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The connected human being – in the Internet of Bio-Nano Things

The Internet of Things has long been part of everyday life: fitness wristbands, smart heating systems, connected factories. But what if this connectivity technology were to enter our bodies?

Researchers are currently developing the Internet of Bio-Nano Things – tiny bio- and nanotechnological devices that communicate within the body. They are designed to detect diseases at an early stage, release drugs in a targeted manner and revolutionise therapies. The basis for this is molecular communication, i.e. the transmission of information by means of molecules – just as our cells and organs have always done. A fascinating vision – with big questions:

• How far has research progressed – what is still needed for actual implementation?
• What are the risks and ethical boundaries – from hacker attacks to data protection?
• Who is responsible when technology fails – how should society deal with this?

At the Zukunftsplausch, experts from the fields of communication technology, biotechnology, ethics and law discuss with you a digital future that affects us all.

Guests:

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Robert Schober (FAU)

Prof. Dr. Kathrin Castiglione (FAU)

Prof. Dr. Paulina Jo Pesch (FAU)

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Dr. phil. Jens Kirchner (FAU / FH Dortmund)

Moderator:

Dr.-Ing. Maximilian Schäfer (FAU)  

Date: 11 November 2025 – 7 p.m.

Free admission