opportunities within the academic context and in student education. Research and knowledge transfer enhance the appeal of businesses and the university, as well as their reputation. Against this backdrop, collaboration between businesses and Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences is of particular importance. Politicians, businesses and universities are equally called upon to play their part in improving cooperation between academia and industry. This Research Atlas represents an important and appropriate step in this direction. The aim is to further increase the intensive interaction between industry and academia.