Experience More Light: Jenoptik Exhibition in Jena
Jena, August 17, 2026 – Under the motto “Experience More Light,” JENOPTIK AG invites visitors to its long-term product exhibition in the foyer of the Ernst-Abbe-Hochhaus.
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Jenoptik Exhibition ‘Experience More Light’ in Jena
Jena, July 30, 2026 – JENOPTIK AG is presenting the product exhibition ‘Experience More Light’ in the foyer of the Ernst-Abbe-Hochhaus. The exhibition is open to the public and admission is free.
Jena: Jenoptik presents ‘Experience More Light’ exhibition
Under the motto ‘Experience More Light’, Jenoptik is now presenting a comprehensive product exhibition in the foyer of the Ernst-Abbe-Hochhaus.
Jena’s Gaze into Space: How the MKF-6 from Carl Zeiss Wrote Space History
In September 1976, the MKF-6 multispectral camera from Carl Zeiss Jena made history aboard the Sojus-22 mission, cementing Jena’s role as a global center for precision optics and space technology.
Space Travel in Jena: Optics Chief Explains Thüringen’s Role in NASA Moon Mission
Jena, 29.04.2026. When NASA flies to the moon, high-tech from Thüringen is mandatory on board. At the “Space Night” in Jena, Jena-Optronik CEO Peter Kapell emphasized the essential importance of the local industry for international space missions.
Start-up Pitch: Indian Physicist Plans Space Project in Jena
On Monday, start-up founders from across Germany presented their innovative business ideas to an expert jury in Jena. A young physicist from India attracted particular attention with plans for a new space project.
Culture Minister Tischner visits the Deutsches Optisches Museum in Jena
Thüringen’s Minister for Education, Science and Culture, Christian Tischner, paid an official visit to the Deutsches Optisches Museum (DOM) in Jena to discuss its transformation into a modern science center.
New Research Building: Fraunhofer Institute in Jena Expands Capacities
On Tuesday, a state-of-the-art new research building for the Fraunhofer Institute was ceremoniously inaugurated in Jena. With the new facilities and laboratories, research capacity at the site will be significantly expanded.
Innovation in the “Optical Valley”: Jena-based company develops virtual eye test
A technology company from Jena has developed a virtual eye test to detect vision defects faster and more efficiently, further cementing the city’s reputation as a global center for optical technologies and photonics.
Almost One Million Euros in Funding: Jena Startup Revolutionizes Eye Testing
JENA (17.02.2026) – Once again, Jena proves its reputation as a center for optics and photonics. The local startup Perceptec has secured significant funding to fundamentally change the way we have our eyes tested. With nearly one million euros in funding, a new process is to be brought to market maturity.