Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
University focused on engineering innovation including additive manufacturing and production technologies
- CEO / Founder
- Prof. Dr. Jörg Bagdahn
- Team Size
- 501-1000
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $34.5M
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- State of Saxony-Anhalt, European Union (ERDF, ESF+, JTF)
Technology & Products
Key Products
Research in 3D-printed ceramics; Large-format FGF 3D printing with PLA cellulose composites (Materiability Research Group); SpaceLab: CAD/CAM and 3D printing facilities with Rhino 3D, 3D scanners, 3D printers, CNC equipment; ego.-INKUBATOR CAx: startup incubator with mechanical engineering workshop and digital fabrication equipment; FOUND IT! Gründerzentrum: startup support and mentoring
Technological Advantage
VERIFIED: Multidisciplinary additive manufacturing research institution with documented focus on 3D-printed ceramics and large-format FGF 3D printing using bio-based, sustainable materials. Operates FOUND IT! startup incubator program providing pre-seed support (€2,400 max grants, mentorship, facilities) specifically for AM entrepreneurs. Research expertise across multi-material systems. CLAIMED advantages: advanced material science capabilities and process innovation. Specific defensible IP (patents, trade secrets) not publicly identified in available sources.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Research infrastructure, AM/3D printing education, and startup incubation through ego.-INKUBATOR CAx and FOUND IT! Gründerzentrum
How They Differentiate
Application-oriented research combining education with practical innovation; focus on large-format additive manufacturing and bio-based sustainable materials; integrated student learning through real research projects
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Students, Researchers, AM Entrepreneurs
Industry Verticals
Research; Education; Startup Support
Competitors
University of Stuttgart; University of Paderborn; Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Approximately 7,000 students enrolled (including 2,500 international students); approximately 501 employees; operates three specialized campuses
Major Milestones
Founded 1991; Established as public vocational university during post-reunification reorganization of higher education in eastern Germany; Developed into one of the strongest research universities in Saxony-Anhalt state