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Advanced materials and technologies for energy and information systems

Published: November 2025

Advanced materials and technologies for energy and information systems aim to increase efficiency and flexibility in energy conversion, storage, and data processing. Further developments such as perovskite solar cells, thermal batteries, and photonic systems enable a more sustainable use of energy, particularly in conjunction with new applications in information processing (quantum and nanotechnologies). These developments are supported by intelligent materials and precise structural investigations, which allow for better scalability and adaptation to modern requirements. Overall, these technologies promise a significant reduction in energy losses and greater resilience to global challenges such as resource scarcity and climate change.

Guiding questions

  • How can novel materials contribute to long-term decarbonization and energy efficiency in industry, and which technologies offer the greatest potential?
  • What challenges and opportunities arise from the use of quantum and nanotechnologies in the energy industry and information processing?
  • How can advanced materials be designed sustainably and in a circular manner to reduce environmental impacts and decrease dependence on critical raw materials?
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Challenges

The challenges of advanced materials and technologies for energy and information systems lie primarily in material stability and high production costs, which hinder scalability and integration into existing infrastructures. In addition to the durability of such systems, security issues are also a focus, especially for quantum and photonic systems, which pose new risks for data protection and cybersecurity. Moreover, the production and recycling of these materials are often resource-intensive, requiring sustainable approaches and circular economy solutions to minimize environmental impacts and reduce dependence on raw materials.

Concrete examples

  • Perovskite solar cells (cost-effective and flexible)
  • Thermal batteries
  • Quantum motors (as drives for spacecraft or high-precision control systems in robotics)
  • Intelligent materials (e.g., self-healing data lines)
  • Biocompatible materials (wearable electronics that are biodegradable or circular)
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Michel Reichardt

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Dr. Sophia Gänßle Project Manager Data Science Strategic Foresight

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