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From Dialogue to Innovation – CDU State Legislator Albrecht Stickel Visits IMS CHIPS

Prof. Dr. Niels Quack, Albrecht Stickel, Jessica Kläber, Prof. Dr. Jens Anders im IMS CHIPS
Prof. Dr. Niels Quack, Albrecht Stickel, Jessica Kläber, Prof. Dr. Jens Anders

A Dialogue Between Politics and Microelectronics: A Discussion on Research, Innovation, and Baden-Württemberg as a Technology Hub.

On Friday, October 9, 2026, our institute directors, Prof. Dr. Niels Quack and Prof. Dr. Jens Anders, welcomed CDU state parliament member Albrecht Stickel and Jessica Kläber to IMS CHIPS in Stuttgart.
The visit followed up on the personal exchange that took place at the state parliament lunch in September and provided an opportunity to continue the dialogue on the future of Baden-Württemberg as a hub for innovation.
The discussion focused on the importance of research and technological innovation for the state’s competitiveness. As an application-oriented research institute, IMS CHIPS plays a key role in driving new developments in microelectronics and translating research findings into industrial applications.

Direct dialogue between policymakers and research institutions is a key component of a high-performing innovation ecosystem. It fosters mutual understanding of technological developments, current challenges, and the framework conditions necessary to drive innovation forward in a sustainable manner.
We would like to thank Albrecht Stickel and Jessica Kläber for their interest in our work and for the constructive dialogue. We look forward to continuing this exchange and working together to strengthen Baden-Württemberg’s innovative capacity.