Events
Smart Textiles workshops, symposia, seminars and business trips
Scientists, developers and entrepreneurs will find a forum for interdisciplinary cooperation at our events.
Take the opportunity to learn about expertise and the latest scientific findings at first hand, exchange ideas, find development partners - and make new contacts.
16 Sept. 2026: New Smart Textiles Workshop
The programme for the next workshop has been finalised
On 16 September 2026, sustainable systems will be a key topic at the Smart Textiles Workshop in Jena – ranging from energy-self-sufficient sensor platforms and reversible fastening systems to
19 May 2026: Smart Textiles Workshop in Jena
Smart textile innovations: strengthening the location, securing added value, shaping the future
We would like to thank everyone who contributed their creative ideas to our Smart Textiles Workshop on 19 May 2026. You can download the presentation slides from the programme below. This workshop focused on innovation in sensor-based textile materials, the challenges involved in their manufacture, and ways to strengthen the regional production chain.
2 - 30 March 2026: AI Spring for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
13 free online events for small and medium-sized enterprises
13 free online events for small and medium-sized enterprises
This year, the Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum Ilmenau is once again hosting several seminars on artificial intelligence. These online events offer you exclusive insights into AI innovations for SMEs every two days, free of charge and independently.
4 November 2025: Smart Textiles Workshop - Lectures now online
Textiles meet innovation: insights into current trends and applications of smart materials
On 4 November 2025, another Smart Textiles workshop took place in Jena. You can download the scripts for this popular series of events featuring experts from science and industry free of charge here.