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Scientific and technological progress does not only improve our lives, but frequently has unexpected and often undesirable effects. At ITAS, we contribute to realizing its potential while minimizing its risks. 

Our addressees are politics, business, and society – the actors who shape scientific and technological progress. We offer them knowledge for action and point out possible solutions to global challenges.

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Luftaufnahme mit See und FabrikgebäudeAssociation Region Karlsruhe
Shaping cross-border geothermal energy

Deep geothermal energy can be a valuable addition to our energy system, but it faces reservations among the public. In the GeoTresOR project, researchers from the Upper Rhine region aim to pool their knowledge and involve local residents in the discussion.

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From digitalization to participation: Recommendations for the design of electric grids

The Kopernikus ENSURE project outlines ten ways to address the challenges the energy transition poses to power grids. The recommendations for action are aimed at policymakers, regulators, grid operators, and other stakeholders in the energy system.

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Park in Korea mit Spaziergängern.nakchun/stock.adobe.com
Urban green spaces: between ecology and recreational value

What makes parks truly valuable? By comparing views from citizens and experts in Germany and Korea, a new ITAS project investigates how urban green spaces can be designed to be both environmentally effective and responsive to people’s needs.

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Call for international conference on long-term governance

In April 2027 the conference “Beyond the Crisis reflex? Potentials of long-term governance in research and practice” brings together experts in Karlsruhe who investigate ways to best address long-term problems for society and politics. Deadline: 25 October 2026.

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Researchers in Focus

“Researchers are increasingly relying on collaboration with citizens in new projects. However, co-production of knowledge often fails due to infrastructures that consolidate the traditional lay-expert divide. At ITAS, I’m trying to develop tools for a more open and accessible form of participation in science and technology.”
 

Dana Mahr, Head of research group