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THI and the Brazilian Research Institute Lactec sign a new cooperation agreement

Lactec, one of Brazil's leading science and technology centers, has formalized a groundbreaking partnership with THI on the occasion of establishing a Brazilian competence center for electromobility and smart grids. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the technological and scientific cooperation between Brazil and Germany in these critical areas.

[Translate to English:] Quelle: THI

[Translate to English:] THI-Präsident Prof. Schober und Lactec-Vertreter Dr. Rodrigo Riella (Quelle: THI)

Lactec, bolstered by a three-year funding commitment from the Brazilian government, aims to create a hub of innovation and knowledge that will serve as the nucleus for research and development in electric mobility and smart grids. The FutureGrid Competence Center will concentrate on several strategic objectives:

  • Expanding Scientific and Technological Expertise: Enhancing RD&I capabilities in electric mobility and smart grids.
  • Educational Initiatives: Fostering workforce training and supporting both undergraduate and graduate education tailored to RD&I needs.
  • Technological Partnerships: Establishing a membership program for technological association and collaboration.
  • Startup Ecosystem: Encouraging the attraction and creation of innovative startups in the field.

THI has been chosen as the primary international collaborator within this national initiative. During their discussions at THI with the Center of Automotive Research CARISSMA, the Institute of new Energy Systems (InES), and AI Research Institute AImotion Bavaria, two first innovative research initiatives were defined:

  • Autonomous UAVs for Infrastructure Analysis: Development of UAV technology for automatic inspection of infrastructure critical to electric mobility.
  • Car Battery Longevity: Advancing methods to predict and minimize battery damage caused by external factors and infrastructure inconsistencies.

As part of the agreement, Lactec will fund scholarships for PhD candidates for a period of three years, including provisions for relocation to Germany, fostering an international exchange of knowledge and expertise.

This partnership between Lactec and THI not only underscores the collaborative spirit of German-Brazilian research but also highlights the commitment of both organizations to pioneering future technologies that will shape the energy landscape for generations to come.

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