microTEC Südwest – High-tech solutions for health Our cluster The leading-edge cluster microTEC Südwest e.V. is the competence and cooperation network for intelligent microsystems technology solutions for Europe and the contact for microsystems technology in Baden-Wuerttemberg. The cluster has set itself the task of expanding Baden-Wuerttemberg’s internationally impressive position in the field of microsystems technology. The cluster currently has about 120 members covering up the complete range from startups, to small and medium-sized enterprises, up to large enterprises, research institutions, and universities as well as further institutions.
Mission and topics The mission of microTEC Südwest is the stimulation and promotion of cooperations in microsystems technology, utilising synergies and leading to economic dynamics. Our focus is on health (Smart Health) and production (Smart Production). Further activities address topics such as Smart Home, Smart Energy, and the Internet of Things. In five different expert groups, microTEC Südwest bundles its expertise in order to jointly produce innovations in the field of microsystems technology.
suitable for everyday use. Topics dealt with in the group include e.g. artificial intelligence at active implants, market trends, and minimally invasive diagnostics. microTEC Südwest has been involved in different medical technology projects. An outstanding example is the project 3D Bio-Net, in which a 3D-bioprinter, suitable for multimaterial printing has been developed. Excellent results have been achieved in printing human tissues together with blood vessels. In addition, it was possible to print tailor-made and perfused microfluidic chips (for kidney & skin). This is an essential success in the development of persistent and vital organ models.
Smart health
The expert group micro medical technology focuses on the development of useful and safe products in the field of micro medical technology. It is thus committed to the research, development, approval, and reimbursement of these products, more specific diagnostic procedures, more effective therapies, and aids for rehabilitation
For more information: microTEC Südwest e.V. Emmy-Noether-Str. 2 79110 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany → www.microtec-suedwest.de
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The expert group in vitro diagnostics aims to promote the transfer of technology and knowledge between research and industry in the field of in vitro diagnostics, including e.g. the application focus of decentralised testing/point-of-care diagnostics. Topics of the latest expert group meetings include e.g. Big Data for Next Generation Sequencing, telemedicine, and patient self-tests.
