The Pfizer Healthcare Hub 2025 at DMEA
From April 8 to 10, Europe's leading digital health fair will take place in Berlin. The theme: 'Time To Connect Digital Health.' The Pfizer Healthcare Hub will be there again.
What drives the digital health industry today and tomorrow?
Experts from politics, science, and practice will discuss the latest developments and challenges in the digital health industry. A comprehensive program of lectures, discussions, and workshops will take place on a total of six stages.
When: April 8-10, 2025
Where: Berlin ExpoCenter City | Messe-Süd (Jafféstraße) exhibition grounds
Meet the Hub-Team
The Pfizer Healthcare Hub team will be present with a booth in Hall 2.2. We are currently looking for start-ups that have developed innovative solutions in the following areas:
- Vaccines: Vaccine management
- Oncology: Study recruitment & patient companions
- AI-based innovations
Come visit us at the DiGA & Mobile Health area in Hall 2.2, booth C-115 – we look forward to connecting with you!sdsd
Mehr über die DMEAQuantum, Serendipity and Networks in "The Länd" and beyond
How can technological breakthroughs like quantum computing revolutionize the business world? At this year's first event in the "Burgers, Drinks & Brainfood" event series, the focus is on quantum technology. Peter Neske, Innovation Lead at the Healthcare Hub Freiburg, provides insights into how quantum research can be combined with practical applications.
What awaits you?
The evening offers a platform for targeted networking and knowledge transfer at the highest level. Take the opportunity to learn more about applications of quantum technology and to make new contacts and discover synergies for joint projects.
Meet the Hub Team
Peter Neske will talk about a recently completed quantum project and show how quantum research can be linked to practical applications, for example for sustainable production or digital healthcare. The lecture offers impulses for anyone who wants to better understand and use the potential of quantum computing and collaboration.
When: March 12, 5 p.m
Where: iteratec, Stuttgart location, Zettachring 6
The event is for invited guests only. If interested, contact [email protected]
Productivity Progress, Augmented Reality und Low-Cost Automation
With the 'IT & AI Forum Ortenau – Digitalization in Production,' the organizers aim to promote networking and discussions among and with professionals from IT and industry, as well as students from the fields of IT, AI, and engineering. The program includes presentations from industry and academia on the development of IT and AI.
Offenburg University, microTEC Südwest, Black Forest Innovation GmbH, and the Society for Computer Science Südbaden e.V. regularly organize the IT & AI Forum Ortenau, aiming to provide insights into new production technologies and offer space for exchange and networking. This time, the agenda includes topics such as ideas for productivity progress, augmented reality, and low-cost automation. Participation is free of charge.
When: Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 4:15 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Offenburg University, Work-Life Robotics Institute, Building Hall 101, Max-Planck-Straße 1, 77656 Offenburg
Agenda
- 4:00 PM: Arrival of participants and registration
- 4:15 PM: Welcome by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Wendt (Offenburg University), Viola Erb (Black Forest Innovation), K. Ramakrishnan (microTEC Südwest), and Stefan Rössel (GI e.V.)
- 4:30 PM: Low-Cost Automation and Robotics: Research and Transfer for SMEs
Steffen Schröder from Offenburg University provides an overview of new approaches to low-cost automation and robotics and introduces the Work-Life Robotics Institute. - 5:00 PM: Industry 4.0 and (No) Productivity Progress / New Ways & Ideas
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Theo Lutz (Head of the Digital Supply Chain Research Group, Offenburg University) and Stefan Rössel (Managing Director of 4IoT GmbH) present the Digital Supply Chain Lab of Offenburg University and a planned Industry 4.0 study. - 5:30 PM: Augmented Reality - The Potential Awaits in Your Pocket!
Simon Schleifnig, AR enthusiast and founder of the digital agency talsand and the AR platform Vithrough, explains the simplicity of augmented reality and its application possibilities as well as new business models. - 6:00 PM: Discussion, conclusion, and networking

Spin2Win: From Science to Startup
Fancy an inspiring evening full of pitches, networking, and collaboration? Then come to FRIZ on January 13, 2025, at 5:30 PM! Under the motto 'From Science to Startup,' several Freiburg research teams will present their startup ideas and showcase the pioneering work emerging from Freiburg's institutions.
Spin2Win is organized by the arise Accelerator in cooperation with the GRÜNDUNGSBÜRO of the University of Freiburg and supported by Start-up BW. Look forward to a relaxed atmosphere with drinks and snacks, perfect for exchanging ideas and fostering collaboration.
What awaits you:
- Engaging panels and insightful talks
- Inspiring spin-off concepts from Freiburg’s research community
- Unique networking opportunities with like-minded innovators
When: January 13, 2025, at 5:30 PM
Where: Freiburg Innovation Center - FRIZ, Georges-Köhler Allee 302, 79110 Freiburg, Germany
Agenda:
5:30 Welcome & Introduction
5:50 Pitches Part One
6:10 Panel talk "Founder Stories: What's happening at Freiburgs research institution?"
6:30 Short Break
6:45 Pitches Part Two
7:00 Input about Opportunities for Reseachers
7:20 Networking & Small Bites