Dispendix, a company that emerged from the Fraunhofer Institute IPA, focused on devices for contactless dispensing in the nanolitre range. The "Immediate Drop on Demand Technology" (IDOT) enables precise dosing both in high-throughput screening and in academic research. The delegation was impressed by the innovative strength and scalability of this technology, which enables a wide range of applications in research and industry.

The visit concluded with a visit to the "Laboratory Automation and Bioproduction Technology" department at Fraunhofer IPA. Significant advances in the development of automation solutions in the life sciences were presented here. By combining its own key solutions with gold standard components, the interdisciplinary team is setting new standards in terms of quality, reliability and flexibility. The close co-operation between biology, software development and hardware development enables Fraunhofer IPA to respond to the individual requirements of the industry.

The entrepreneurs took the opportunity to express their challenges and wishes to politicians and regional decision-makers. Solutions were discussed, ideas exchanged and the course set.

Overall, this visit illustrates not only the innovative strength of companies in the Stuttgart region, but also the commitment of all stakeholders to promoting quality of life and sustainability in the region.