The Siemens Research and Innovation Ecosystem Erlangen-Nuremberg (RIE) office at FAU serves as a direct interface between university researchers as well as students and researchers from Siemens. Having access to a broad network, both at FAU and Siemens, the RIE office facilitates new partnerships.
Every partnership deserves individual consideration. That is why we are happy to get in touch with you to find the right partners and the right cooperation format. Partnerships range from: innovation projects, publicly funded research projects, PhD projects, lectureships, job opportunities and exciting TechTalks, R&D workshops and RIE conferences.
What we offer
The partnership between FAU and Siemens offers a variety of tailored opportunities for bachelor and master students, for PhD, post docs, and professors, for researchers, for startups, and for Siemens employees.
Upcoming
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) and Siemens are pleased to invite you to an exclusive TechTalk event with Hanna Hennig, Siemens Chief Information Officer (CIO), Prof. Dr. Janina Beilner, Siemens Head of Vertical Healthcare and Prof. Dr. Bjoern Eskofier, Head of the Machine Learning and Data Analytics Lab at FAU. Gain valuable insights into how Siemens is shaping the future and accelerating digital and sustainable transformation. Discover how the IT function serves as the digital backbone of the business – an imperative for today’s CIO. Learn from healthcare experts why digitalization and cybersecurity are essential in critical infrastructure. Following the keynote, engage directly with the speakers and gain further insights in a focused Q&A session.
Can you explain your research in just half a minute? This interactive workshop on July 17th helps doctoral candidates present their PhD topics clearly, confidently, and in a way that resonates – whether speaking to experts or a general audience. Participants will practice short pitches, receive feedback from communication professionals, and strengthen their science communication skills. The workshop will be held in English, with lunch and refreshments provided. The registration deadline is July 10th, and places are limited – so register now!
Have a start-up idea and want to turn it into reality? The Start-up Track Program gives you the tools, guidance, and network to take your idea to the next level. Over twelve weeks, you’ll work with experienced founders, scientists, and coaches, follow a proven innovation process, and receive a prototyping budget to develop your concept while becoming part of a strong start-up ecosystem. To apply, you must be a student, graduate, or team member from one of the seven universities of the Entrepreneurial Innovation Hub. Applications are open until 20 July.
News
On November 29th, the Siemens RIE Conference 2024 Erlangen-Nuremberg „Circularity Enabled by Sustainability,“ took place at ZOLLHOF in Nuremberg. The event brought together industry leaders, academics, and innovators to explore the role of circularity in driving sustainable development, starting with sustainability overviews from a university and industry perspective.
Together we discovered how Siemens Digital Industries Software is transforming education in mechanical engineering at FAU.
We dived into the Siemens DI SW ecosystem and learned how the Chair of Engineering Design integrates Siemens Software into their curriculum, featuring a live demo.
Thank you to all participants for your attention and interest in our event! A special thanks to our fantastic speakers for their insights into their work. We look forward to see you at our next FemTechtalk!
Together we dived into the world of career empowerment: An enriching event filled with personal experiences, best practices, and strategies to overcome imposter syndrome, fears and insecurities. We learned the art of effective communication, continuous learning, and fostering mental well-being.
On November 10th, the Siemens RIE Conference 2023 Erlangen-Nuremberg took place under the theme “Beyond Digital: it’s all about value” at ZOLLHOF in Nuremberg. The event brought together researchers, tech pioneers, and industry leaders to explore how digital innovation delivers tangible value in fields like metaverse technologies, simulation, and shopfloor integration.
