This is the Expert Day
Benefit from the transfer between science and industry
Expert Day brings together researchers and industry experts for one-on-one matchmaking between academia and industry. The event lasts half a day and is conducted in English.
The Expert Day is supported by KIT-Gründerschmiede .
Upcoming events
Expert Day @ KIT
At the Expert Day, you can spend half a day networking and engaging in direct dialogue with companies from the NXTGN ecosystem.
1:30 – 2:00 PM
Welcome & Snacks
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Keynote (Inspiration) & Company flashlights (Understand company needs)
3:00 – 5:30 PM
Matching & Topic Stations (One-on-one networking and booths, discover opportunities for collaboration)
5:30 – 6:00 PM
Networking & Dinner (Free Networking)
Research Topics
Participating companies
Does your research align with one of the companies? If so, apply now for Expert Day
ADS-TEC Industrial IT
ads-tec Industrial IT provides robust IPCs and secure OT solutions for connected production environments – enhancing network security and enabling secure remote access to industrial assets – IT Security Made in Germany
Balluff EMEA
Balluff is a leading global provider of sensor and automation solutions, dedicated toenhancing industrial processes through innovative technology.
Festo
As a global leader in industrial automation and technical education, Festo stands for intelligent systems, sustainable solutions and a strong commitment to empowering people through technology.
Koehler Group
Koehler specializes in the production of specialty papers, including thermal paper, flexible packaging papers, and technical specialty papers.Koehler Renewable Energy develops projects in the fields of wind power, hydropower, combined heat and power generation, and photovoltaics.
Scharr
Friedrich Scharr KG, headquartered in Stuttgart-Vaihingen and family-owned in its fourth generation, is one of the leading providers of energy/technical services in Southern Germany.
Schwarz Digits
Schwarz Digits is the IT and digital division of the Schwarz Group, developing sovereign cloud, security, and AI solutions to the highest German data protection standards. Schwarz Digits empowers organizations across Europe to manage their digital agenda independently and future-proof.
Vector Informatik
Vector provides OEMs and suppliers of automotive and related industries with a professional and open development platform of tools, software components and services for creating embedded systems.
Your advantages
Promote your individual future and the future of society
Find individual project partnerships
We bring you together with companies that can support you. Convince them of your research and find individual research collaborations, project partnerships or startup partners.
Operate topic-specific knowledge transfer
Expert Day provides an initial opportunity for dialogue between academia and industry. Discuss current research projects and developments, and engage in professional exchanges with industry experts.
Expand your professional network
Build lasting connections with industry professionals and gain new perspectives and insights that can enrich your research in the long term.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Expert Day
That depends on the specific event and the participating companies. You can find an overview of the focus areas under “Participating Companies.” If your research aligns with one or more of these companies, please feel free to apply.
Expert Day will take place from 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The half-day event will begin with a keynote presentation and a brief round of introductions, followed by various networking activities.
Submitting an application using the provided form is a prerequisite for participation. In addition, it is recommended that you be able to present your research concisely and clearly, both to experts and to those outside your field. This will make it easier to get the conversation started when you’re there.
No, you can take part in the programme completely free of charge - Lucky you!
CONTACT US
Do you have any questions or suggestions?
Contact Nikolai directly or use our general contact form.
Nikolai Krischke
Innovation Circle Manager
