S-TEC Center for Biointelligent Value Creation

The 'Biointelligence Engine' project brings together the expertise of Fraunhofer IPA and Fraunhofer IGB, as well as the universities of Stuttgart and Hohenheim.

The S-TEC Transfer Centre 'Biointelligence Engine' is an innovation ecosystem that helps businesses integrate biological principles, technology and computer science to develop sustainable solutions. The centre's core mission is to translate research findings into marketable applications and accelerate technology transfer, particularly in the food and agriculture sectors.​

Brief profile: S-TEC Biointelligence Engine
  • The centre offers structured transfer formats, such as Quick Checks, Exploring Projects and Feasibility Studies, to facilitate collaboration with companies.
  • It promotes innovation, particularly in the life sciences and agri- and food technology, and facilitates the implementation of biointelligent approaches, such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology and digitalisation. The centre also addresses the challenges of sustainable food production.
  • Projects range from flavours derived from fermentation to digital methods for shelf-life testing and resource-efficient agricultural technology.
Contribution to a Food Systems Research Hub
  • The University of Hohenheim contributes its expertise in food sciences, agroecology and digital solutions, systematically integrating bio-intelligent innovations into food value chains.
  • The centre acts as an interface with regional companies, promoting start-ups and driving practice-oriented technology transfer, all of which are crucial for an effective Food Systems Research Hub.
  • It expands the hub with practice-oriented transfer structures, strengthening joint innovation projects and providing access to a broad, interdisciplinary network spanning research and industry.

This establishes the “Biointelligence Engine” as a pivotal partner and catalyst for knowledge-based transformation processes and systemic solutions within the University of Hohenheim’s forthcoming Food Systems Research Hub.