Research
The Chair of Business Informatics at Saarland University and the research department Smart Service Engineering at DFKI investigate how artificial intelligence technologies can be used for adaptive service designs and innovative business solutions. In collaboration with research and industrial partners, results are applied in domains such as industrial manufacturing, crisis management, healthcare, wellness, and sports, among others.
Our research projects encompass both foundational and applied research in artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, and information systems. Collaborating with esteemed research institutions and industrial partners, we address complex challenges and pioneer innovative solutions.
Funding for our initiatives comes from prominent organizations such as the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), the European Union, and industry stakeholders.
Artificial Intelligence in Sports and Anti-Doping
Developing AI-driven methods to ensure fairness in sports, including collaboration with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) to detect doping violations and enhance decision-making processes.
AI in Crisis Management and Prediction
Designing privacy-aware, intelligent, and resilient systems for crisis response, including news-based signaling systems and predictive models for earthquakes and other natural disasters.
Energy-Efficient AI
Creating sustainable AI solutions for data center operations.
Quantum Computing in Manufacturing
Optimizing production processes using quantum-enhanced simulations to reduce defects and improve efficiency.
Data-Driven Services
Leveraging data in agriculture and manufacturing to improve planning, production quality, and sustainability.