Fraunhofer Institut für Integrierte Schaltungen IIS

The Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS in Erlangen is the largest institute of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, conducting world-class research in "Audio and Media Technologies" and "Cognitive Sensor Technologies." For over 30 years, Fraunhofer IIS has shaped media digitalization, developing mp3 and AAC technologies. Their innovations are used in smartphones, streaming, broadcasting, and virtual reality. In "Cognitive Sensor Technologies," the institute explores sensor technology, data transmission, and data analysis for data-driven services. This research enhances conventional "smart" sensors, benefiting connected mobility, IoT solutions, and supply chain analytics in public founded projects or as contract research for industry customers.