Partners
Federal Office for Information Security (BSI)
The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) is a central federal authority for IT security in Germany. It develops and promotes security standards, advises public administration and companies, and protects the digital infrastructure. In cooperation with various institutions, the security authority develops innovative technologies and procedures to meet the challenges of cyber security in an increasingly connected world. With its expertise as a research institute, the BI supports the BSI by developing practice-oriented security solutions in the area of 5G and also advises on the updating of 5G-related security standards for mobile communications. By developing effective protective mechanisms, the BSI pursues the goal of using secure information and communications technology in the state, economy, and society.
Cadence
The Barkhausen Institut (BI) is a member of the Cadence Academic Network which provides access to leading electronic design automation tools. The Cadence Academic Network significantly supports and improves BI’s activities in research and education. We use Cadence products for Custom IC, Analog and Digital IC and Verification. Cadence tools are being used in multiple research groups and projects for leading edge research on trustworthy digital systems. Cadence is a registered trademark of Cadence Design Systems, Inc., 2655 Seely Avenue, San Jose, CA 95134, USA.
DRESDEN-concept
The Barkhausen Institut is a member of the DRESDEN-concept research alliance (DDc). DRESDEN-concept is an alliance of the TU Dresden and research institutions from the world of science and culture, resulting in the ideal way to communicate the excellence of research in Dresden. In particular, the cooperation of all DDc partners is aimed at the development and use of synergies in research, education, infrastructure, and administration. The 37 partners coordinate their scientific strategies to support Dresden’s leading areas and work on a joint initiative to attract top talents to Dresden.
Dresden University of Technology
TUD Dresden University of Technology is one of the largest technical universities in Germany and is among the leading and most dynamic universities in Germany. As a university with 17 faculties in five Schools, TUD offers a broad variety of 119 degree courses and covers a wide research spectrum in the Research Priority Areas (RPAs) Health Sciences, Biomedicine & Bioengineering, Information Technology & Microelectronics, Smart Materials & Structures, Energy, Mobility & Environment as well as Culture & Societal Change. Due to its local proximity, the BI cooperates with the TUD in a variety of ways, such as in the operation of the COSMO Science Forum or in teaching.
NI (now part of Emerson)
NI (National Instruments) is the test and measurement division within the Emerson Corporation and has a long-standing research collaboration with the BI. NI supports the research activities of the BI in several research areas. The BI uses various NI prototyping systems that are suitable for the research challenges addressed by the BI in the field of wireless technology.
Silicon Saxony
Silicon Saxony e. V. is the largest high-tech network in Saxony, one of the largest ICT clusters in Germany and the largest microelectronics cluster in Europe. It connects close to 500 manufacturers, suppliers, research institutes, universities, public institutions and industry-relevant start-ups in Saxony and beyond. The Barkhausen Institut is a member of this continuously growing and vital high-tech network.
Synopsys
Synopsys has a multi-decade track record in supporting customers in wireless systems design with providing solutions enabling system validation of software, hardware and interfaces. Synopsys provides Hardware-assisted Verification (HAV) solutions for the Barkhausen Institute (BI) researchers as well as IP building blocks to accelerate their innovation for trustworthiness hardware and software. With Synopsys HAV, BI researchers are able to validate their wireless systems and also to optimize them for energy efficiency.
Barkhausen Institute is a member of Synopsys Academic & Research Alliances (SARA) program. SARA is committed to bridging the gap between academia and industry, addressing the semiconductor industry's talent shortage and driving innovation by providing access to cutting-edge technologies for fundamental research. Synopsys Corporate Headquarters are at 675 Almanor Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085.