# Innovation
**Source**: https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/
FAU stands for a culture of renewal. Innovation is more than progress, it is a mindset, a willingness to embrace change, and the courage to rethink the future. As a global source of inspiration, the University has gained first place in the world in the THE Impact Ranking “Innovation, Industry & Infrastructure” several times in a row. True innovation is not only expressed in rankings, however, but in thinking that transcends boundaries. At FAU, academia meets society, people meet ideas, research meets responsibility. This creates a space where new ideas grow, values emerge and the future takes shape.
Understanding innovation
: Diversity and reach\
[Mehr](https://www.fau.de/universitaet/innovation/innovationsprofil/innovationen-an-der-fau/innovation-verstehen/)
Shaping innovation
: Responsibility and community\
[Mehr](https://www.fau.de/universitaet/innovation/innovationsprofil/innovationen-an-der-fau/innovationen-gestalten/)
Experience innovation
: Change and strengthen\
[Mehr](https://www.fau.de/universitaet/innovation/innovationsprofil/innovationen-an-der-fau/innovation-erleben/)
Innovation ecosystem
: Spaces for innovation\
[Mehr](https://www.fau.de/universitaet/innovation/kooperationen/innovationsoekosystem-2/)
## Important aspects of innovation at FAU
- [#### Innovation success stories
FAU is known for research that makes an impact, inspiring degree programs, inquisitive, talented and cosmopolitan students, successful graduates and activities that radiate out across the globe. Researchers, innovators and alumni from FAU have developed solutions that are changing lives across the globe. Examples are:
Read more about Innovation success stories](https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/innovation-profile/innovation-success-stories/)
- [#### Knowledge access
The latest scientific findings create added value in many organizations and help shape the future. However, access to university expertise and its offerings is not always a given. The FAU Outreach Office provides the right contacts and supports you in all matters relating to access to knowledge, cooperation, and transfer opportunities.
Read more about Knowledge access](https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/kooperationen/wissenszugang/)
- [#### Innovation partnerships
Every day, FAU utilizes and strengthens its established partnerships in a strong innovation region:
Read more about Innovation partnerships](https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/kooperationen/innovationspartner/)
- [### Patents and licenses
Many things we take for granted today were either invented by scientists at FAU or would not have been possible without their initial research.
Read more about Patents and licenses](https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/patents-and-licenses/)
- [### Locations for innovation
FAU is part of a region in which innovative culture has a long tradition and in which the University is seen and appreciated as a trustworthy partner, a motor, a connector and an orchestrator of innovation processes with many different stakeholders. There are a number of different locations for innovation that invite collaboration. Individual examples […]
Read more about Locations for innovation](https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/innovation-profile/locations-for-innovation/)
- [### Entrepreneurship
Successful startups have a long tradition at FAU. Three simple steps lead to success.
Read more about Entrepreneurship](https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/entrepreneurship/)
- [## Innovation programs
FAU offers innovation programs for all faculties and all status groups. Innovation has an impact on each and every one of us and takes place on a daily basis, with the aim of becoming more effective, stronger and more sustainable. Programs currently on offer include: The FAU Digital Tech Academy is the perfect This is […]
Read more about Innovation programs](https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/innovation-profile/innovation-programs/)
- [## Donating for innovation
Innovation at FAU thrives on bright minds, creative ideas, strong teams and stamina. The FAU Innovation Fund opens new opportunities for students, researchers and the entire FAU community. The fund supports talents, encourages digital teaching and facilitates pioneering innovation projects at the University. Your donation will be used to implement new research initiatives, develop innovative […]
Read more about Donating for innovation](https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/innovation-profile/donating-for-innovation/)
- [## Lifelong learning
FAU advocates the principle of lifelong learning. Our goal is to enable people to update, enrich and extend their knowledge at any stage in life through a structured and expanding range of professional development courses. FAU offers a range of seminars and degree programs for working professionals through the Office of Knowledge and Technology Transfer […]
Read more about Lifelong learning](https://www.fau.eu/university/innovation/lifelong-learning/)
## Events
- 19
Mar
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
[Grundlagen des Projektmanagements](https://www.fau.eu/events/grundlagen-des-projektmanagements/)
91058 Erlangen, Freyeslebenstr. 1 | Raum 02.4076 (2. Stock)
- 23
Mar
March 23, 2026, 9:30 am – March 24, 2026, 3:30 pm
[Konfliktmanagement und konstruktive Lösungswege](https://www.fau.eu/events/konfliktmanagement-und-konstruktive-losungswege/)
Online
- 24
Mar
March 23, 2026, 9:30 am – March 24, 2026, 3:30 pm
[Konfliktmanagement und konstruktive Lösungswege](https://www.fau.eu/events/konfliktmanagement-und-konstruktive-losungswege/)
Online
- 26
Mar
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
[Wege zum Studium: Wie erhalte ich einen Studienplatz?](https://www.fau.eu/events/wege-zum-studium-wie-erhalte-ich-einen-studienplatz/)
Zoom
- 31
Mar
[Ende Wintersemester 2025/2026 / End of winter semester 2025/2026](https://www.fau.eu/events/ende-wintersemester-2025-2026-end-of-winter-semester-2025-2026/)
- 31
Mar
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
[Tag der offenen Labortür für Studieninteressierte (Schülerinnen und Schüler ab der 10. Klasse)](https://www.fau.eu/events/tag-der-offenen-labortur-fur-studieninteressierte-schulerinnen-und-schuler-ab-der-10-klasse/)
Erlangen
- 01
Apr
[Start Sommersemester 2026 / Start of sommer semester 2026](https://www.fau.eu/events/start-sommersemester-2026-start-of-sommer-semester-2026/)
- 01
Apr
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
[Von der Schule zur Uni: Wissenswertes zum Studienstart](https://www.fau.eu/events/von-der-schule-zur-uni-wissenswertes-zum-studienstart/)
Zoom
- 03
Apr
[Karfreitag (Gesetzlicher Feiertag) / Public holidays](https://www.fau.eu/events/karfreitag-gesetzlicher-feiertag-public-holidays/)
- 06
Apr
[Ostermontag (Gesetzlicher Feiertag) / Public holidays](https://www.fau.eu/events/ostermontag-gesetzlicher-feiertag-public-holidays/)
## Contact
## Address
Freyeslebenstr. 1 91058 Erlangen
## All areas of innovation at a glance