Press Releases

15.07.2025

More women and diversity in microtechnology: MIND – Microtechnology, Interaction, New Perspectives on Diversity

The nationwide project “MIND – Microtechnology, Interaction, New Perspectives on Diversity” aims to specifically promote women and other underrepresented groups in STEM fields – particularly in microtechnology – and to sustainably increase their share in this forward-looking industry.
27.05.2025

IVAM Microtechnology Network: Changes in the Executive Board

The IVAM Microtechnology Network has announced changes to its Executive Board. Dr. Reinhard Völkel of Focuslight Switzerland SA has been newly elected to the board. Long-standing Deputy Chair Matthias Lorenz has stepped down from his position. He is succeeded by Bärbel Schilling, who was elected as the new Deputy Chair.
02.05.2025

IVAM Microtechnology Network: Tim Merforth Appointed New Managing Director

The Executive Board of the IVAM Microtechnology Network has appointed Tim Merforth as its new Managing Director. The digitalization expert officially took office on May 1, 2025, succeeding Dr. Hans van den Vlekkert, who most recently served as interim managing director.
02.04.2025

Cancer diagnostics in transition: COMPAMED Innovation Forum 2025 provides insights into the future

Cancer diagnostics is at a turning point: new technologies are fundamentally changing how we recognize, understand and treat diseases. This year's COMPAMED Innovation Forum on June 5 is dedicated to the latest trends and technologies in cancer diagnostics.
01.04.2025

IVAM Hightech Summit 2025: Pioneering technologies for the high-tech world of tomorrow

The technical program for the IVAM Hightech Summit 2025, taking place on May 21–22 at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund, is now available – featuring exciting topics around microtechnology, photonics, and innovation. Marking the 30th anniversary of the IVAM network, the event is set to become a milestone gathering: under the motto “Tech United: Bridging Nations, Building Future,” the international microtechnology community will come together.
03.02.2025

IVAM Hightech Summit 2025 – Celebrating 30 Years of Innovation

This year, the IVAM Hightech Summit will not only be a meeting place for the microtechnology community - but also a birthday party: IVAM is turning 30! Under the motto “Tech United: Bridging Nations, Building Future”, the 1.5-day event brings together countries, industries and innovative technologies. The program is now online. 
03.12.2024

COMPAMED 2024 presented technological innovations, boosted networking and highlighted industry trends

COMPAMED 2024 once again consolidated its position as the leading international trade fair for medical technology supplies. The IVAM joint booth in Hall 8a was once again a central point of contact for experts from all over the world who wanted to find out about the latest developments in micro- and nanotechnology, photonics and innovative materials  
05.11.2024

COMPAMED 2024: IVAM Area Offers Innovation Platform for MedicalTechnology

 The IVAM Product Market at COMPAMED will be a key attraction and serve as a central meeting point for companies, researchers, and decision-makers presenting advanced solutions in micro- and nanotechnology, photonics, and new materials.
08.10.2024

SensorNetwork³ Symposium 2025: Innovations Between Hydrogen and Mobility

The rapid developments in energy and mobility sectors are driving the need for new solutions. The energy transition and the shift towards sustainable mobility present both major challenges and immense opportunities for industry and society. The SensorNetwork³ Symposium serves as an ideal platform to actively shape this transformation and advance pioneering technologies for a sustainable future.
24.07.2024

Creating High-Quality Videos with Simple Technical Means

Videos are a powerful tool in both marketing and HR. Whether you want to attract new customers or talented employees, emotional and compelling videos are the key to success. The new German training course on smart video marketing for B2B companies offers practical guidance on how to create high-quality video content using artificial intelligence. 
28.05.2024

IVAM Hightech Summit 2024 unveils the intersection of science fiction and technological reality

The IVAM Hightech Summit (HTS) 2024, held at the prestigious German Film Museum in Frankfurton May 7 and 8, mesmerized attendees with a captivating exploration of how science fiction visions have seamlessly transitioned into tangible technological advancements.
24.04.2024

Focus on intelligent implants: virtual COMPAMED Innovation Forum showcases medical technology innovations

The significance of cutting-edge technologies in medical technology, particularly smart implants, takes center stage at this year's COMPAMED Innovation Forum. Under the theme "Smart Implant Technology: Innovative Production and Future Applications", a webinar will be held on June 3, 2024, bringing together international professionals from the medical technology, supply, and healthcare sectors.
07.03.2024

Back to the High-tech Future: IVAM Hightech Summit 2024 shows science fiction visions of yesterday with microtechnology of tomorrow

As a leading conference for the microtechnology industry, the IVAM Hightech Summit offers a unique platform for experts and deciders to exchange information on the latest developments in microtechnology, nanotechnology, digitalization and related fields. Under this year's theme "Back to the Microtechnology Future: Yesterday's Visions, Tomorrow's Realities", the conference will take place on May 7 and 8 in Frankfurt a. Main, DE.  
24.01.2024

MD&M West 2024: Unveiling the Future of Medical Technology Innovations in Anaheim

MD&M West in Anaheim stands out as one of the premier global platforms dedicated to showcasing advancements in medical technology design and manufacturing. Hall C hosts the exclusive "Micro Nanotech" special exhibition area, highlighting cutting-edge microtechnology innovations. The joint booth of the IVAM Microtechnology Network is a focal point, providing a dedicated space for international high-tech companies and research institutes to showcase their groundbreaking developments. 
20.12.2023

COMPAMED 2023: Persistent trend towards increasing internationality and quality networking

COMPAMED, held in Düsseldorf in November parallel to MEDICA, has established itself as an outstanding platform for key technologies in the medical technology supply industry. The IVAM Microtechnology Network reflects positively on four days of intense international activities.
23.10.2023

COMPAMED 23: International platform presents groundbreaking trends for the medical technology industry in November

With 50 exhibitors, the "Hightech for Medical Devices" joint area launched by the IVAM Microtechnology Network represents the most extensive focus area at COMPAMED, which will be held from November 13 to 16, 2023, in Hall 8a at the Düsseldorf exhibition center.
28.09.2023

MedTech Innovations in Bangkok: Successful Premiere for IVAM at Medical Fair Thailand 2023

The IVAM Microtechnology Network draws an extremely positive balance after the first participation at the Medical Fair Thailand (MFT) in Bangkok. The international audience showed great interest in the innovative products and services.
06.09.2023

Easy access to the Asian photonics market - European joint booth at the new APE 2024

Together with EPIC and W3+ Fair, the IVAM Microtechnology Network is organizing a joint booth at the new Asia Photonics Expo in Singapore. The partners thus provide interested companies from the European photonics industry with easy access to the Asian market.
24.07.2023

Premiere in Bangkok: First IVAM joint booth at the Medical Fair Thailand

Get your free ticket and visit the IVAM joint booth at Medical Fair Thailand. IVAM will exhibit with its members at the renowned Medical Fair Thailand (MFT) for the first time this year.