The virtual laboratory landscape of the Ruhr University Alliance supports collaborative innovations. This is where people, ideas and technologies come together to jointly develop solutions to social, technological and economic challenges. Interdisciplinary cooperation, fast iteration cycles and practical testing are the focus - supported by open infrastructures, creative spaces and a strong network.
Diversity is not a secondary aspect, but a central driver: The interplay of different perspectives, talents and resources brings ideas into flow – and allows them to grow into scalable, effective innovations.
Innovation greifbar machen
Many maker spaces and university laboratories at the Allianz Universities offer companies direct access to modern technology and scientific know-how. Prototypes are created here, materials are tested and digital solutions are developed - together with students and researchers. Especially for SMEs, such cooperations are an opportunity to implement innovations without having to build their own infrastructure.
Machen statt nur lernen
In makerspaces and laboratories you can realize your own ideas, experiment with new technologies and learn in a practical way. Whether 3D printing, electronics or robotics - this is where real experience is created from theory. You work on projects, network in an interdisciplinary manner and gather skills that are valuable beyond your studies - maybe even for your own start-up.
Open spaces for new approaches
University maker spaces and laboratories offer researchers flexible environments to try out new ideas - practical and often interdisciplinary. The exchange of colleagues, with students or external partners creates synergies and promotes creative solutions. Especially in applied projects, these spaces are a catalyst for innovation
Whether 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC milling, microscopy or measurement technology - our database gives you a transparent overview of the equipment in the makerspaces and laboratories of the region. Find the devices, technologies and tools you need for your projects - clearly arranged, up-to-date and detailed. Filter by fields of application, locations or availability and discover new opportunities for research, development and prototyping in the Ruhr metropolis.
The use depends on the individual terms of use. Many offers are aimed at students, researchers and externals - especially in the context of projects and research cooperations.
You can use our database to search specifically for devices, technologies or locations. A filter function helps with quick orientation.
Yes, as a rule, devices and workstations must be booked in advance. The exact modalities differ depending on the facility - the respective information can be found in the detailed view
Yes. Many institutions offer mandatory introductions or training - especially for more complex machines such as CNC milling machines or laser cutters.
Yes, many universities in the Ruhr area open their laboratories and makerspaces specifically to external partners - for example within the framework of cooperation projects, workshops or innovation networks
Die Nutzungskosten variieren je nach Einrichtung, Umfang und Zielgruppe. Studierende können viele Angebote kostenfrei oder stark vergünstigt nutzen. Für Unternehmen können projektbezogene Kosten anfallen.
Each institution is linked in our database with contact information, contact persons and further information.
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