WEBVTT 00:04.280 --> 00:10.439 I would like to congratulate KIT on its 200th anniversary. 00:10.439 --> 00:13.359 KIT is a very important partner for us, 00:13.359 --> 00:14.919 which is why we are particularly pleased 00:14.919 --> 00:18.280 to be able to celebrate the 200th anniversary of KIT this year 00:18.280 --> 00:21.239 This impressive anniversary demonstrates 00:21.239 --> 00:26.879 that research and practice- oriented science retain their value 00:26.879 --> 00:29.719 through all societal and economic changes. 00:29.719 --> 00:36.520 Over 200 years, KIT has established itself as a beacon of technology and science. 00:36.520 --> 00:38.679 Today, it is my special pleasure 00:38.679 --> 00:42.159 to congratulate KIT on its 200th birthday. 00:42.159 --> 00:48.359 Together, we have achieved a lot, and we owe KIT a lot, 00:48.359 --> 00:53.240 for which I sincerely thank you. 00:53.240 --> 00:57.240 Dear KIT, heartfelt congratulations on your 200th anniversary 00:57.240 --> 00:58.920 on behalf of all of Zeiss. 00:59.240 --> 01:04.879 From the very beginning, there was a collaboration with the Karlsruhe Research Center. 01:05.480 --> 01:10.560 Our collaboration has produced many successful projects, 01:10.560 --> 01:13.599 and I look forward to many, many more. 01:13.599 --> 01:17.439 We have been working with KIT for many years 01:17.439 --> 01:20.560 in a spirit of trust. 01:20.560 --> 01:25.280 We collaborate with institutes, support laboratory setups, 01:25.280 --> 01:31.599 and jointly develop technological concepts, for example, in production technology or logistics. 01:31.599 --> 01:35.480 The connection between Bruker and KIT is deeply rooted 01:35.480 --> 01:38.400 and dates back to Bruker's founding years. 01:38.920 --> 01:42.599 The cooperation between Bruker and KIT has made it possible 01:42.599 --> 01:48.120 for new high-field magnets to be developed again and again over many years. 01:48.120 --> 01:53.599 Together, we work to translate scientific findings directly into practice. 01:53.599 --> 01:56.079 This is evident, for example, 01:56.079 --> 01:58.000 in our doctoral projects, 01:58.000 --> 02:01.319 which enable PhD candidates at KIT 02:01.319 --> 02:03.239 to conduct practice-oriented research. 02:03.239 --> 02:06.239 One of the most successful and exciting projects 02:06.239 --> 02:07.319 was in connection with 02:07.319 --> 02:09.599 the Thermal Process Engineering Institute. 02:09.599 --> 02:11.680 Over the past two centuries, 02:11.680 --> 02:15.599 KIT has made remarkable contributions to science and technology. 02:15.599 --> 02:20.919 Collaboration between science and industry is the key to success. 02:20.919 --> 02:26.240 We must work hand in hand to bridge the gap between theory and practice. 02:26.240 --> 02:29.639 The close partnership between KIT and ZEISS 02:29.639 --> 02:31.719 is evident to anyone who visits the North Campus 02:31.719 --> 02:36.520 and sees the Innovation Hub built there in 2020. 02:37.000 --> 02:38.639 An example from research: 02:38.639 --> 02:42.199 With IAS, for instance, we are working on systems 02:42.199 --> 02:47.960 that enable cooperation between a user – such as a surgeon – and a robot. 02:47.960 --> 02:54.560 Just recently, we opened the first battery recycling factory in the automotive sector in Kuppenheim, 02:54.560 --> 02:57.159 not far from Karlsruhe. 02:57.159 --> 03:04.240 This is a highlight project where we also work successfully with KIT. 03:04.240 --> 03:10.840 We share a long-standing partnership with KIT. 03:11.199 --> 03:18.719 Over the years, KIT has played an outstanding role in technological development 03:18.719 --> 03:21.240 and will continue to do so in the future. 03:21.240 --> 03:23.319 What makes our partnership special, 03:23.319 --> 03:28.439 is not just our shared passion for innovation and cutting-edge technology 03:28.439 --> 03:33.960 but also the regional proximity that connects many of our engineers with KIT. 03:33.960 --> 03:39.840 We share a passion for excellence and innovation with KIT. 03:39.840 --> 03:44.919 Stay young, innovative, and attractive for Karlsruhe and the entire region. 