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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.
On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, traffic authorities in Jena are conducting mobile speed checks to ensure road safety and prevent accidents, with a focus on Jena-Zentrum and Vierzehnheiligen.
Jena, April 28, 2026 – Jenoptik AG has officially announced the date for this year’s Annual General Meeting. The major shareholder meeting of the internationally active technology group based in Jena will take place on June 9, 2026, at the company’s headquarters.
Jena police and emergency services responded to an operation in the Lobeda district on Sunday to assist a 76-year-old senior after relatives raised the alarm.
A significant milestone in German and international medical research is imminent: A novel antibiotic against tuberculosis developed in Jena has reached the phase of final, decisive tests.
Jena, April 24, 2026. This year’s “Trucker for Kids” rally successfully launched in Jena on Friday. A large convoy of 63 trucks is taking seriously ill children and their families to Erfurt for a carefree day.
Jena/Erfurt, April 23, 2026. Thuringian researchers are advancing the development of high-precision nanostructures. A new machine is intended to manufacture photonic components up to one square meter in size with atomic accuracy in the future.
Great success for school sports in Jena: Class 4b of the Talschule has won the statewide “kids4sports” competition in Erfurt. The school also secured third place, highlighting the success of its sports-focused curriculum.
The Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ) is modernizing its internal medication supply. With an increased focus on digital processes and modern technology, patient safety on the wards is to be significantly increased.
Jena/Frankfurt am Main, 22.04.2026 – Relief and tasks for FC Carl Zeiss Jena: The German Football Association (DFB) has granted the Thuringian club admission for the 3. Liga during the ongoing review process. However, the final granting of the license is tied to strict economic conditions that must be fulfilled in the coming weeks.