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Beyond Silicon 2026: The Future of Computing
28. April 2026
09:00 - 18:00
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Beyond Silicon 2026 highlights new computing paradigms beyond silicon - from quantum and neuromorphic computing to photonic and biological approaches.
As traditional, silicon-based data processing is increasingly reaching its physical and economic limits, new computing paradigms are emerging that could fundamentally change computing in the coming decades. Beyond Silicon 2026 offers a future-oriented, interdisciplinary perspective on
- quantum computing,
- Neuromorphic computing,
- photonic computing and
- Biological computing approaches
In specialist presentations and interactive panel discussions, experts will shed light on where these technologies are heading, what breakthroughs are still needed and how organizations can prepare for the future computing landscape today. The aim of the conference is to stimulate innovation, promote strategic foresight and establish a new forum for shaping computing beyond silicon.
The event will be held in English.
Further details and the speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.
Please note that the agenda is subject to change.
The event will be held in English.
Fraunhofer IIS
Giovanni Del Galdo,
Video message from the Bavarian State Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy
Bayerisches Staatsministerium für Wirtschaft, Landesentwicklung und Energie,
Quantum computing for industrial needs - qrip is the key
Bildrechte: Marc Frommer (Fraunhofer FOKUS),
The optical Quantum Computing - beyond superconducting
Quantum and beyond - Dual use of photonic competences
Introduction to Neuromorphic Computing
Cristian Axenie,
For more than a decade, neuromorphic chip developers and application engineers have been striving to find and bring to market the "killer app" for neuromorphic technologies. With the advent of commercial neuromorphic neural accelerators and neuromorphic sensors, awareness and adoption have increased, but not adoption. Identifying vulnerabilities in current systems, improving SW and HW interfaces for improved interoperability of neuromorphic technology, and robust benchmarks are finally paving the way for industrial adoption of neuromorphic technology. Based on several success stories, we present a possible "recipe" for the development of reference designs, the next step towards a pragmatic and optimized integration of neuromorphic sensing and data processing in industrial applications.
Neuromorphic computing - potential for product and process innovation
Industrial applications of neuromorphic computing
fortiss GmbH,
Neuromorphic computing and spiking neural networks have long been an academic topic, as no hardware was available for industrial applications. The recent availability of commercial hardware has sparked interest in this particularly energy and latency efficient technology. A collection of project results with high industrial relevance and strong neuromorphic suitability is presented, spanning the fields of automotive, robotics, sports, space, telecommunications and art.
Memristors for neuromorphic computing
Computing with Life: An Introduction to Biological Computing
The exhibition at Beyond Silicon offers you a platform to present your technology, get to know potential partners and enter into an in-depth professional exchange. Position your company in the context of new computing paradigms and play an active role in shaping developments in the post-silicon age.
An exhibition stand includes:
- Two event tickets
- One table and two chairs
- Power connection
- Your company logo on the event website
Are you facing a specific technological or strategic challenge?
At Beyond Silicon 2026, we invite companies, organizations and research institutions to present real-world problems in our "From Problem to Partnership: Industry Challenge Sessions".
In short pitches of 1-2 minutes (maximum two per topic block), you can present a specific challenge for which you are looking for ideas, expertise or cooperation partners and enter into a direct exchange with an expert audience from research and industry. The aim is to generate new ideas, solutions and potential partnerships.
Submit your challenge via our online form by April 13, 2026. All submissions will be reviewed; participation will be confirmed based on relevance and available capacity.
Fraunhofer IIS
Nordostpark 84
90411 Nuremberg
Germany
There is only limited parking available in the vicinity of the location. We recommend traveling by public transport.
The nearest bus stop is "Nordostpark-Ost". From Nuremberg Central Station, take the subway line U2 in the direction of the airport to the Herrnhütte stop. From there, take bus number 30 or 31 in the direction of Nordostpark and get off at Nordostpark-Ost.
You can find timetables and tickets for Nuremberg public transport here: Start | VGN
Information on traveling by car, train or plane can be found on the Fraunhofer IIS website: Directions Nuremberg - Nordostpark
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Organizational contact
Bayern Innovativ GmbH,
