News overview
Here you can find the so far published news in 2024. Subscribe to the ITAS news via RSS feed.
 How to achieve a just energy transition in Europe?ITAS researchers have contributed to the “White Paper: A Just Energy Transition in the EU” published by the European Energy Research Alliance (EERA). It addresses pressing issues of justice in the transition to carbon-neutral energy systems. more |
 Big data and AI in footballProfessional football is experiencing a veritable "data revolution". In a short profile on the EURO24, the TAB looks at the changes and potential that this development brings for players, scouts and coaches as well as spectators. more |
 Position paper to redefine the concept of excellenceHow can excellent research with societal responsibility succeed? The “LeNa Shape” project has put forward proposals for a new definition of the concept of excellence and the necessary changes in the science system. more |
 Foresight Report 2024: Future-proofing critical infrastructureThe TAB has identified trends and systemic risks for the critical infrastructure systems of energy, agriculture and food as well as transport and mobility. The results are available on a new, modular microsite. more |
 Transformation to climate-neutral industrial productionSteel, cement, and chemical raw materials could be produced climate-neutrally in Germany. This is the conclusion of a recent TAB study that examined alternative technology paths for the three most emission-intensive basic industries. more |
 Future skills for young peopleThe Futurium exhibition is visiting schools all over Germany with its mobile Futurium. ITAS researchers accompany the mobile future lab and investigate how it affects the way we deal with topics of the future. more |
 Study on more climate-friendly air transportWhich fuels or propulsion systems can contribute to more climate-friendly aviation in the future? Which political measures could make the sector completely climate-neutral? A new short study by TAB provides an overview of these questions. more |
 Conflicts of values: project investigates goal-oriented negotiation processesClimate justice, freedom energies, or frankenfood – moral values are omnipresent in debates on social and scientific topics. The MoWiKo project investigates the appropriate communication of ethical aspects. more |
 Complex systems – benefit or burden?A new TA preliminary study discusses why and how an in-depth examination of the complexity of our energy system can help build more resilience into our critical infrastructure. more |
 A new impetus for parliamentary technology assessment in GermanyIn the new contract period with the German Bundestag, the TAB has further developed its formats. Armin Grunwald presented the innovations at his presentation of the 2023 Activity Report to the Committee on Education, Research and Technology Assessment. more |
 Transforming toward sustainability with real-world laboratoriesReal-world laboratories have established themselves as places of transdisciplinary research and innovation, particularly in German-speaking countries. A special issue of GAIA, co-edited by ITAS researchers, includes the international state of research. more |
 New TATuP issue on AI for decision supportWhether for steering vehicles, making medical diagnoses, or supporting the courts – increasingly far-reaching decisions are in the hands of artificial intelligence. The current TATuP Special topic asks about the consequences. more |
 Project on the future of sustainable food supplyCooperative business models could play an important role in the transformation of global food supply. A Belmont Forum project involving ITAS and partners on three continents investigates how these models can be strengthened. more |
 TAB report on the improved use of recycled materialsOnly a small part of the German economy's demand for raw materials is covered by recycled materials. Using the example of plastic packaging, electrical appliances and building materials, the current report identifies policy options to change this. more |
 Batteries for the energy and mobility transitionA book co-edited by ITAS scientists offers a new, holistic perspective on the field of emerging battery technologies – from innovative materials and recycling methods to sustainability and potential markets. more |
 Project on systemic and existential risks of AIDo AI models and their applications bear systemic risks or could they even take on a life of their own and thus become an existential threat? ITAS investigates this issue on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. more |
 Mobility transition: Handbook on automated public transportAreas outside major conurbations are often not well served by public transport. A new open access handbook with practical instructions shows how automated, driverless shuttles can help to close these gaps. more |
 New project puts focus on “long-term governance”Climate protection or the final disposal of highly radioactive waste are challenges that will affect us for a long time to come. ITAS now wants to contribute to the basic understanding of the political approach to such “long-term problems.” more |