Facts and figures

Fraunhofer IPM: From 1973 until the present

History

Founded in 1973 as Fraunhofer Institute for Physical Space Research IPW, the Fraunhofer Institute for Physical Measurement Techniques IPM emerged under its new name in 1980. Since this time, the main focus of research at Fraunhofer IPM has been on the development of optical systems and components together with materials and process development in various fields of technology. Fraunhofer IPM is located in Freiburg / Breisgau.

Employees

Today, Fraunhofer IPM employs approximately 270 staff, including some 50 students at postgraduate and undergraduate levels and on practical placements as well as apprentices, student assistants and visiting scientists.

Operating budget 2023

Personnel 2023