Polymer Engineering, University of Bayreuth

We stand for modern polymer research and connect the dots between chemistry, engineering & application. Digital technologies help us to gain speed, quality and new insights. Based on our deep understanding between structure, processing and properties, we develop sustainable and innovative solutions for multiple industries.

Strong cooperation with the Bavarian Polymer Institute, Neue Materialien Bayreuth and the Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation facilitate our interaction from basic research to industrial application.

Our research strategy is based on three pillars:
- Sustainable material concepts
- Application orientation
- Digitalization of polymer research and processing

Our key research areas include:
- Cellular polymers and foams
- Composites
- Functionalized polymers blends
- Biobased and biodegradable polymers
- Additive manufacturing
- Material testing and fatigue