What is acatech in Germany?

Deutsche Akademie der Techniquisenschaften was founded on February 6th, 2002, and its headquarters is in Munich (Bavaria).

Acatech, also known as the German National Academy of Science and Engineering, is the highest honor and consulting academic institution in the field of engineering technology in Germany. Composed of academicians, it conducts strategic research on major national engineering science and technology issues, provides decision-making consultation and is committed to promoting the development of engineering science and technology.

The German National Academy of Engineering engages in corresponding research topics in the fields of education and knowledge, biotechnology, energy and resources, health technology, basic engineering problems, information and communication science, materials science and materials engineering, transportation, nanotechnology, manufacturing and safety, etc., and provides services for the country and society.

At present, the German National Academy of Engineering has 423 academicians, all of whom are outstanding researchers in the fields of engineering, natural sciences and humanities and social sciences.