Transfer management knowledge & technology transfer

Our Vision 2030 for research transfer in industry and society -  We create the breeding ground for change through knowledge transfer

We have internalized our shared innovation culture, further developed it systemically and anchored it. We are integrated with the economy and society in a regional innovation ecosystem through coherent transfer structures, supported by processes and systems. The strengths of the TH Rosenheim research drive are regionally, nationally and internationally visible, known and actively sought after. In this innovation network, we initiate and support innovations creatively and openly to cooperation

• our research priorities and activities

• our target groups and transfer channels in society, business and authorities, as well

• our previous and future network partners in the transfer

In terms of student numbers and employees, the Technical University of Rosenheim is in the top group of the 6 most research-intensive universities for applied sciences in Bavaria. The integration of teaching, research and transfer is established across all faculties and locations. The Technical University of Rosenheim and its strong partners are shaping change in the most livable region in Germany.

Knowledge transfer and interactions in society

The TH Rosenheim has set itself the task of addressing current and burning questions in social development and preparing the scientific findings on this in a way that is tailored to the target group and offering it in formats that are close to the population. The “Change through Knowledge” lecture series addresses topics such as artificial intelligence and ethics and is offered to the regional population on campus.

Knowledge and technology transfer

The original target groups for knowledge and technology transfer are companies from the region. The aim is to work on ideas or challenges in companies or authorities with joint research projects. The forms of collaboration are diverse and can range from a student project or thesis to publicly funded research projects with a large number of partners.

Science communication

Today, a large number of political decisions are based on scientific findings. During the Corona pandemic, science communication was the basis for political action to protect life and limb in society. Science communication not only combines the sharing and further development of knowledge within the academic community, but also the generally understandable communication and communication of findings from research or scientific studies to target groups outside of science.

For the third time, Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences is organising Research Day together with the regional business association Seeoner Kreis. The university wants to use this event to show the public the wide range of research activities. It is also about the close links between the university, companies and society. At the opening, innovation coach Christian Buchholz spoke on the topic: ‘Think Different - How ideas are born that change our world’.

The aim of the event is to facilitate direct exchange between scientists, doctoral students at the university and guests from the fields of science, business and politics. ‘With Research Day, Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences aims to trigger a dialogue, generate new ideas, provide research impetus and illustrate to companies the opportunities for cooperation with the university,’ emphasised Professor Dr. Peter Niedermaier, who is the university management vice president responsible for the area of research. The Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences aims to generate added value for the region through cooperation with companies and authorities, but also with the healthcare sector. According to Niedermaier, the university's portfolio has also grown immensely in recent decades, providing the ideal framework for training innovative and creative specialists for the economy.

Buchholz: ‘There has never been a better time for new ideas’

In keeping with this, innovation coach Christian Buchholz used vivid examples to explain the essential ingredients for innovation at the opening of the Research Day: the ability to observe, creativity, freedom or time, and courage. Buchholz believes that unplanned inspiration is one of the greatest sources of innovation and goes even further: ‘Really good ideas solve problems that the customer doesn't even have yet. And there has never been a better time for new ideas’. Buchholz also emphasised the importance of sustainable innovation: ‘When developing new ideas, it is imperative to pay attention to the environment’. The author and management trainer also talked about the dilemma of innovation, by which he meant investing in ideas that may not be successful.

After Buchholz's lecture, participants were able to attend lectures, panel and poster discussions, and lab tours. Thematically, the focus was on five areas: shaping the building turnaround, process engineering and production, health and social sciences, research and promotion, and digital and collaborative learning. The practice-oriented programme allowed those interested to experience current research projects at the Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences up close. At the same time, the Research Day provided a platform for exchange.

‘As a former student of the Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences, I was very pleased to receive an invitation to the Research Day. I am particularly interested in everything related to the topic of construction and, of course, the opportunity to make new contacts. The university is an ideal place to meet innovative people,’ explained Thomas Guglhör, head of the construction management department at Volksbank Raiffeisenbank Rosenheim. Thomas Neudecker, student advisor at the employment agency in Holzkirchen, used the Research Day to get to know the university. ‘Among other schools, I advise the Miesbach Grammar School and will be able to advise students on their choice of degree programme even better if I am familiar with the university and what it has to offer,’ said Neudecker.

