Go-ahead for the research project focusing on MEMS sensors

Led by Infineon Austria, the European research project "Listen2Future" started with 27 partners in the fields of industry, medicine and science from 7 countries to develop new and smallest microphone and ultrasound sensors for examinations in industry and medicine. Precise miniature hearing aids, fast infection controls for infants or wearable ultrasound patches become possible. They play a decisive role in medical care, healthy ageing, energy security and product quality.

The aim is to bring the smallest micro-electro-mechanical sensors, or "MEMS sensors" for short, into high volume production at globally competitive costs and make them available for a wide range of applications for industry and medicine. The research will yield higher image resolutions in ultrasound probes, robust mini-hearing aids with first-class sound quality and low energy consumption.

Europe already occupies a leading position in MEMS sensors, with a global market share of more than 40%. The results derived from this research project will further strengthen the market position of European companies.

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The German quantum computing startup planqc really took off in 2024, winning major contracts and investors. In this interview, CEO Alexander Glätzle reveals what he appreciates about the company’s new facility in Innsbruck and the key role that the well-developed infrastructure for research and development there plays in the company's success.

From research to practical application: Quantum technology in Austria

Research institutions and companies are driving the development of quantum technologies in Austria, thereby strengthening the country's leading role as a business location. Initiatives such as Quantum Austria, featuring € 107 million in investments to strengthen the quantum technology ecosystem, are making an important contribution to this.

Austria in the fast lane in quantum technology

From ambitious startups to extensive government funding programmes: Austria is a promising business location for innovative companies and investors in the field of quantum technology. This enables progress and sustainable growth, a fact which is also demonstrated by successful young companies such as ParityQC, qtlabs and planqc.