Cooperation with the IKK

Cooperation with the IKK can take place at various levels:

  • Contract research
    • The IKK is available to assist you with its expertise in contract research for the development of tailor-made solutions for your company.
    • Examples of this include the development of new or adapted testing methods, recycling concepts, or material formulations.
    • Research topics can also be addressed within the framework of joint doctoral projects or student theses.
  • Research partnerships
    • The IKK participates in publicly funded research projects in the form of:
      • Lead applicant
      • Project partnership
      • Associated partnership
  • Service contracts
    • The IKK supports research and development in your company/research institution by carrying out standard measurements, procedures, recycling processes, life cycle assessments, etc.
    • Examples of this include rheological, mechanical, or polymer chemical material tests, or plastics processing steps such as extrusion, injection molding, or the various process steps involved in mechanical recycling.