Clusters of Excellence

In the Excellence Strategy launched by the federal and the state governments, KIT was again successful with two clusters. The clusters "Post Lithium Storage" (POLiS) and "3D Matter Made to Order" (3DMM2O) will receive funding for seven years starting on January 1, 2026.

3D Matter Made to Order

The "3D Matter Made to Order" initiative of KIT and the University of Heidelberg pursues a highly interdisciplinary approach combining natural and engineering sciences. The planned research cluster concentrates on three-dimensional additive manufacturing techniques, from the molecular level to macroscopic dimensions. These methods are to be used to produce components and systems by nano printing at maximum process speed and resolution for novel applications in materials and life sciences.

Spokesperson Professor Martin Wegener outlines the vision and objectives of 3DMM2O in the video.

Professor Martin Wegener on the vision and goals of "3D Matter Made to Order".

Professor Helmut Ehrenberg on the importance of funding for POLiS's research work.

Post Lithium Storage

Successful implementation of the energy transition requires new materials and technologies for the storage of electric energy. The Post Lithium Storageinitiative of KIT and Ulm University pursues a multidisciplinary approach with electrochemists, material scientists, theoretical modelists, and engineers being involved.

The central objective of the planned research cluster is to develop fundamental understanding of electrochemical energy storage in novel systems, to combine fundamental material properties with critical performance parameters, and to establish the basis for practical application of post-lithium technologies.