How to strengthen cyber resilience in the food sector Companies in the food chain have become more vulnerable.New TAB study examines the IT risk situation in the food sector and outlines options for cybersecurity policy design. MoreNews | 10.10.2024 |
New projects for 2024/2025 - once again "at the pulse of time" The Committee for Education, Research and Technology Assessment of the German Bundestag has decided on TAB's work programme for 2024/2025. Security policy issues are given high priority. More12.07.2024 | Topics and projects |
From the risks and rewards of a German spaceport to artificial intelligence in medicine, creative industries and football New topic profiles from horizon scanning provide a concise overview of the opportunities and risks of new technologies and concepts, and stimulate future research and innovation. More05.07.2024 | Publications |
Strengthening social, political and economic resilience through better crisis prevention Policy makers are increasingly called upon to prepare for possible future systemic crises. A new TAB study identifies options for better early warning and preventive resilience policies. More26.06.2024 | Publication |
Big data and AI in football Big data and artificial intelligence are now shaping professional football. In our short profile No. 72 on the EURO24, we look at the changes and potential that this 'data revolution' brings for players, scouts, coaches and spectators. More14.06.2024 | Publication |
Future-proofing critical infrastructure – first Foresight Report published The 2024 Foresight Report identifies trends and systemic risks for the critical infrastructure systems of energy, agriculture and food, and transport and mobility. The findings are available from today on our new microsite. More11.06.2024 | Publikation |
Transformation to climate-neutral industrial production in Germany appears technically feasible Using the example of the three most emission-intensive primary industries, a new TAB study identifies alternative technology paths and industrial and research policy options for a sustainable transformation. More28.05.2024 | Publications |
Innovative engines and fuels for more climate-friendly air transport The new study provides an overview of areas of technological innovation that can contribute to a more climate-friendly aviation. It also outlines measures that play an important role in the future of climate-neutral aviation. More08.05.2024 | Publication |
Complex systems – benefit or burden? How does increasing complexity affect the vulnerability of critical infrastructure? A new TA preliminary study discusses why and how an in-depth examination of the complexity of our energy system can help make our critical infrastructure more resilient. More26.03.2024 | Publikation |
A new impetus for parliamentary technology assessment With the presentation of the Activity Report 2023 to the Committee for Education, Research and Technology Assessment, Armin Grunwald presented innovations and extensions of TA in the German Bundestag for the new mandate period. More26.03.2024 | Event and Publication |
How to improve the use of recycled materials in Germany Only a small part of the German economy's demand for raw materials is covered by recycled materials. Using plastic packaging, electrical appliances and building materials as examples, the TAB report highlights the requirements for increased use of recycled materials and identifies policy options. More07.03.2024 | Publication |