Fraunhofer IIS

Research ServicesBavaria, Germany1001-5000 Employees

Fraunhofer IIS, the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS, is a major player in applied research within the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft. It is headquartered in Erlangen, Bavaria, and operates as the largest institute in the Fraunhofer network, focusing on research that can translate into transformative digital products and services. The organization is organized into seven divisions and concentrates its work in four core areas: artificial intelligence, microelectronics, data acquisition and analysis, and signal processing and data transmission.

The institute collaborates with industry, service providers, and the public sector to tailor its research to practical needs, delivering solutions that address real-world challenges. Founded in 1985, Fraunhofer IIS maintains a multi-site presence across Germany, anchored by its Erlangen headquarters. It is internationally recognized for contributions to compression standards, including the mp3 format and next-generation codecs, reflecting its influence on digital media technologies.

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