APPLIED DEEP TECH FEST 2025
For Deep Tech investors only: Where science meets market readiness
The Applied Deep Tech Fest provides a unique platform to explore transformative opportunities across four key fields. The intimate, focused setting with Deep Dive Sessions also fosters meaningful connections with Europe’s leading Deep Tech pioneers.
Join us for a keynote by Michael Förtsch, CEO of Q.ANT. Following the keynote, a panel of Deep Tech experts will discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of innovation.
Our exclusive Deep Dive Sessions bring together leading researchers and investors to explore key innovation topics. A top investor presents a startup use case and market opportunities, while a tech expert highlights cutting-edge advancements and challenges.
Connect with startups, industry experts and peers driving the transformation of cutting-edge research into scalable businesses. Wrap up will be celebrated at the lively Stuttgarter Frühlingsfest!
This years topics
Establishing Deep Tech in the South West Germany
Explore four Deep Tech topics where groundbreaking science meets market-ready solutions. Each topic can be worked on in a deep dive workshop.
Quantum Reality
What are the pressing technological challenges in the race to advance quantum and photonic systems?
Digital Health
What are the critical factors for the success of novel approaches in Health?
Semiconductors
What does it take for Europe to maintain competitiveness and secure its „right to play“ in the evolving semiconductor industry?
Intelligent Robotics
Is this the dawn of humanoid robots and AI taking center stage in shaping our future?
Our speakers
Keynote and panel talk from Deep Tech experts
Michael Förtsch
CEO Q.ANT
#keynotespeaker
Dr. Frederick DuBois
Partner Earlybird-X
#panelspeaker
Maike Lambarth
Founder Cyclize
#panelspeaker
Prof. Bauernhansl
Director Fraunhofer IPA
#panelspeaker
Prof. Jens Anders
Director IIS
#panelspeaker
AGENDA 2025
Deep Tech in the morning fest in the evening
Connect with industry experts and peers driving the transformation of cutting-edge research into scalable businesses. Wrap up will be celebrated at the lively Stuttgarter Frühlingsfest!
10:00 – 11:00
Arrival, breakfast, and information
11:00 – 11:15
Welcome and introduction to NXTGN
11:15 – 12:00
Keynote & panel Talk
12:10 – 13:40
Deep Dive
Track 1: Quantum Reality
Track 2: Intelligent Robotics
13:45 – 14:45
Deep Tech poster session & lunch
14:50 – 16:20
Deep Dive
Track 1: Digital Health
Track 2: Semiconductors
16:25 – 16:55
Spaces for networking
17:00 – 18:00
Short break
18:30 – 19:00
Frühlingsfest
19:00 – 23:00
Dinner & networking
NEXT GENERATION APPLIED DEEP TECH STARTUPS
Former success stories from the Southwest
Alep Alpha, Ineratec, powercloud, Volocopter, CureVac, HyImpulse and many more current success stories had their origins in research from the Southwest. Don’t overlook the potential game-changers of tomorrow. Here, you’ll get a sneak peek into the rising Applied Deep Tech teams from the Southwest that have been making waves over the past year.
21 Semiconductors
University of Stuttgart
With the MEXL (Membrane External Cavity Laser), 21 Semiconductors offers an optically pumped laser system that combines the advantages of solid-state and diode lasers.
Nanoshape
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Nanoshape aims to reduce implant infections. Inspired by dragonfly wings, we utilize a nanostructure to enhance artificial joints, bone plates, and dental implants, giving them antibacterial properties.
Cyclize
University of Stuttgart
Cyclize is developing a plasma-based process that replaces fossil resources and produces syngas, which serves as a basis for the production of everyday items such as plastics, hydrogen, as well as eFuels in the chemical industry. This enables the carbon cycle and utilizes non-recyclable plastic waste.
Cenmat
University of Stuttgart
Cenmat is an innovation center aimed at catalyzing electrolysis into a scalable, green, and profitable technology. We offer several product lines, including HYScale – a novel and cost-effective electrolysis technology that does not rely on critical raw materials.
Rabbit.AI
University of Heidelberg
Rabbit.AI recreates the real world in the computer for visualization and AI applications such as autonomous vehicles.
Sat:io
University of Stuttgart
Sat:io develops individual cloud-based software tools for tasks such as satellite command, mission planning, or flight dynamics within a comprehensive tool suite.
Alithea Bio
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Alithea Bio revolutionizes cancer therapy through personalized treatments. With our sensitive solutions, we collaborate with pharmaceutical and biotech companies as well as clinics to achieve this goal.
Fraunhofer IPA as a location
Be where technology happens
Fraunhofer IPA is a leading center where cutting-edge research, industry expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit come together to shape the future of automation and robotics.
As a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration, it fosters diverse perspectives and groundbreaking solutions. Conveniently situated in Stuttgart, it offers easy access by plane, car, and train, making it an ideal destination for innovators, businesses, and researchers alike.
Get in touch
Do you have any questions?
Then contact Eric Heintze directly by email. We look forward to hearing from you!
Dr. Eric Heintze
Senior Technology Expert
Session & research partner
