ILK Dresden represents excellence in research, innovation, and technology transfer. We develop sustainable high-tech solutions ranging from fundamental research to industrial applications. Our vision is to connect science and industry to deliver innovative, future-ready technologies that contribute to a sustainable environment and improved quality of life.

Our interdisciplinary teams drive cutting-edge research and development with strong industrial relevance. By combining scientific excellence with applied engineering, we create innovative technologies for global markets, including advanced materials, energy efficiency, and climate technologies.

Our innovation culture is shaped by personal responsibility, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking. We promote diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, fostering a respectful and collaborative work environment that drives high-performance research and development.

ILK Dresden operates with full legal compliance, transparency, and integrity. Our decision-making is based on objective scientific and economic criteria. Anti-corruption policies, process transparency, and the four-eyes principle ensure robust governance and corporate accountability.

Sustainability, climate protection, and resource efficiency are core elements of our strategy. We develop environmentally friendly technologies, optimize energy consumption, reduce emissions, and promote circular economy practices such as recycling and material efficiency.

We provide modern working conditions with a strong focus on occupational safety and employee well-being. Our workplace culture supports continuous improvement, open communication, and psychological safety, enabling innovation and long-term success.

We uphold the highest standards in data protection and information security. Confidential data is handled responsibly in compliance with legal frameworks and the need-to-know principle, ensuring trust among clients, partners, and employees.

We collaborate with industry leaders, research institutions, and public organizations. Our partnerships are built on shared values, requiring adherence to high ethical, environmental, and legal standards across all joint activities.