19.03.2026

"Thür auf" – Innovation in dialogue

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Start
Th. 19.03.2026
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Time
17:30
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Venue
Ilmenau Technology and Start-up Center
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Target group
All interested parties, registration required

No plastics are not a solution either? Between polymer research, microplastics and recycling

The partners of the Ilmkubator start-up service, the Ilmenau Technology and Start-up Center (TGZ) and the Gründerforum e.V. - cordially invite you to the next lecture evening in the series "Thür auf - Innovation im Dialog".

Plastics are an integral part of our everyday lives - at the same time, they are at the center of social debates about microplastics, recycling and sustainability. How do we manage the balancing act between innovation and ecological responsibility?

 

Program overview

From 18:00 - Keynote speeches

Dr.-Ing. Michael Gladitz from the Thuringian Institute for Textile and Plastics Research e. V. (TITK) will provide insights into current polymer research and the role of the industry in Thuringia. Oliver Eckardt, founder and managing director of Polytives GmbHwill show how innovative polymer additives from Thuringia can make industrial processes more sustainable.

 

From 18:45 - Discussion panel

Experts from research and industry discuss opportunities and challenges for Thuringia as a business location. Critical questions are welcome.

 

From 19:30 - Networking

drink and exchange in a relaxed atmosphere.

 

The number of participants is limited. Please register in advance here.