03:45.560 --> 03:46.800 One of my best memories 03:46.800 --> 03:48.439 is our joint project 03:48.439 --> 03:50.000 to develop a demonstrator 03:50.000 --> 03:52.280 for the SPS fair in 2023. 03:52.280 --> 03:54.960 It was a particular honor for me 03:54.960 --> 04:00.599 to receive the KIT honorary senator award in 2011. 04:00.599 --> 04:06.840 Another highlight are the many colleagues who completed their training and studies at KIT 04:06.840 --> 04:09.439 and now work for us at ABB. 04:09.439 --> 04:12.159 I am also a graduate of KIT, 04:12.159 --> 04:14.560 and from my first day until today, 04:14.560 --> 04:20.560 KIT has stood for scientific excellence, innovation, and German engineering. 04:20.560 --> 04:25.879 I am an alumnus myself and always think back fondly to my time as an industrial engineer. 04:25.879 --> 04:29.399 I studied mechanical engineering at KIT 04:29.399 --> 04:33.879 and earned my doctorate in materials science at the Institute for Applied Materials. 04:33.879 --> 04:38.240 Three of our five founders were students at KIT. 04:38.240 --> 04:43.319 Dietmar Hopp and Hasso Plattner studied telecommunications there, and Klaus Tschira studied physics. 04:43.319 --> 04:46.800 I made so many great friends during that time. 04:46.800 --> 04:49.120 I gained so much great knowledge. 04:49.120 --> 04:52.879 And now, in my job, I can apply all of it and continue learning. 04:52.879 --> 04:57.000 The fact is, for EnBW, KIT is an important partner 04:57.000 --> 05:03.000 because this is where future specialists, engineers, and entrepreneurial minds are trained. 05:03.000 --> 05:07.160 Many interns and master's students here come from KSOP, 05:07.160 --> 05:10.079 and, of course, many KSOP graduates find their way to Zeiss. 05:10.360 --> 05:15.920 Our founder, Professor Günther Laukien, was himself a professor at Karlsruhe University, 05:15.920 --> 05:18.240 the predecessor of KIT. 05:18.240 --> 05:25.439 In short, KIT stands for innovative research, forward-looking projects, 05:25.439 --> 05:28.800 and training tomorrow's talents. 05:29.639 --> 05:34.360 I look forward to celebrating the anniversary year together with you in 2025. 05:34.959 --> 05:38.639 On behalf of ABB, 05:38.639 --> 05:42.800 I send best regards for KIT's 200th anniversary. 05:42.800 --> 05:46.959 Here's to many more successful years of innovation and excellence. 05:46.959 --> 05:52.759 On behalf of SAP, I warmly congratulate KIT on its 200th anniversary. 05:52.759 --> 05:57.160 We look forward to many more years of joint innovation and collaboration. 05:57.160 --> 06:03.079 May KIT continue to serve as a source of inspiration and innovation 06:03.079 --> 06:06.680 and shape the next 200 years just as successfully. 06:06.680 --> 06:09.680 I look forward to many more years of collaboration. 06:09.680 --> 06:13.480 Congratulations and all the best for the future. 06:13.680 --> 06:15.319 Let us continue 06:15.319 --> 06:17.199 to work closely 06:17.199 --> 06:20.600 and push the boundaries of what is possible. 06:20.600 --> 06:24.680 Here’s to the next 200 years. All the best. 06:24.680 --> 06:28.720 To the next 200 years full of innovation and success. 06:28.720 --> 06:33.800 I wish KIT all the best for its 200th anniversary 06:33.800 --> 06:39.240 and hope it continues to develop just as well as it has over the past 200 years. 06:39.240 --> 06:41.199 We wish KIT 06:41.199 --> 06:43.519 all the best for the years to come 06:43.519 --> 06:46.519 and for continuing successful partnerships 06:46.519 --> 06:50.959 and groundbreaking innovations we can achieve together. 06:50.959 --> 06:55.920 So, dear KIT, please stay the way you are, keep it up, 06:55.920 --> 06:58.560 and once again, with all my heart, 06:58.560 --> 07:01.639 congratulations on your 200th anniversary. 07:01.639 --> 07:06.879 All the best, and here’s to the next 200 years. 07:06.879 --> 07:11.920 Think positively; together, we shape our future.