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NRW's Network
for Excellent Terahertz Research

terahertz.NRW is the leading network for terahertz technology, linking science and industry to create revolutionary applications in the fields of communication, localization, medical technology, and environmental monitoring.

Made in NRW

Who We Are

Terahertz.NRW brings together leading experts in THz research from North Rhine-Westphalia – in Bochum, Duisburg, Wachtberg and Wuppertal as well as worldwide. Our network unlocks the potential of state-of-the-art THz technologies through close collaboration and innovation.

We develop innovative mobile applications in the fields of communication and localization, material characterization, medical technology and environmental monitoring. Our goal is to establish THz technology worldwide – Made in NRW.

terahertz.NRW in Numbers:
A Global Network for Innovation

17,7
Mio. €
45
PIs
88
Publications
117
Scientists
35
DOCTORAL CANDIDATES

Our Research Areas

Communication & Localization

Innovations for next-generation wireless communication.

Material Characterization

Terahertz technology for the precise examination of materials.

Medical Technology

More precise diagnoses thanks to terahertz technology.

Environmental Monitoring

Application of terahertz for environmentally friendly monitoring.

Upcoming Events

European Microwave Week (EUMW) 2025

The 28th edition of the European Microwave Week (EuMW 2025) will come to Utrecht to continue the annual series of highly successful microwave events that started back in 1998. EuMW […]

NRW Nano Conference 2025

The 11th edition of Germany’s largest conference in the field of nanotechnology, innovative materials and related fields of application and markets will take place on 30 September and 1 October 2025 […]

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