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IVAM Microtechnology Network

The International Microtechnology Business Network

"Climate crisis, pandemics, digitalization, collapse of the healthcare system or demographic change: No matter what challenges await us in the future - microtechnology is part of the answer!"

International Network

IVAM creates trustful international connections between developers, manufacturers and users of high-tech products. The focus is on small and medium-sized enterprises and their needs as well as on representation of their interests.

Driver for Innovation

IVAM offers well-founded orientation in the high-tech landscape and provides valuable know-how, e.g. through expert groups or studies, on strategic questions concerning target markets, funding opportunities, application trends or innovation management.

Technology Marketplace

IVAM provides visibility to the technologies and products of its members: at international exhibitions and conferences as well as in virtual space via online meetings, online profiles, technical papers, blog and podcast and other publications.

Marketing Multiplier

Being found at the right time, in the right environment by the right customers: IVAM helps selling innovative high-tech products by supporting networking, contact building and internationalization as well as successful personnel marketing.

Valuable Partner

An IVAM membership saves valuable resources! With support in trade show organization, market research, acquisition of funding and project partners, PR & marketing campaigns, guides and networking events, IVAM accelerates business development and saves time, money and nerves in day-to-day business.

Why is an IVAM membership beneficial? This is what our members say:

Events

Mar 20, 2025, 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

IVAM Focus Group Photonics

Focus Group Session at W3+Fair in Wetzlar
Mar 25, 2025, 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

IVAM-Networking Lunch

Vernetzen der Dortmunder Hightech-Branche
Mar 31, 2025, 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Dortmund meets Canada: Simulation, AI, and International Funding

German-Canadian Networking Lunch at Hannover Messe 2025
Apr 1, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Spotlights der Mikro- und Nanotechnologie

Teil 26: Sensoren in der Quantentechnologie fĂĽr mobile Anwendungen
Apr 11, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

AI Knowledge Compact for the EU-AI-ACT

Qualify your AI skills in the compact online training course!
May 21, 2025, 10:00 a.m. - May 22, 2025, 1:45 p.m.

IVAM Hightech Summit 2025

Tech United: Bridging Nations, Building Future
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News

Successful SensorNetworkÂł symposium in Dortmund highlighted sensor technology as a key technology

Feb 5, 2025
The SensorNetworkÂł Symposium brought together experts from industry, research and politics at the DASA in Dortmund in mid-January to discuss current developments and future challenges in sensor technology.  

HyCoFC: Advancing Fuel Cell Technology with Hybrid Compound Bipolar Plates

Feb 5, 2025
The HyCoFC research project is revolutionizing bipolar plate technology for fuel cells in heavy-duty applications. By integrating a metallic carrier …

IVAM Hightech Summit 2025 – Celebrating 30 Years of Innovation

Feb 3, 2025
This year, the IVAM Hightech Summit will not only be a meeting place for the microtechnology community - but also …

Strengthening Germany’s Chip Industry with skills4chips

Jan 2, 2025
IVAM is part of the Skills4Chips project, a groundbreaking initiative supported by a €12 million investment over the next four …
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Blog

Introducing the Future of Tunable Laser Technology

Chilas, a leading manufacturer of PIC-based tunable lasers, has just unveiled an exciting lineup of cutting-edge laser modules: Chilas ATLAS, COMET, and POLARIS. Designed for high-performance applications, these compact, easy-to-operate …

The Most Sustainable Solution for Wearable Electrodes?

Global trends in health and wellness are driving demand for innovative measurement solutions. With an aging population and rising healthcare costs, more sustainable health monitoring solutions are urgently needed. Through …

IVAM Member Anniversaries: a big "Thank You" to long-standing members

Joining an organization or a network is always a strategic question - and for many small and medium-sized companies exactly the right strategy to drive their business forward in the …

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Focus Groups

The IVAM Focus Groups bring together member companies and institutes on specific topics. In addition to the discussion of technological trends and industry-specific challenges, the range of topics also includes strategic issues and an open exchange of experience.

Active participation in the focus groups expands the personal network and provides impetus for a wide range of solutions. The topics dealt with are always geared to the specific needs and resources of international high-tech SMEs. Participants benefit in particular from exclusive, targeted information and effective networking at eye level.

Further information
Medical Technology
Marketing
Microfluidics
Flexible and Hybrid Electronics
Photonics
Sensors