🌍 Plastic in the environment – a shared problem
In Germany, ~4 kg of plastic per person enter the environment each year. Hof University’s inwa institute tackled this in the S³Rem network, taking a holistic approach to reduce emissions of man-made substances into nature and water. 💧♻️

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🚰 #Kickstart2024 – We present: FremdWa
As part of the KICKSTART program at Hof University (powered by @bmftr_bund), a new team is developing a modular mobile station to identify foreign water sources through short-term deployment.

From early idea to working prototype — in just 6 months! 💡🔧

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📦 Digital revolution in B2B packaging
Hof University’s iisys research group and Ernst Röser GmbH have developed a web-based configurator that simplifies how businesses source bottles, closures & finishes from regional suppliers.

A digital marketplace with real impact on the packaging supply chain. ⚙️🌐

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#dieforschendehochschulehof #hierwirdknallhartgeforscht #ScienceMastodon #DigitalSupplyChain #B2B #PackagingInnovation #WebConfigurator

🌍 Student innovation for sustainable development
As part of the HIT-A project, students at Hof University developed solutions to help maintain water and energy systems in African regions — aiming for long-term functionality and local empowerment.

A strong example of applied learning with real-world impact. 🤝

🔗 https://t1p.de/9e6do
#dieforschendehochschulehof #hierwirdknallhartgeforscht #ScienceMastodon #SustainableDevelopment #Africa #Water #Energy

❄️ Greener cooling with propane
At the recent EnerNET network meeting, Hof University’s iwe institute inaugurated a new propane refrigeration system at the Münchberg campus.

The high-tech test facility aims to make cooling processes more efficient and sustainable — a key step toward climate-friendly energy use. 🌱⚙️

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#dieforschendehochschulehof #hierwirdknallhartgeforscht #ScienceMastodon #GreenCooling #Propane #SustainableTech #EnerNET #EnergyEfficiency

🚪💡 Escape the ordinary
At the “Tag der Bundeswehr” in Greding, 15 Master’s students from Hof University’s Digital Business Management program created two interactive escape rooms and an event app — bringing the Talent Scout program to life.

A playful mix of tech, teamwork & teaching in action. 👏

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#dieforschendehochschulehof #hierwirdknallhartgeforscht #ScienceMastodon #businessmanagement #EscapeRoom #Bundeswehr

🌿 Textile floating islands – made by students
As part of the AquaTex project, Hof University students developed floating islands that purify water using smart textiles.

One of them now floats visibly on campus — a creative and sustainable idea for the cities of the future. 💧🏙️

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#dieforschendehochschulehof #hierwirdknallhartgeforscht #ScienceMastodon #UrbanSustainability #sustainability #SmartTextiles #GreenInnovation #StudentProjects

🌍 Ukrainian-German research for sustainable water use
In May and June, Hof University’s inwa institute welcomed Ukrainian researchers working on sustainable water technologies — including the new IKoMoWa project on restoring water systems in war-affected areas using the sponge city concept. 💧

🔗 https://t1p.de/xltsa
#dieforschendehochschulehof #hierwirdknallhartgeforscht #ScienceMastodon #WaterResearch #SpongeCity #ukraine #sustainability #research

🛏️ Textile innovation for better sleep
Hot nights, restless sleep? A new comforter innovation from Hof University researchers tackles heat buildup and humidity — improving the sleeping climate and overall rest quality.

A smart solution with real potential to reshape the bedding market. 🌙💡

🔗 https://t1p.de/15tim
#dieforschendehochschulehof #hierwirdknallhartgeforscht #ScienceMastodon #SleepInnovation #TextileResearch #SmartTextiles #BetterSleep #research

🔥 Connecting for climate-friendly heat
At the end of June, the EnerNet network meeting brought together key players in local and district heating at the Future Energy Lab in Wunsiedel.

The event was hosted by UBT and organized by Hof University’s iwe institute — fostering exchange for a more sustainable energy future. ⚡🌱

🔗 https://t1p.de/04b5o
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