On September 28, 2023, the Rosenheim University of Technology awarded its innovation prize for the second time, which was endowed with a total of €10,000. The prizes were awarded in the categories “Student projects / theses in collaboration with industry and authorities”, and “Research projects in collaboration with industry and authorities”.

The jury voted for six finalists. The final decision is made live on site with the votes of the auditorium. Sebastian Wiedl was able to win in the category “Research projects in collaboration with industry and authorities” with his project submission on sustainable packaging.

In the category of student projects/thesis in collaboration with industry and authorities, David Walter took first place with his project on alternative fillers and additives in the automotive industry.

Key note speaker and entrepreneur Bilal Zafar inspired the audience with his promotion of the use of artificial intelligence in starting your own companies.

The innovation prize is awarded with the kind support of the Seeoner Kreis.

The Research Day on September 28, 2023 offered representatives from business, politics and interested citizens, as well as employees of the TH Rosenheim, a comprehensive overview of the university's research activities. The main topics in 2023 were:

• Energy and buildings (heat pumps, acoustics and ventilation, PV and energy storage)
• Digitization of the process chain using the example of additive manufacturing (3D printing)
• Hybrid and tangible qualification formats and tools
• Your house 4.0 - live longer at home: light and integrative space

In addition, researchers presented short poster presentations on the research results of the Rosenheim Technical University throughout the day. The opportunities to contact the researchers immediately were available and were used. This event was supported by the Seeoner Kreis.

The Research Day 2022 at Rosenheim University of Technology was a showcase of the university's research activities and a network forge at the same time. On September 29, 2022, representatives from business, politics and society met with researchers from TH Rosenheim on the university's innovative campus to find out and exchange information about current research activities and results in a wide range of specialist areas.

Focus topics were:

• Model factory 4.0
• Wireless energy transmission
• Standardization of interfaces in plant engineering
• Additive manufacturing – findings in the area of ​​3D printing

In addition, short knowledge snacks on research results from the faculties of the Technical University of Rosenheim were presented throughout the entire research day. This event was supported by the Seeoner Kreis.

Teaching, research & development, as well as transfer are the main pillars of the Rosenheim University of Technology. The 2021 Innovation Prize from Rosenheim University of Technology was awarded in recognition of outstanding innovative research and transfer achievements in collaboration with industry and authorities.

The Innovation Prize of the Technical University is awarded with the support of Seeoner. In the category of research projects with partner participation from business and/or authorities, the innovation prize went to Michael Sigrüner.

The students of the engineering education course in the winter semester 2020/2021 won first place in the category of student projects/final theses in collaboration with society, business and/or authorities.

The Technical University of Rosenheim has set itself the goal of making knowledge that is developed and imparted through research and teaching accessible to the local population in a way that is appropriate for the target group. The newly created information series “Change through Knowledge” highlights topics that are in social focus.

The following events have been held so far, some with a very high response:

• What does artificial intelligence mean for me? AI in everyday life, Prof. Dr. Marcel Tilly, TH Rosenheim
• What does artificial intelligence mean for me? AI and Ethics, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Noah Klarmann, TH Rosenheim
• 5th generation mobile communications – does that have to be the case? Prof. Dr. Holger Stahl, TH Rosenheim
• Digitalization of the healthcare system – what does that mean for us? Prof. Dr. Sebastian Robert, TH Rosenheim
• Why many people remain far below their potential - and how we realize our potential! Prof. Dr. Florian Becker, qualified psychologist
• Light in teaching, research and in everyday life. Prof. Mathias Wambsganß, TH Rosenheim

We are working intensively on further events that hit the nerve of the current discourse in society. We will announce the program and registration options on this website in good time before the next event.

In March 2022, the Rosenheim University of Technology organized the ideas laboratory “Knowledge Transfer - Science - Economy” together with the two economic development agencies from Berchtesgadener Land and Traunstein.

How do small and medium-sized companies work with a university? What opportunities for cooperation with TH Rosenheim are there? What funding opportunities exist for development projects? In addition to answers to these questions, consulting options for companies on the topic of circular economy were explained in this digital event.

The interests of the companies were then prioritized. In a follow-up event, the companies at the TH Rosenheim obtained specific information about the university's specific offers for joint projects.